Discovery Flight

Do you dream of flying? Do you look up when you hear an airplane fly overhead and wonder how it would feel to be in the Pilot seat? Modesto Aviation, Inc. offers a fun and affordable way to make that dream come true.

Experience the world of aviation and take flight with one of our experienced Instructors. Learn and see if piloting is for you. You will never know until you try! Plus, this intro flight can be recorded in a training logbook.

When you enter our flight facility, you will meet one of our instructors and be given a tour of our premises and learning resources. You will have a preflight briefing. Walking to your plane, you’ll see our exceptional fleet of aircraft. You will learn many interesting facts about your aircraft as your instructor guides you through a preflight inspection, engine start and taxi to the active runway. The best feeling will be taking the controls, with your instructor’s guidance, applying full throttle and taking off for a 30-minute hands-on training flight. How about a photo to frame at home? No problem. With today’s technology, it’s just a click away.

Just call or come in to schedule an appointment. It’s time to fulfill your dream and take your place in the Pilot Seat. Schedule your Discovery Flight today!

Requirements:

• Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
• A photo I.D. is required before the flight

Total Price: $99.00 (Includes logbook and digital photo.)

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Private Pilot Certificate (Part 61) Course Codes: PC172N

To be eligible for your certificate you must:

• Be at least 17 years of age
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Pass a FAA medical exam
• Be proficient in flight experience (your instructor will provide training and guidance)
• Pass a knowledge test (CATS)
• Pass a practical test (a one-on-one oral quiz and flight test with an FAA examiner)

Minimum flight training requirements
40 hours total flight experience, of which:

• 20 hours with your instructor
• 10 hours Solo
• 10 hours Practice with or without your instructor

Additional items:

• Ground instruction
• Books, plotters, charts, and log book
• Aviation headsets

Note: Training hours and costs reflect FAA minimum flight time requirements for part 61. Price may vary depending on client’s individual ability and additional flight time, if needed. Prices are subject to change without notice. Due to the wide variety available, aviation headsets are not included in pricing. Contact Modesto Aviation, Inc. for selection and pricing. Special Orders available.

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Instrument — Airplane Rating (Part 61) Course Code: IRC172N

To be eligible for your certificate you must:

• Hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Hold an FAA issued medical certificate
• Be proficient in flight experience (your instructor will provide training and guidance)
• Pass a knowledge test (CATS)
• Pass a practical test (a one-on-one oral quiz and flight test with an FAA examiner)

Minimum flight training requirements
No minimum total flight experience specified, however the following apply:

• 40 hours actual or simulated instrument flight time
• 50 hours Cross Country time as Pilot in Command

Additional items:

• Ground instruction
• Books and charts

Note: Training hours and costs reflect FAA minimum flight time requirements for part 61 and assumes client holds a Private Pilot certificate with at least 50 hours cross country PIC flight time. Price may vary depending on client’s individual ability and additional flight time, if needed. Prices are subject to change without notice.

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Commercial Pilot Certificate (Part 61) Course Codes: CC172N

To be eligible for your certificate you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Hold an FAA issued medical certificate
• Be proficient in flight experience (your instructor will provide training and guidance)
• Pass a knowledge test (CATS)
• Pass a practical test (a one-on-one oral quiz and flight test with an FAA examiner)

Minimum flight training requirements
250 hours total flight experience, of which:

• 100 hours Pilot in Command time, including:
• 50 hours Cross Country time as Pilot in Command
• 20 hours with your instructor, including:
• 10 hours in a Complex Airplane
• 10 hours instrument training (or hold an Instrument Rating)

Additional items:

• Ground instruction
• Books and charts

Note: Training hours and costs reflect FAA minimum flight time requirements for part 61 and assumes client holds a Private Pilot certificate with at least 50 hours total flight time. Price may vary depending on client’s individual ability and additional flight time, if needed. Prices are subject to change without notice.

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Sport Pilot Certificate

To be eligible for your certificate you must:

• Be at least 17 years of age
  
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
  
• Be proficient in flight experience (your instructor will provide training and guidance)
  
• Pass a knowledge test (CATS)
• Pass a practical test (a one-on-one oral quiz and flight test with an FAA examiner)

Minimum flight training requirements
20 hours total flight experience, of which:

• 15 hours with your instructor
• 5 hours Solo

Additional items:

• Ground instruction
  
• Books, plotters, charts, and log book
  
• Aviation headsets

Please contact us for availibility and pricing.

Note: Training hours and costs reflect FAA minimum flight time requirements for part 61. Price may vary depending on client’s individual ability and additional flight time, if needed. Prices are subject to change without notice. Due to the wide variety available, aviation headsets are not included in pricing. Contact Modesto Aviation for selection and pricing. Special orders available.

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