How often should I schedule lessons to progress efficiently?

If you want to get your license quickly and save money in the long run, I strongly recommend flying as often as possible—at least three to four times a week, if not daily. Consistency is everything. The more frequently you fly, the less time you’ll spend reviewing what you learned in your last lesson, and the faster you’ll build muscle memory and confidence.  

Accelerated programs are designed to help you make flying second nature by immersing you in the process. If you can commit to an intensive schedule, you’ll progress faster, retain more, and likely finish closer to the FAA minimum of 40 hours.

Can I do flight training part-time while working or studying?

You can absolutely train part-time while juggling work or school, but it’s going to take longer, and it may end up costing you more. Flying once a week or less means you’ll spend more time reviewing and less time progressing.  

That said, if part-time is your only option, I’d recommend committing to two or three lessons a week, even if it’s a stretch. It’s worth it for the momentum you’ll build. You can also do ground school and study on your own between lessons to stay sharp and make the most of your time in the cockpit.

What happens if there’s bad weather? Will it delay my training?

Bad weather doesn’t have to mean a wasted day! While you might not be able to fly, we can use the time to work on other parts of your training, like ground school or practicing procedures in a flight simulator.  

In fact, learning how weather impacts flying is a critical part of becoming a safe pilot. We’ll talk about how to assess weather conditions and make go/no-go decisions as part of your training.  

If weather consistently impacts your lessons, I’d recommend trying to schedule as much flying as possible during the good-weather days. Accelerated training works best when you’re flexible and ready to jump in whenever conditions allow.