What is a Discovery Flight? It is an opportunity for you to actually fly an airplane under the direction of a certificated flight instructor. The flight instructor will help you taxi out, takeoff, and you will do the airwork.
The flight itself will last about half of an hour, and you can plan on spending a total of an hour with us. Prior to the flight the instructor will walk you through the necessary Pre-Flight inspection, which usually takes fifteen minutes. Upon arrival back at The Flight School the remainder of the time can be used for any questions that you might have for the instructor, in terms of how you felt about the flight or how to go about getting yourself on the schedule so that you can start your flying adventure! The instructor will also introduce you to the Cessna Pilot Center computer based instruction program, the only complete computer-based private pilot program available! The instructor will answer all of your questions about learning to fly, and explain how you can become a safe, competent pilot. The cost of the flight is $59.00 plus tax.
Is learning to fly difficult? Learning to fly is not nearly as difficult as one might think. You will go through a step-by-step process that will make learning to fly as easy as driving a car.
Are there any age requirements? Our students range from 14 years of age to 80. According to FAA regulations, you must be 16 in order to solo in an aircraft, and 17 to get your Private Pilot License.
Is it really safe to fly? Yes! When properly trained flying is safer than driving to the airport in your car. There are rules in the sky just as there are rules on the roads, and there are actually highways in the sky.
How do I get started? Just call us at The Flight School at (770) 868-2919 to schedule a Discovery Flight, and we'll take you flying in a new Cessna 172. It's that simple!