WOLF CREEK AVIATION
 
SO YOU WANT TO BECOME A PILOT?
Lets start with some frequently asked questions.
WHAT'S INVOLVED IN LEARNING TO FLY?
Ground study (ground school), in-flight instruction (flight training), and practice. Flight training hours are divided between dual time (with an instructor) and solo time (without an instructor). These hours include night flying, instrument flying, and cross-country experience. Ground school serves two purposes. One is to provide a solid foundation of basic aviation knowledge. The other is to prepare you to pass the FAA written knowledge exam. The exam is a 60 question multiple choice test and must be passed with a score of 70 percent or higher in order to qualify to take the private pilot flight test.

ON SHORT FINAL TO CHICAGO MEIGS FIELD

THE GRAND TETONS
WHAT DOES THE PRIVATE PILOT COURSE HAVE IN IT?
The FAA requires a minimum of 40 hours of flying time. At the start of your training, all flying will be done in the local area. After you have learned the basics, there will be cross-country flights to different airports. The studying and written examination preparation part of the course can be done at one of our ground schools or on your own with the help from one of our instructors. Ground schools are offered periodically throughout the year. Please contact us for times and availability.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A PILOT?
It depends on you. With our training curriculum you learn as fast as you like, because the training course is flexible and can fit your schedule. Studies indicate that, nationwide, the average student pilot will complete the requirements over a period of four to seven months, while flying 50 to 60 hours in order to attain the necessary proficiency. Depending on the pace of the training, some people will complete the requirements sooner and others will take longer.
WHAT CAN I DO WITH A PRIVATE PILOT CERTIFICATE?
Before you receive your private pilot certificate you will be issued a student pilot certificate when you solo. The privileges of your student pilot certificate allows you to fly solo under instructor supervision (no passengers). A private pilot certificate will allow you to fly an airplane and carry passenger and baggage, although not for compensation or hire.

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY
WHAT IF I HAVE A MEDICAL CONDITION?
Before you solo you have to hold a third class medical certification. That means you'll have to get a checkup from an aviation medical examiner. The examiner can answer any questions you have about your flight fitness. The fee is approximately $70.00. This medical certificate becomes your student pilot certificate the day you solo. Contact us for the aviation medical examiner nearest to you.

TAKE A FRIEND FLYING
WHERE CAN I RENT AN AIRPLANE AFTER I GET MY LICENSE?
Just about any airport. Most flight schools, including Wolf Creek Aviation, also rent airplanes to licensed pilots after a quick check out for insurance purposes.
HOW LONG IS EACH FLIGHT LESSON?
Our flight instructors will schedule lessons 7 days a week from 8:00am till sundown. Each lesson usually lasts one and a half to two hours long and consists of ground instruction, flight instruction, and review. It is suggested that two or three lessons be scheduled per week if possible to complete the course in approximately four months.
HOW DO I KNOW I'LL LIKE FLYING?
The easiest way to find out is to come out and give it a try. For about $35.00, you can take a thirty minute introductory flight. This flight will permit you to actually fly the airplane under the guidance of one of our certified flight instructors. It also includes a preflight briefing and postflight question and answer period.

ENJOY THE DAY
HOW ARE PAYMENTS MADE?
You may pay by lesson using cash, check, or credit card (we accept visa and mastercard), or you may prepay any amount you wish so as not to worry about payment each time you fly. Any prepayment over the amount of $1000.00, Wolf Creek Aviation will add on an additional 10% of that amount to be used for flying, books, or anything else Wolf Creek offers for sale.
HOW DO I SCHEDULE?
We have a schedule sheet in the office. Simply call the number located on our home page and we can get you signed up for your first flight lesson today!!