Just an FYI, this video was not sponsored by anyone. I suggested a lot of ASA because they offer a reasonable quality for the price, and if you never use them after getting your certificate they wont break the bank. They do print a lot of the books provided by the FAA as well.
I want to make this promise to you guys this is me on the 5th of may 2021 I will come back to this video whenever I get my commercial pilots license thank you guys for the support ❤️❤️ I also will comment this on your most recent post to date just so you guys know I have this promise set I am also 15 years of age and turning 16 later this year
Really good video is great information. Thank you so much for sharing. I’m just getting started with ground school online so this was extremely helpful!!
You guys are by far my favourite aviation channel on TH-cam. I’m only fourteen right now, but becoming a pilot is my ultimate dream. I’ve been watching your videos for about a year now, after a good friend of mine got me into aviation and took me in his plane. Thank you so much for taking time to help young aspiring pilots like myself. Cheers and best wishes, Jess x
Thank you for your kind comments! I've seen you posting on a lot of our videos. =) We'll keep making content for you, lots coming in the next few weeks.
I can second this. I have wanted to fly since I was a kid. I'm 40 now and just started my training. Expensive hobby, but so much fun. Thank you so much for taking time to help OLDER aspiring pilots like myself.
I recommend the flash cards. Each person learns differently. I used similar flash cards when I was in law school. I don't think I would have passed my courses without them. They work for me. They present the scenario, ask you to assess it. You develop your own assessment, and then compare it with the answers provided. This is a great learning system for me. Make your own decision if it works for you. Whatever you do, find what works for you, and use that to the fullest extent possible.
@Fly With The Guys >>> Although NOT a book or other printed training aid, one thing I would suggest is taking some kind of _action cam_ to record your training flights. Afterward, you can review the video to help learn how to avoid any mistakes you made. I soloed in 1979, although I never stuck with it long enough to get my ppl. I _wish_ digital video have been around back then....
Great work, Carl! Got myself a padded backpack from a local store for all my stuff where I can fit in a seat cussion as well as flight school don´t provide these and I´m not that big. And consider some action cams to record your flights as a reference work to learn a bit faster (and of course to make nice videos out of them ☺ ). I don't know ASA headsets, but there are more cheaper ones that are way better in (passive) reducing engine sounds than the more expensive ones.
Their pricing has changed over the years, but for PPL I said 99.99. It's 120 now. Well worth it IMO. I'm doing instrument training now so their second tier is perfect for that. Was 199.99 now 240.
Thanks so much for all your great info! Im preparing my 15yr old to become a pilot. Its the only thing on his mind besides surfing LOL Greetings from Bali
Can you also update your links so we can click them and you get the proceeds, whatever they are? I wanted to get a few things you have listed, but they are outdated.
Does it make more sense for someone trying to learn prior to starting training to read the Airplane Flying Handbook before the Pilot Handbook or vice versa?
Between the two books, all the knowledge you’ll ever need is there. If you want to read them I would start with the Pilots Handbook. It will better prepare you for the knowledge test. Then the flying handbook, along side your training.
When I made this video it didn't have as much of a market presence. It's become a lot better now though. BUT, Garmin still isn't as friendly as forflight when it comes to device compatibility.
The oral exam guide is not necessary. Just work your way through the ACS a few times. Print the ACS off of the FAA website-a physical copy is better. The oral exam guides are not great at Scenario Based Training-nothing beats face to face flight instruction where you instructor acts like the examiner...
I had both. Read the book and had time with my instructor. Both were great. I recommended the book because it had a lot of questions that made me think about application of information in ways I hadn't thought before. Felt it could help others as well. But I did study the ACS a lot!
I know a guy who is in his early 40's and just started. Only limitations are how long you have to grow your career before retirement. I'm not headed to the airlines, but I started on my PPL when I was 36.
I purchased most of these materials over a month ago when I started training, just ordered the airplane flying handbook today because I prefer physical copy, but for the FAR/AIM, my checkride will be in 2023 will I need to wait for the 2023 FAR AIM to come out before ordering it?
I would use the electronic one until then. Not much changes year over year, but updates happen quickly online. I haven’t cracked mine open since primary training and I didn’t have to use it on my checkride, but that doesn’t mean you won’t have to.
@@flywiththeguys my check instructor who is the head of the program during class held up his FAR AIM and said "Man who's got the time to memorize everything in this! 😂" Its extremely likely ill have it for my oral exam, I was just wondering but yes the app also comes in handy!
