Ground Training for Student Pilots
Successful flight training begins on the ground. These free pre-flight lessons introduce essential aircraft preparation, engine controls and taxiing techniques. Learn how to familiarize yourself with a training airplane, understand important aircraft documents, recognize the purpose of key engine controls and develop the knowledge needed to operate safely before takeoff.
Aircraft Familiarization
Understand essential aircraft documents, flight preparation, weight and balance, and the information pilots review before their first flight.
Engine Controls
Discover how carburetor heat and mixture controls work in light training aircraft. Learn why carburetor icing matters and how engine controls affect performance.
Aircraft Taxiing
Learn the fundamentals of taxiing, directional control, situational awareness and safe aircraft movement on the ground before takeoff.