What types of Student Visas does Wright Flyers Aviation, Inc. offer?
Wright Flyers Aviation, Inc. offers the M1 Student Visa which is valid initially for up to 12 calendar months.

What is the difference between FAA Part 61 and Part 141 flight training regulations?
Students at Wright Flyers may train under FAA Part 61 or Part 141 regulations, and will learn the same things and take the same FAA tests regardless of which curriculum they choose. The Part 141 curriculum is very structured and must be completed in a specific order. Most Part 141 programs were designed for students aspiring to become professional pilots. The Part 61 curriculum is not bound by the same stringent structure, and allows flight instructors to tailor a program to each student's needs.

How long does a lesson last?
Most lessons are based on a one-hour flight, but count on a minimum of two hours per session because of pre-flight and post-flight briefings. Students and instructors talk about what will be introduced or reviewed before each lesson, then cover how things went afterwards and what will be introduced in upcoming lessons.

What if I feel airsick?
Nausea is rare among pilots. Occasionally it may take a few lessons to get used to the sensation of flight. After a few hours in the air, normal flight often begins to feel as natural as driving a car. If airsickness persists, students often consult a physician for recommended motion sickness medications. These drugs are used to help individuals become accustomed to motion and should only be used when flying with an instructor.

Can I carry passengers?
Students are not allowed to carry passengers on solo flights. A passenger may observe a flight lesson with an instructor, however, as long as the instructor consents. Once an FAA Certificate has been earned, current Private Pilots may legally carry passengers.

Where can I fly?
Student pilots may only go to places allowed by their instructors. For instance, when student pilots begin practicing flights to other airports, their flight instructors will endorse or vouch for their students. In effect, students are flying on the credentials of their flight instructors.

What medical requirements do I need to meet?
The medical exam is not rigorous. It begins with filling out an FAA application and medical history form. Eyesight must be correctable to 20/40. Applicants should not have nose or throat conditions that would be aggravated by flying, must have good balance, and be able to hear a voice at a normal, conversational tone at six feet away. Applicants cannot have mental and neurological problems such as psychosis, alcoholism, or epilepsy; any unexplained loss of consciousness; any serious medical condition such as heart attack, chronic heart disease, diabetes mellitus, or other debilitating illnesses. If an applicant has had one of these conditions, it may only cause a delay because of the required investigation rather than signifying the end of the applicant's flying career.

What is ground school?
Flight training consists of two parts: ground school and flight training. Ground school teaches students the principles, procedures, and regulations that are put into practice during flying lessons. One portion of the certification process consists of a computerized exam. Ground school is designed to prepare students for this test. Ground school classes are available in an innovative Cessna PC-based program you can use at work or at home to suit your schedule. You may also use the computers at Wright Flyers.

When will I actually begin flying?
Students begin with a lot of help from their assigned flight instructors. From the very first lesson, students will be flying the aircraft. Students fly with decreasing levels of assistance as lessons progress, leading up to that important milestone: the first solo flight. When students reach this point, their flight instructor endorses them to practice takeoffs and landings at the local airport. There is no set time limit on the first solo flight. Instructors won't allow students to operate aircraft alone until they demonstrate proficiency in the required maneuvers. Upon completion of the required curriculum, students are recommended to the FAA for evaluation of their skills. Upon successful completion of this test, a certificate is issued.

What kinds of airplanes will I fly?
While regulations do not specify what type of aircraft must be used for flight training, Wright Flyers Aviation uses the latest model Cessna Skyhawks and other popular single and multiengine training aircraft. Flight schools typically use four-seat aircraft with one engine and fixed landing gear. Most training aircraft fly at around 140 mph and can stay aloft for over four hours at a time. Once students become Private Pilots, they may go on to fly advanced aircraft with sophisticated navigation systems, six-passenger capability, and 150-200 mph speeds.

Where can I find Wright Flyers' latest training and rental policies?
Our Internet-based Aircraft Rental and Use Agreement includes important information to help keep your flying safe and enjoyable.

How do I request the issuance of an FAA Private Pilot Certificate on the basis of my foreign pilot license?
If you are applying for a certificate issued on the basis of a foreign license, you must first have the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) that issued those certificates verify the validity and currency of the foreign license and medical certificate or endorsement, before you apply for an FAA certificate or authorization. This process can take 30 days or more. For more information, please go to the FAA's website.

For any additional questions contact Pilot Services at fly@wrightflyers.com, or call Wright Flyers at (210) 820-3800.