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How Not to Learn to Fly

To make the most of your time in the cockpit, plan for about four hours of study time for each hour you fly. istock/vuk8691
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Key Takeaways:

  • Aspiring pilots should fly frequently (at least twice a week), utilize a structured syllabus, and supplement lessons with dedicated at-home study to ensure efficient and effective training.
  • Treat the knowledge test as a comprehensive learning and review exercise rather than just memorizing answers to deepen understanding.
  • The author emphasizes that a full commitment to flight training, including consistent lessons and serious home studying, is essential for a successful and transformative experience.
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I learned to fly about 25 years ago, and it’s no exaggeration to say it changed my life. I started flight training as a fairly immature teenager and ended it as a confident and independent young adult. I learned a lot about engines and weather, but much more important were the lessons on self-reliance, problem-solving and hard work. If you’re a pilot, I’m sure you can relate.

John Zimmerman

John Zimmerman grew up in the back of small airplanes and moved to the front at age 16. He flies a Pilatus PC-12 and a Robinson R44.

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