The Alaska Airmen Association is proud to partner with FLY8MA and Angle of Attack to offer subsidized Online Ground School and study sessions to Alaskans looking to take the written examination for Private Pilot.
Purchase the online ground school of your choice from the options below at a subsidized rate of $50. Pass your written exam within 6 months of completion of the study sessions and we will reimburse your test fees!
Requirements:
If this cost is a financial burden for you, check this box to be contacted about financial assistance through the Alaska Airmen Scholarship program.
ONE 8-WEEK COURSE
Our 8 week schedule starts on January 8th, 2025 and concludes on February 26th, 2025. With study sessions every Wednesday starting on January 8th, 2025 from 6pm-8pm at the Airmen lodge.
Study sessions every Wednesday at 6pm from 01/08 - 02/26. Attend in person at Lake Hood or via Zoom.
Study sessions ARE NOT intended to replace online lessons but to build on them. It is important that you complete your course's lessons on the planned topic prior to attending the study sessions.
Expert guest instructors will cover tips, illuminate possible pitfalls, and answer questions on the scheduled topic. Interact with your peers and "classmates" to find study partners and build community.
For session planning purposes, please select the study sessions from the list below that you would like to attend. You are encouraged to attend all sessions and will be sent a Zoom link to each session before the scheduled day. Attendance in person at the Airmen Lodge at Lake Hood is also encouraged. Study materials and refreshments will be provided.
#1 Aerodynamics
8 wk course: 01/08/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Aerodynamics prior to attending.
#2 Aircraft Systems
8 wk course: 01/15/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Aircraft Systems prior to attending.
#3 Human Factors
8 wk course: 01/22/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Human Factors prior to attending.
#4 Weather: Theory and Aviation Weather
8 wk course: 01/29/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Weather prior to attending.
#5 Airports and Airspace
8 wk course: 02/05/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on BOTH Airports and Airspace prior to attending.
#6 Performance
8 wk course: 02/12/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Performance prior to attending.
#7 Flight Planning
8 wk course: 02/19/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Flight Planning prior to attending.
#8 Regulations and Test Prep Tips
8 wk course: 02/26/256:00pm - 8:00pmPlease complete your course's lessons on Flight Planning prior to attending.
We have partnered with two providers of online ground school training that are 100% based in Alaska and experienced in the unique piloting challenges in our great state. Our special thanks to Fly8MA and Angle of Attack for their support of GA in AK and the NextGen Aviation Club!
Click the links below to learn about the course options.
Currently only Private Pilot is eligible for this program. Additional courses may be available in the future.
If you have an online ground school course that you would like to use other than the two presented, check this box and you will be contacted to discuss eligibility.
If you already have an online course but would like to attend the study sessions and qualify for test fee reimbursement, check this box.
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