Airplane flying
 

Any of you OOtiots know anything about flying? How long does it take to get a pilot license, approximate cost, eyesight requirements. I have kinda lousy vision so that might be an impediment, but i don't know. Plus this is a decent topic.

polltard

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http://faa.gov/licenses_certificates/

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I hear you can cut some time out if you aren't interested in learning how to land.

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I hase 2 friends that are pilots, and I know 1 of them has a commercial liscence, it took him 200 hours of air time (which I think is ridiculously low). But commercial doesnt necassarily mean a 747 etc. He is 21 or 22 now, and learned everything from Parks college at St louis U. So it really doenst take that long to get through the program.

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You may also want to check out http://www.studentpilot.com.

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I'm a flight instructor, so I can answer your questions from personal experience.

I'm assuming that you're simply going for your Private Pilot certificate, correct?

Length of time: Completely dependent on you. If you can set aside the time to fly 3-4 times per week, you could have your certificate done (realistically) in 3-5 months. 3 months being the low end for sharp students.

Approximate cost: If you do your training at a normal flight school at an airport, expect to pay anywhere from $5000-$7000 for your private certificate.

Eyesight: Is your vision correctable to 20/20? If so, you won't have a problem. I have 20/400 vision uncorrected, and never had a problem passing a medical.

If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask.

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lol nice

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I hear you can cut some time out if you aren't interested in learning how to land.

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haha nh

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I'm a flight instructor, so I can answer your questions from personal experience.

I'm assuming that you're simply going for your Private Pilot certificate, correct?

Length of time: Completely dependent on you. If you can set aside the time to fly 3-4 times per week, you could have your certificate done (realistically) in 3-5 months. 3 months being the low end for sharp students.

Approximate cost: If you do your training at a normal flight school at an airport, expect to pay anywhere from $5000-$7000 for your private certificate.

Eyesight: Is your vision correctable to 20/20? If so, you won't have a problem. I have 20/400 vision uncorrected, and never had a problem passing a medical.

If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask.

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Yes, Private Pilot certificate. That's a little more than I thought. I live in Salt Lake and tomorrow I will make some inquiries. I wear glasses but i don't know what my numbers are. Do you like flying ? Doyou own your own plane or rent to fly?

polltard

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Yes, Private Pilot certificate. That's a little more than I thought. I live in Salt Lake and tomorrow I will make some inquiries. I wear glasses but i don't know what my numbers are. Do you like flying ? Doyou own your own plane or rent to fly?

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Best $10k I ever spent was getting my private (I'm in NY, maybe you can do it cheaper in Salt Lake); don't sweat the medical, as long as you're not on the verge of dying you'll be fine.

Unless you want to burn money like a madman don't even think about buying a plane; the maintenance and insurance will eat you alive. Renting is the way to go, and it's fine to rent a beater to save a few bucks when you're learning.