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Private Pilot Lessons with CJ Air: Your Passport to the Skies

Unlock the thrill of becoming a Private Pilot with CJ Air, where your journey to the skies begins. Our Private Pilot Lessons are your gateway to experiencing the freedom and exhilaration of piloting your aircraft.

A World of Possibilities Awaits

At CJ Air, we believe in turning dreams into reality. Whether you aim to fly for personal enjoyment, convenience, or even considering an aviation career, our Private Pilot Lessons offer you the training and expertise you need.

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Turn Dreams into Reality
Private Pilot Lessons with CJ Air are about more than just flying; they’re about living your dream. Join us on this exciting journey to the skies.
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Private Pilot Certification

Our program will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to earn your Private Pilot Certificate. With this certification, you gain the privilege to:

  • Fly single-engine, fixed-gear aircraft with less than 200 horsepower.
  • Carry passengers and share the joy of flight.
  • Operate in visual conditions, both day and night.
  • Explore the skies in any direction you choose.

Expand Your Horizons

While the Private Pilot Certificate provides an excellent foundation, we offer additional endorsements to expand your flying horizons:

  • High-Performance Aircraft: Experience the power of aircraft with more than 200 horsepower.
  • Complex Aircraft: Master aircraft with controllable propellers, retractable landing gear, and flaps.
  • Tail-Wheel Aircraft: Elevate your skills with tail-wheel aircraft.

These endorsements add versatility to your pilot capabilities, enabling you to take on a broader range of aircraft and aviation experiences.

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Your Path to Private Pilot Certification

To embark on your Private Pilot journey, you’ll need to meet specific requirements, including:

  • Course Training Materials
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or TSA approval

Before taking to the skies solo, you’ll also need the following:

  • FAA-issued Student Pilot Certificate
  • FAA-issued Third-Class Medical Certificate

As you progress, you’ll work towards your final Private Pilot check-ride, which involves:

  • A minimum of 40 hours of flight instruction.
  • A minimum of 10 hours of solo flying (included in the 40-hour total).
  • Passing the FAA Private Pilot written exam.

Throughout your training, you’ll master a wide array of skills and knowledge, including:

  • Basic flight maneuvers
  • Takeoffs and landings
  • Cross-country flying
  • Pilotage and dead reckoning
  • VOR and GPS navigation
  • Basic instrument flying
  • Aeronautical decision-making
  • Safety of flight considerations
  • Basic aviation weather information
  • Basic aerodynamics
  • Airport operations