Is your future up in the air? Find out what it takes to become a pilot. With the help of computers, you’ll receive both ground and flight instruction as you prepare yourself to pass the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) exam! Actual flying time is logged in.
- FAA Regulations
- Aircraft Safety
- Aerodynamics
- Flight Operations
- Controlled Airspace
- Radio Procedures
- Aircraft Instruments
- Aircraft Systems
- Meteorology
- Preparation for FAA Exams
- Aviation Weather Reports/Charts
- Aeromedical Factors
- Weight & Balance
- Powerplant/Engine
- Basic Navigation
- Radio Navigation
- Flight Planning
- Aviation History
2. 3rd Class FAA Medical Exam (from an FAA medical examiner)*
4. Uniform: White collared button shirt, Black tie, Black pants, Black shoes
*Please be aware that certain medications and/or medical conditions may impact a student’s ability to obtain an FAA medical certificate, which is required for pilot licensure.
CTE Endorsement
Students must successfully meet the academic and attendance criteria for a two-year Wilson Tech Certificate of Completion, be High School diploma eligible, and pass the following national certification exam: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Written Knowledge Exam.
About the instructor
Raymond Mac Lean is a former CFII, MEII, Charter and Regional Airline Captain. He began his flight experience as a full-time flight student at Delta Connection Academy, which was owned by Delta Airlines. From day one, he trained for the ultimate goal of becoming an airline pilot. Next as a DCA instructor he trained aspiring airline pilots, both in the classroom and in various airplanes for a number of certifications and ratings. Once gaining enough flight experience, he was hired by ExpressJet Airlines; a regional carrier doing business as Continental Express, United Express and under its own brand. He logged more than 3,000 hours in EMB-145 jet aircraft to destinations in the Continental USA, Canada and Mexico. Mr. Mac Lean is type rated both in the EMB-145 family of aircraft and the HS-125 Hawker Business Jet. He is delighted to have returned to the classroom; guiding high school students toward graduation and fueling their interests in aviation.