What are flying lessons like?
A typical flight lesson (excluding cross-country flights) lasts approximately two hours. An hour to an hour and a half is spent in the airplane and the rest of the time consists of pre- and post-flight discussion.The lesson begins with a weather check to determine if the conditions are good for flying.During an initial discussion with your instructor, the maneuvers to be performed during the flight lesson are covered and the material you have studied in preparation for the lesson is reviewed.Using a checklist, you perform a pre-flight check of the aircraft to ensure safety.During the flight, you review previously learned procedures as well as the new maneuvers discussed before the pre-flight check.After the flight, the lesson is evaluated and your logbook is endorsed. You are briefed on the next lesson and assigned any needed study material.
