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Our course of training is based on over 75 years of training students from Sport Pilot all the way up to and including ATP (Airline Transport Pilots) . The foundation of our course is built on Safety and transference of knowledge through various handbooks, articles, and videos.  \nThe Syllabus consists of 3 Stages that are made up of both ground, simulator (Aviation Training Device), and flight lessons designed to facilitate your way through the course.  \n1. This syllabus is designed for use in both 61 and part 141 trainings and meets all the applicable requirements of 14 CFR 141 Appendix B and 14 CFR 61 Subpart E.  \n2. Each lesson consists of approximate times for completion. These times are recommendations only and are not to be used as a mandate for lesson completion.  \n3. Completion of the course is eligible when a trainee has successfully completed all lessons and meets the aeronautical experience requirements of 14 CFR 141 Appendix B (35 Hours of Ground and 35 Hours of Flight) and 14 CFR 61 Subpart E (40 Hours of Flight) . Part 61 training does not have a minimum ground training requirement but plan to do a minimum of 35 hours of ground training.  \n4. Each lesson has a learning objective that is based on the current Airmen Certification Standards.  \n5. Each lesson consists of topics for review and homework to be completed prior to the next lesson. The homework consists of reading in the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Airplane Flying Handbook, Weight & Balance Handbook, Aviation Weather, Aviation Weather Services, AFM/POH, and various training videos.  \nPrerequisite for enrollment:  \nA trainee may not begin the Private Pilot Syllabus until the trainee has obtained at least a FAA Class III Medical Certificate, appropriate TSA documentation, meets the English Language standard as outlined in the current version of AC 61-20, eligible for a student pilot certificate as outlined by the Federal Aviation Administration, and has met with the Chief Flight Instructor for the course or his/her designee.  \nEligibility for a Private Pilot Certificate:  \nIn order to successfully obtain a Private Pilot Certificate the student must meet the eligibility requirements for a Private Pilot Certificate as outlined in 14 CFR Part 61.103.  \n1. The applicant must be at least 17 years of age.  \n2. Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English Language. English Language Standards are defined by FAA Advisory Circular 60-28.  \n3. Receive a logbook endorsement from an authorized instructor who conducted the training or reviewed a home study course for the required knowledge test.  \n4. Pass the required knowledge tests on the subjects outlined in 61. 105(b)  \n5. Received flight training and a logbook endorsement for the areas of operation listed in 61. 107(b) and that the applicant is ready for the practical test.  \n6. Meet the aeronautical experience requirements as outlined in 61.109.  \n7. 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