Hey, great video! I haven't started as a flight student yet, I'm hoping to in a few years time. Would it be a good idea to get the handbooks now? Or should I wait until I get into actual flight training?
I would use the links to the free resources for now. You can learn a lot from them and get yourself ready. Then, if you feel like you need them for reference, buy then when your in your training.
Quick question, do you know if there's any possible way I could get my first class medical while being diagnosed with adhd? I would love all the and knowledge that you have thank you❤️
I'm not qualified to answer that. A lot of people have ADHD and have sucessfully become pilots, but there are varying degrees of it. For the medical there is a special test you have to take. Checkout the channel page. We have a video on the medical process that may help a little, but I believe the AOPA has a really good write up on it.
Yes and No. If you want to go with Helicopters I would start there. Some of it does transfer over, but these materials are really focused on fixed wing.
There’s the written test and the checkride. The checkride consists of an oral portion and a flying portion. That’s it. Schools may have you do stage checks, which can feel like tests, but there not required by the FAA.
@@flywiththeguys I am a little bit confused. FAA indicates that one should provide supervisor or instructor approval of class participation to be able to give written exams. I am under impression that I can read all the books by myself, do simulations without the school involvement. Then I register for the written exam, oral exam, and simulation evaluation. After passing these I register for the flight classes and if the instructor finds out that I am knowledgable he/she can certify that with minimum amount of flight time I am ready. Am I too far from reality? I find it too expensive to pay $15000+ to an aeroclub to teach me what I can learn on my own.I already got all the books, about 20 of them recommended by FAA. I already downloaded MIT private pilot ground school course. Also, downloaded more than 5 complete courses on instruments, etc. I am planning to buy SIMiONIC complete set for simulation for less than $5000 (also looking at Flight Sim Starter Kit from Sporty's or Thrustmaster TCA Yoke Pack Boing edition). I also bought a flight computer and ASA E6B. For simulator I am looking to buy FlightGear Flight Simulator 2022 5 DvDs. What are regulations or obligations after that? I just want to learn flying for recreational sport that keeps the door open for furthur study if necesary. By the way I would appreciate if you can suggest a kit that contains yoke, throttle and good pedals. Professional but affordable (preferably under $5000). It is so difficult to know what works best.
I recently became interested in aviation but I'll never be able to become a pilot...mainly because of a lack of money on my end, but also...as this video reminded me...I am terrible at math (I have dyscalculia - a math learning disorder). xD The idea of having to do all those calculations would be daunting and stressful. BUT...I appreciate all the links to the books and such. It's still interesting to read about and I want to get the flashcards eventually, just for the fun of it.
I've watched this repeatedly throughout my training. I am at the very end, can confirm these are all the materials you need to get through it. The only items I didn't get were a sectional or terminal area chart, Ipad or EFB makes the cockpit more organized plus foreflight makes the weather very accessable anytime before flying. There are some other things I recommend. I would've invested in a flight bag so everything is neat in order. My equipment is getting in sort of rough shape. A test prep course is a very good supplement to get ready for the written. The FAA resources are very great. But I would prefer to use a software for written prep. I used gleim and it was great for private. (not commercial though, I took that today, did great though because I used another software with it that was cheaper!) If not, at least become familiar with the knowledge test supplement book. Gleim provides the charts, figures and diagrams on their test prep software. But review the testing supplement for sure. Other than that, can confirm that is everything.
I bought an Android tablet for this. Is there an alternative to Foreflight, for android that you could recommend? I'll ask my CFI next time I go in for training, but I would also like to hear from you on this.
Do you have to use an iPad? I'm just starting to inquire about flight school and would love to use foreflight, but have never used apple. Are there other options?
The Mini. Others get too big and require a lot of space in the plane. The Mini can be mounted in a lot more places and is big enough to do everything you need.
These materials are for helping you pass the FFA Written Exam in the United States. Check your local government for rules and regulations to make sure you get the right materials for your test. They are still good books though for knowledge.
I appreciate you trying to help! These can bee good places to pickup thinks like headsets, hoods, and measurement tools. But, books and charts expire, and I've seen a lot of expired books for sale on these platforms. So just be careful. =)
Hey Carl--just discovered your channel and have really enjoyed all of your content so far. I am 60 and have always dreamed of getting my ppl, and I am now ready to pursue it. I live in Scottsdale, AZ, and was wondering if you have any recommendations for flight school training, whether out of Scottsdale (seems awfully busy there, though!), Deer Valley or Glendale (all are within easy driving distance. Any recommendations? Thank you!
