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  • Question
    How do i join?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    You don't need anything to join the FAA Safety program. Just sign in as shown above.
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    I completed my FSC in pre-medical, can I join this course I want to become a pilot?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    When you actually start the flight training, you will need to pass an FAA-approved medical every 2 years.
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    What's the maximum age limit to be a commercial pilot?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    In the US, commercial pilots are required to retire at age 65. The airline training should be started by age 22.
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    Can I take the classes if am in Kenya, Africa?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    Sign up with the FAA organization as shown in this article. Follow the steps carefully. You should be able to sign up.
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    How much are fees in the USA for pilot training?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    In this FAA training article, there are no fees for the written classes. There are a few classes that require a fee, because they are associated with an outside school. But you may not need to take them. Flight training does require flight instructor and aircraft rental fees.
  • Question
    Does EASA provide a similar online course?
    Danoyachtcapt
    Top Answerer
    EASA flight training is available in US and, of course, Europe has many similar EASA flight training schools.
  • Question
    Can a pilot student get a job after just finishing training?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    If you mean a flying job, you need to be at least 18 to get a commercial pilot's license.
  • Question
    Is mathematics included in the subject?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    You will need to calculate a lot of aircraft situations requiring simple math. You will need an aviation E6B calculator with you in the aircraft at all times, especially for longer flights.
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    Can a 13-year-old do it?
    Community Answer
    You have to be 17 to solo or get a pilot's certificate. The FAA will get you a list of flight instructors in your area. Some might allow you to start training early. You can take all your ground school training on the FAA website.
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    Will doing courses on here help you if I'm going to be enrolled in the military for aviation? If so, how?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    Getting training for the FAA pilots written exams will help you with passing the Air Force pilots exams. Getting some flight training will also help later.
  • Question
    Is this really for free everything, start to end?
    Community Answer
    The FAA Safety organization is committed to helping aviation safety, so various options are offered for free. There are some courses that have a fee; the catalog will show you which ones. The flying, however, is not free.
  • Question
    Can I log in if I am only 15?
    Community Answer
    You may not be able to complete programs but you can certainly log in and start learning, yes.
  • Question
    I'm 53-year-old MMC captain. Can I still get an aircraft amphibious license, or am I too late?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    You're far from too late. You can fly anything you want to, after getting checked out in your choice of aircraft, and as long as you can pass the FAA medical exam.
  • Question
    Does the FAA full pilot course cost any money?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    All of the courses you will need are free. Some courses require a fee but will not be required. There are, however, fees for the instructor and flight training.
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    Does the class qualify me to get a certificate?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    If you follow the program and take (and pass) all the required courses and properly step through all 3 of the "Basic WINGS - Phases", including all the flight requirements, you can get your certificate. Keep in mind, though, the flight portion is not free; this requires you to pay for flight instructors and aircraft rentals.
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    Do I take this course to receive a commercial certificate to fly unmanned aircraft?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    Check wikiHow to Start Free Pilot Training Online with AOPA.org . the AOPA might have something like unmanned aircraft activity.
  • Question
    When do I actually go on flight training?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    You can start your flight training at any time while taking the aviation courses, just contact your local flight instructor to start. There will, of course, be flight instructor and aircraft rental fees.
  • Question
    If I complete the ALC-451 course but do not hold a current airman certificate, will I still receive a certificate of achievement?
    Danoyachtcapt
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    The FAA ALC-451 course was developed to allow the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (small UAS) in the National Airspace System (NAS) for purposes other than hobby and recreation.
  • Question
    How can I join pilot training but not pay too much in fees? I'm not rich.
    Danoyachtcapt
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    You will need to pay for the aircraft at about $100 per hour, and for the flight instructor at about $30 per hour. Most students require about 50 hours flight time, and about 30 hours instruction time.
  • Question
    Does this give you a certificate for anything?
    Alex
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    It might, but nothing that will actually allow you to fly a plane. To achieve a license, you'll need to pass tests, and this training course will only help you out, but you'll also need ground training to fly.
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    What are the minimum qualifications for a license?
    Alex
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    You'll need to be at least 17, pass a medical exam, and pass tests to achieve a private pilot's license.
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