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WELCOME TO FLY SWFL
Thinking about your first flight lesson or advancing your license? Fly SWFL will connect you with high-quality instructors. Seeking ownership or joint ownership in an aircraft? We'll connect you with likeminded individuals. Looking to find a great rental aircraft? We can help there, too. We start by understanding your aviation goals and build a success plan responsive to your timeline and budget. Whether you're acquiring your license or acquiring an aircraft, we welcome you to join our community. Message us today!
We are able to offer a range of training aircraft depending on your experience and aviation goals. We also maintain a list of third-parties from Punta Gorda to Marco Island that offer rental aircraft so you may compare and contrast options local to you.
EARNING YOUR PRIVATE PILOTS LICENSE IS ACTUALLY EASY
Fly SWFL Flight Training trains to the FAA part 61 standards in three phases.
INSTRUMENT-RATED PILOTS HAVE BETTER SAFETY STATISTICS
According to safety statistics, 90% of weather-related accidents don’t happen to instrument-rated pilots. Most incidents/accidents happen to pilots flying VFR who inadvertently encounter IFR conditions while trying to maintain VFR.
For those of you like me, who wanted to pursue flying as a career, you will need to obtain your commercial pilots certificate. Right now there is a very high demand for professional pilots in all fields of commercial flying. Within a year or two you could be flying jets at a regional carrier.
PILOT SERVICES
FLYSWFL has experience in most single and twin engine piston aircraft to meet whatever needs you have.
If you have your own aircraft, FLYSWFL can:
Give flight instruction in your aircraft
o If you just want to brush up on your skills or if you are not current, we can quickly and get you back up to speed
o If you want to add a rating to your license
o If you need an IPC
Fly you in your aircraft for business or pleasure
o We can take your mind off flying so you can concentrate on business
Supply a co-pilot
o If the weather is looking marginal and a co-pilot might be the answer
Supply a safety pilot
o If you want to practice your instrument approaches
Supply short term contract services
o If your pilot is on vacation
Position your aircraft
o If you need to ferry your aircraft
o Had to leave an aircraft for maintenance and want it back home
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
First Flight: What to Expect?
If you have ever wanted to fly, now is the time to try. Experience breathtaking scenes flying over the beautiful beaches of SWFL. A typical first flight lesson will include:
- Ground school before the flight cover:
- Basic principles of what makes an airplane fly
- Preflight preparations
- Flight Instrumentation, so you know what you are looking at
- Approximately one hour of actual flying where YOU WILL BE THE PILOT
- Your own log book with flying credit towards your Private Pilot’s License
- Detailed information on what is required to obtain a PPL
When do I actually start flying the airplane?
Immediately. After completing about one hour of ground instruction before your introductory flight or first lesson, you will actually understand the basics of flight and be able to fly the aircraft. Naturally, you will be assisted by the flight instructor, but you will be amazed at how much you can do on your own.
Is it difficult to get a physical for flying?
Not at all, there are several doctors in your area that are able to give you a simple 3rd Class FAA exam which usually takes no more than 15 minutes. No blood work or special tests are required. Even if you wear glasses or have hearing aids you won’t have a problem. A list of doctors in your area is available at FAA.gov
What is the minimum age to start taking flying lessons?
Actually, you can take flying lessons at any age with a flight instructor. However, in order to fly solo, you must be 16 years old and 17 to obtain your private pilot’s certificate (PPL)
What does having my Private Pilot’s License allow me to do?
Once you obtain your license, you can then bring your friends along and even share the cost of the airplane. You will be able to fly under VFR conditions anywhere you want to go without having to be signed off by an instructor.
How long will it take to earn a private pilot license?
This will depend on how much you can fly. If you can fly twice a week, which would amount to about 4 hours, you see it can be done in as little as three months. However, for most people, this isn’t practical so you can make your own schedule and do it at your own pace.
Do I have to put money down before I start?
No, you pay as you go.
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Contact
We’re easy to get ahold of. Just give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to seeing you reach your goals and being there for support every step of the way.
