Frequently Asked Questions about Flight Training

Beginning your flight training is an exciting time full of questions and curiosity. Many people have similar concerns, so here are a few comprehensive answers to help you have a more clear understanding of what is going on, now that you've decided to make a commitment to flight training.

How old is TOO old to begin flight training?

As long as you pass the medical requirements and receive your medical certificate, you can never be too old to learn! People in their fifties make up almost 25% of all US pilots. Many people choose to learn to fly when they retire. The average age of flight training student pilots is 35. The average age of active pilots is 45.

Will I have the same Instructor the whole time during flight training?

Generally we try to keep students with the same flight instructor for most of the program to keep a consistent teaching plan. Many instructors have a different method of teaching and to maximize the learning experience, you should stay with the same instructor throughout the program. However, before you begin flying solo, or during your checkride, you are to fly with a different instructor.

How do I enroll online?

Follow these 5 easy steps to enroll online:

1. Schedule a visit and an interview with admissions.
2. Complete the Online Application & Deposit Form, your deposit will be held on your student account and wills secure your enrollment date.
3. All students submit a $1000 deposit.
4. International students will be issued the I-20 upon receipt of the online application & deposit form, which should be taken to the US Embassy in your country for approval. Remember we must have a complete physical address in order to have a courier service deliver the I-20. There is an additional $500 deposit for visa processing. Inform the school of your arrival date and flight information two weeks prior to arrival. A representative will meet you at the airport to welcome you to the USA and Aviator College.
5. Submit by email, fax, or mail all required eligibility documentation including an official transcript stamped, sealed, and sent directly from all colleges attended, copies of any pilot certificates received, college entrance examination scores (ACT, SAT, CLAST, or equivalent), TOFEL scores (if required), a 500 word essay entitled “Why I Want To Be A Pilot” and any material that will help the registrars office determine eligibility for enrollment and transfer credit.