Awesome. I know of a club and a school. If you could, head over to my website and shoot me a email and we can discuss it over there. flywiththeguys.com
serous question will microsoft flight simulator help in any way? also does the book the student's flight manual by william K. Kershner a good book to have to study?
Flight simulators are good for a few things, like checklists, workflows, and even practicing comms these days. BUT, they are far different then actually flying a plane. The feelings, the stress, and your surroundings just cant be replicated. The FAA only allows you 2.5 hours towards your PPL using an approved sim for that very reason. I still play around in them for fun, and once you have your PPL you can use them to practice instrument work that wont count for anything, but help you develop skills you really can take back to the cockpit. I have FS2020 on preorder.... Now for the book, I have no idea. Never read it. I used the resources in here for reference in conjunction to an online course.
Only thing I can think of is the Pilot’s Operating Handbook for the aircrafts you are flying. Weight and Balance questions, CG question’s, and some aircraft systems questions are going to come right out of that book. It would be in the aircraft, but having a nice PDF copy on your iPad or phone really helps prepare for the oral exam.
I wish i could do all this. Get my license and fly. I want to fly cargo not passengers. I dont have the funds to get this done. Im 60 yrs old nd live in Lafayette Louisiana. Any ideas?
I would also add a fuel tester and maybe a flight bag, or just something carry everything. I personally have been using a backpack I got for free by signing up with AOPA.
Something to carry everything in is nice. I use a backpack right now too, but my need changed significantly as soon as I became a pilot. A fuel tester is great too. Our plane has one, but not all rental operations or schools keep them in the plane.
We always recommend going on a discovery flight first. This will help you understand if its right for you. Then, use the free resources in this video to learn as much as you can. Learning to become a pilot is more then just the flying part. Theres a lot of learning. You can't get a Student Pilot Certificate yet, you need to be 16, but you can log training hours and prepare for it. Then when you turn 17, you can go for your checkride.
please i need your advice on if i should go to flight school before going back to college. i've been out of college for over 2 years now and now is the time that i would be going back. Not going to school (at least AA college degree} is not an opion for me and i also want to start my flight school in other to start building my flight time. what do you suggest that i do first especially considering i might be taking loans to finish both course.
I appreciate you asking, but I try not to give too much advice when money is involved. I would say, determine what your career goals are and make sure your education aligns with them. If you plan on joining the airlines, check with a recruiter and see what they recommend.
Short answer no, these are specific to the private pilot certificate. But it sounds like your signed up for a commercial program. You’ll need tools like this in the beginning is yes maybe, but your school should provide the materials you need, or a list of them at least.
Hi Fly with guys, I’m only 12 but after going on a plane ride with a neighbor who is an instructor and being able to slightly control the plane my eyes where open to flying, thank you for this vids they show me what it takes to be a pilot and what I should start on.
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Just an FYI, this video was not sponsored by anyone. I suggested a lot of ASA because they offer a reasonable quality for the price, and if you never use them after getting your certificate they wont break the bank. They do print a lot of the books provided by the FAA as well.
I want to make this promise to you guys this is me on the 5th of may 2021 I will come back to this video whenever I get my commercial pilots license thank you guys for the support ❤️❤️ I also will comment this on your most recent post to date just so you guys know I have this promise set I am also 15 years of age and turning 16 later this year
Awesome. We'll look for that post! Good luck on your journy!
Really good video is great information. Thank you so much for sharing. I’m just getting started with ground school online so this was extremely helpful!!
2 years later progress?
Yo where’s the update?
Whats up bud? Don’t quit on your dreams. That is equivalent to quitting on yourself. You are too young to do that!
You guys are by far my favourite aviation channel on TH-cam. I’m only fourteen right now, but becoming a pilot is my ultimate dream. I’ve been watching your videos for about a year now, after a good friend of mine got me into aviation and took me in his plane. Thank you so much for taking time to help young aspiring pilots like myself.
Cheers and best wishes,
Jess x
Thank you for your kind comments! I've seen you posting on a lot of our videos. =) We'll keep making content for you, lots coming in the next few weeks.
I can second this. I have wanted to fly since I was a kid. I'm 40 now and just started my training. Expensive hobby, but so much fun. Thank you so much for taking time to help OLDER aspiring pilots like myself.
