Frequently Asked Questions

For new students, bring a copy of you Private Pilot Knowledge Test Results to the airport along with your identification and FAA medical.

Unfortunately, student enrollment and the demand for flight instructors and aircraft prevent us from offering flight training to students who are not enrolled in the degree program.

Commercial pilots must hold at least a second-class FAA medical certificate to exercise their commercial pilot certificate. Thus, we require our students to show evidence of at least a second-class medical. A first-class medical is suggested, as this is the standard medical for most professional pilots.

You can find an Aviation Medical Examiner by using the FAA’s AME Locator site.

Yes.  Students can receive credit for completing their Private Pilot Certificate.

Depending on the flight school you attend, they may not fly the same aircraft type as ECSU.  As a result, you will need to spend time adjusting to the new aircraft type.

You may also struggle to get your checkride completed before the start of the term.  Many areas of the country have a shortage of examiners.  This may delay your certificate significantly.

 

No.  Students will need to start and complete the instrument rating at ECSU to be eligible for a Restricted-ATP.

Students can complete academic coursework anywhere with a live internet connection.  Flight Labs can be completed with a Flight Training Affiliate (FTA). 

Students with their ratings can receive credit for those qualifications and complete the remaining courses as outlined above.