Private Pilot Requirements
Be 17 years of age or older
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Pass the required knowledge test
Recieve flight training and a logbook endorsement from an authorized instructor
Meet the aeronautical experience requirements
Pass a practical test
Please note: Although there is no age restriction on beginning your flight training, the following ages must have been reached prior to receiving certification.
Student Pilot (solo operations): 16
Private Pilot: 17
Commercial Pilot: 18
Airline Transport Pilot: 23
Please bring the following documents with you prior to or on the day of your first flight with Mach 1 Aviation:
Valid Driver License or other Government Issued Photo ID
Valid Passport or Birth Certificate
Any FAA Medical or Pilot Certificates you may already hold
***If you are not a U.S. Citizen you must first be approved for flight training by the TSA. Please click this link to get started:
https://www.flightschoolcandidates.gov/
***Note: It may take several weeks to get approval.