Great information! I'm 56 and beginning for ppl. Always been a dream...now becoming a reality. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
No problem. We have a lot of content for those who are just getting started. Hope to see you around!
Me too Brian!
Encouraging comment.
Four years on!
How have you made out?
I'm 57 and am pursuing PPL as well.
Bucket list stuff.
Love it.
I recommend the flash cards. Each person learns differently. I used similar flash cards when I was in law school. I don't think I would have passed my courses without them. They work for me. They present the scenario, ask you to assess it. You develop your own assessment, and then compare it with the answers provided. This is a great learning system for me. Make your own decision if it works for you. Whatever you do, find what works for you, and use that to the fullest extent possible.
They're good little cards. I got them towards the tail end of my studies and they were great.
I'm currently a senior at HS and my goal is to become a commercial pilot. What steps do I need to take?
Check out this playlist, it should help a lot but I would study like crazy! - th-cam.com/play/PLjNuX1oAEWKnVZAVSm6aCafMS7qUoOmbw.html
It's just amazing to me that the rental of the plane is the biggest cost in this whole process. I like it!!!!I'm going forward!!!
I know right!? Good luck on your journey!
Interesting ❤ I wish you could make a video for PPL in India
I've considered getting some stuff together for other countries, but its a HUGE undertaking because everyone is slightly different.
Get the Oral Exam guide and make flash cards with the questions.
Solid Advice
@Fly With The Guys >>> Although NOT a book or other printed training aid, one thing I would suggest is taking some kind of _action cam_ to record your training flights. Afterward, you can review the video to help learn how to avoid any mistakes you made.
I soloed in 1979, although I never stuck with it long enough to get my ppl. I _wish_ digital video have been around back then....
Cameras are great. We're producing a video on how to record audio with them this week.
Fly With The Guys hey guys, was this video ever done?
Thanks for the valuable information.
Great work, Carl! Got myself a padded backpack from a local store for all my stuff where I can fit in a seat cussion as well as flight school don´t provide these and I´m not that big. And consider some action cams to record your flights as a reference work to learn a bit faster (and of course to make nice videos out of them ☺ ). I don't know ASA headsets, but there are more cheaper ones that are way better in (passive) reducing engine sounds than the more expensive ones.
Thanks for the comment and info!
I’m about to turn 16 and I just took my discovery flight 2 days ago and it was one of the coolest things I’ve done in my life.
I love flying, sounds like you do too. =)
Mapping gps knowledge important
This was extremely helpful thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve order almost everything on this video ! It’s really kickstarted my goal
You're so welcome!
Amazing video , keep up the great work 👍
PLEASE DO WHAT KIND OF PLANES YOU CAN FLY WITH A PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE IT CONFUSES ME TY ❤️
Great video suggestion! I’ll add that to my list.
Aviation Guys thank u, and I’m sure a lot of people would find it useful!
iu have a headset so im all set and ready all i dont have is the two books
Great vid (same with your airspace with Minecraft vid).
Appreciated.
Glad it helped!
Great video, I like the flash card ideas. My question, for person such as myself, would you recommend the same material for pursuing a LSA license?
From what I understand it’s fairly similar!
Darn it, the flashcards on the flash aviation website are SOLD OUT. Do you recommend another source? Thanks for this helpful video!
Not for flashcards. I'm reaching out to the company. I'll let you know.
What I heard you say is that ForeFlight annual subscription is 19-999. Did you mean $199.99
Their pricing has changed over the years, but for PPL I said 99.99. It's 120 now. Well worth it IMO. I'm doing instrument training now so their second tier is perfect for that. Was 199.99 now 240.
Thanks so much for all your great info! Im preparing my 15yr old to become a pilot. Its the only thing on his mind besides surfing LOL Greetings from Bali
That is awesome! Good luck to him!
I cant wait to start fly thank you for the info
No problem! Thanks for watching. We have a lot of great content to help you get started so stick around!
Thanks for posting this! Just wanted to double check - is the reading material recommended still valid now, as this was posted 4 years ago?
Yes, just make sure to get current material! I don't always update the links to the updated releases. I'll get that on my to do list.
Thank's a lot .. I live in Africa i don't have money to study aviation but i will continue to reach my dream which is to be a pilot
I have a dream
Stay with it. A lot of good resources out there.
2023 I’m getting my PPL
Thank you for your help
No problem and good luck!
