Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Flight Training: Part 61: Minimum 40 flight hours (including 20 dual, 10 solo). Part 141: Minimum 35 flight hours. Checkride: Pass an FAA written knowledge exam and practical flight test (checkride). It gives you the ability to fly in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Pass a practical test (checkride).

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 26, 2024

Once you have a good idea of the job they want, we’ll compare costs to flight school so you can start narrowing down your budget. Cargo Pilot As a cargo pilot, you’ll be responsible for hauling loads of stuff from point A to B. The CPL allows you to fly cargo or passengers for money.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

To obtain an instrument rating, you will need to complete additional flight training beyond the PPL. The training covers topics such as flight planning, navigation and instrument approaches. You’ll also need to complete a checkride, or practical test, to demonstrate your capabilities in the cockpit.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 18, 2024

The change from the Practical Test Standards (PTS) to the ACS was a long-anticipated update for flight instructor applicants and Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). The newest update was effective for checkrides on 5/31/24 or later. The Private Pilot checkride is based on the Private Pilot ACS.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

FAA Requirements for Currency You can find one of the key regulations about currency in 14 CFR 61.57Recent Flight Experience: Pilot in Command. To act as PIC of an aircraft carrying passengers or cargo, you must have completed at least three takeoffs and landings within the last 90 days.

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