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Your First 10 Hours of Flight Training: What to Expect

Inflight Pilot Training

Hours 1-2: Aircraft Familiarization and Pre-Flight Procedures Your first lessons will take place on the ground as you become familiar with your training aircraft and learn essential pre-flight procedures. These lessons will help you build confidence and coordination as you begin controlling the aircraft in the air.

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Safety Pilot Explained: How to Log Your Time and Stay Legal

Pilot Institute

The flight must be conducted in VFR (Visual Flight Rules) conditions, as a safety pilot is insufficient for IFR conditions unless appropriately rated and the flight is conducted under IFR. A safety pilots primary duty is to maintain situational awareness during simulated instrument flight.

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