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Should You Attend An Aircraft School?Your life and your safety are the most important things you have to consider when flying. No wonder that the safety is a major concern for many beginner pilots, but it's a pity that a lot of them don't even try because of that fear.The ultralight aviation is not unsafe. The inexperienced pilots are. More than the half of the ultralight aircraft incidents happen because of human mistakes and not because of technical issues. You do need to take care about your pilot's educationThe requirements in many countries will allow you to fly your airplane without being prepared enough. It's only you who can force yourself to take more flying hours. One of the best approaches to getting better pilot's training is to attend an aircraft school. You do not definitively need to do it. But it is a very good idea - if you can afford some expenses. It's not only very useful for improving your skills and safety, but it's also a way to experience what the microlight and ultralight flying is even before buying your aircraft. What should you expect and require from your aircraft school?
The pricingThis is a very flexible matter. The various aircraft schools offer a very different range of services and prices. In general you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for introductory flight. Then consider about $125 per hour training. You will need at least 10 guided hours and 3-4 supervised solo flight. You can try calculating yourself. Some schools will have a package price and teach you fly in just 15-20 hours for total $2,000. Such an offer is a bargain, if they can offer you some theoretical education too. In most countries to become a certified pilot, you will need to pass a Pilot Written Test. Check if your aircraft school offers education for this. Are you from USA? Check out this list of US ultralight aviation schools for more ideas and information. Aircraft School AlternativesOf course, you may just ask a friend pilot to help in your education. If your friends can't fly, why don't you try to join some aviation club? See for example some clubs in Australia. Many of the clubs have their own aircraft schools and offer discounted services for members. Some have various joint effort initiatives which can significantly reduce the costs. A good way to start in the ultralight aviation (except reading this site) is to subscribe to some of the best aviation magazines. Ultralight Flying covers all aspects of ultralight and light-sport aircraft, and a wide variety of other air sports, including powered parachutes and paragliding. Each issue feature exclusive pilot reports, maintenance and flying tips, new products and special features. January issue features yearly buyer's guide. Today's Pilot, although not concentrated only on the ultralight aviation, is maybe the best magazine about flying. It will regularly offer you tutorials on flying and information about getting flying education. Whatever you choose to do, you must take care and get well educated and trained before you start flying on your own. Flying is safe if you can fly good. If you spend more time learning, you'll be able to fully enjoy the ultralight aviation once you buy your aircraft. If you liked this article subscribe to our Free Newsletter Post Your Comment Add to del.icio.us User comments: mr.alvin yeshil at Nov, 19 '07 22:59 Bob at Nov, 27 '07 19:38 | |
