Private Pilot Courses

AVT 101 - Private Pilot Theory (3 credits)*
*Corequisites: AVT103
This course is a study of the principles of flight, specifically covering all data to obtain a Private pilot Certificate as regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA-Part 141). On completion of AVT101, AVT103, and AVT105, the student should be able to pass the FAA written examination for private pilot certification.

AVT 103 - Air Traffic Control Systems (3 credits)*
*Corequisites: AVT101
A study of the development, growth, and usage of the air traffic control system, with emphasis on the United States. Topics include laws on the use of air space, airport traffic, flight procedures (including departures, enroutes, and arrivals), emergency procedures, and flight assistance available to pilots.

AVT 105 - Flight-Private (3 credits)*
*Corequisites: AVT101
Flying instruction and experience with an FAA- Part 141 approved fixed base operator. Included in the course will be the FAA required hours of instruction and flight experience with both pre and post flight briefings and the dual/solo flights necessary to be recommended for the FAA Private Pilot Practical Examination. The student must obtain a Private Pilot Certificate in order to successfully complete the course. A valid third class or higher medical certificate is required to enter this course.