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 \nThe airplane you will be flying—which likely will be a Cessna 172 or a similarprimary training aircraft—has two sets of flight controls.With full guidancefrom your flight instructor,you can expect to do some of the flying.Dependingon your comfort level,the instructor may demonstrate different maneuversthat you would learn as a student pilot in private pilot training and have you trythem out.  \nA discovery flight should feel exciting and stress-free,even when you're at thecontrols.You won't be tested on your skill or knowledge,and your instructorwill be happy for the chance to show you what flying is all about.You'll have alot of fun,especially if you're familiar with the area and get to do somesightseeing.  \nAfter you're back at the airport and on the ground,the instructor willanswerany questions,and—if you're hooked—give you some suggestions on your nextsteps.  \n## Discovery Flight Tips\n\n·Don't hesitate to take two or three discovery flights.Visit other flightschools or schedule a flight with a different flight instructor,especially ifyou're ready to commit your money and time to flight training.You may likethe feel of a different airplane or mesh with another instructor better.  \n·If you're interested,some flight schools may allow a passenger to comealong and sit in the back(usually for a smalladditional fee).  \n·Don't be afraid to ask the flight instructor to take the flight controls,so youcan take a photo and a selfie.Aviation headsets do make for a fun selfie,nomatter who you are!  \n·Have FUN!  \nIf you're thinking about a discovery flight for a young teen,check out EAA'sYoung Eagles program.The flights are offered fre","cbCaiqk26ch7Sa2o","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqk26ch7Sa2o","pdf",4694892,53,"English","# Take a Discovery Flight\n## How To Book Your Discovery Flight\n## What To Expect on Your Discovery Flight\n## Discovery Flight Tips\n# Get Your MedicalCertificate\n## How To Apply for Your Aviation MedicalCertificate","[{\"question\":\"What is a discovery flight and why should you take one?\",\"answer\":\"A discovery flight is a low-barrier, non-stressful way to taste what it’s like to fly. 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