Might wanna update sectional chart link :P
Took care of that a bit ago! Thanks for letting me know.
Can you also update your links so we can click them and you get the proceeds, whatever they are? I wanted to get a few things you have listed, but they are outdated.
All updated!
Does it make more sense for someone trying to learn prior to starting training to read the Airplane Flying Handbook before the Pilot Handbook or vice versa?
Between the two books, all the knowledge you’ll ever need is there. If you want to read them I would start with the Pilots Handbook. It will better prepare you for the knowledge test. Then the flying handbook, along side your training.
you should have referred to Garmin Pilot along with fore flight
When I made this video it didn't have as much of a market presence. It's become a lot better now though. BUT, Garmin still isn't as friendly as forflight when it comes to device compatibility.
This by far was the best video for a newbie like me.
It's one of the reasons I made it. No one had good answers for what to get, and I only listed the things I knew were needed and valuable.
5:06 my instructor gave me an expired chart and we busted the miami bravo lol
Man, good thing it was his fault. =)
The oral exam guide is not necessary. Just work your way through the ACS a few times. Print the ACS off of the FAA website-a physical copy is better. The oral exam guides are not great at Scenario Based Training-nothing beats face to face flight instruction where you instructor acts like the examiner...
I had both. Read the book and had time with my instructor. Both were great. I recommended the book because it had a lot of questions that made me think about application of information in ways I hadn't thought before. Felt it could help others as well. But I did study the ACS a lot!
I am sure you were well prepared. Your videos are very good and thorough.
You missed the medical exam part. The first step in my opinion.
This one is just materials. We actually have a whole video on the medical exam.
Can we start flying at age of 35? If we want to become ATPL
I know a guy who is in his early 40's and just started. Only limitations are how long you have to grow your career before retirement. I'm not headed to the airlines, but I started on my PPL when I was 36.
I purchased most of these materials over a month ago when I started training, just ordered the airplane flying handbook today because I prefer physical copy, but for the FAR/AIM, my checkride will be in 2023 will I need to wait for the 2023 FAR AIM to come out before ordering it?
I would use the electronic one until then. Not much changes year over year, but updates happen quickly online. I haven’t cracked mine open since primary training and I didn’t have to use it on my checkride, but that doesn’t mean you won’t have to.
@@flywiththeguys my check instructor who is the head of the program during class held up his FAR AIM and said "Man who's got the time to memorize everything in this! 😂" Its extremely likely ill have it for my oral exam, I was just wondering but yes the app also comes in handy!
Thanks!
Wait when did you tell me how much it’ll cost. I didn’t hear that part.
We have a different video for that, but watch this one instead - th-cam.com/video/nT6bLVvrNC4/w-d-xo.html
I have that pilots handbook
ME TOO! And a few more....
@@flywiththeguys how much few?
Great video and I appreciate the links as well!
No problem. Glad you liked it.
Can someone help me by selling me older books for a cheap price please 🙂
Most of the books you need are free online from the FAA. Check the links in the description. =) If they don't work, let me know and I'll update them.
2 years later is this up to date or have things changed?
Still up to date!
We need other video about commercial pilot license.
Working on all levels!
Hey, great video! I haven't started as a flight student yet, I'm hoping to in a few years time. Would it be a good idea to get the handbooks now? Or should I wait until I get into actual flight training?
I would use the links to the free resources for now. You can learn a lot from them and get yourself ready. Then, if you feel like you need them for reference, buy then when your in your training.
@@flywiththeguysOK! Thanks for the quick reply!
Fly With The Guys how often are these materials updated? I'm watching in 2020 so are these still current?
Quick question, do you know if there's any possible way I could get my first class medical while being diagnosed with adhd? I would love all the and knowledge that you have thank you❤️
I'm not qualified to answer that. A lot of people have ADHD and have sucessfully become pilots, but there are varying degrees of it. For the medical there is a special test you have to take. Checkout the channel page. We have a video on the medical process that may help a little, but I believe the AOPA has a really good write up on it.
@@flywiththeguys thank you sm💕💕 also I just realized I had a typo in my last comment that made it a lil hard to read so my bad for that lol💀💀
Thanks for the informations, in your opinion does the simple Flight simulater (for example: Flight gear 2018) really helps by learning?
It helps with procedures, learning radio controls, avionics, and some other things. There's nothing like the real thing when learning to fly.
Does all this information apply to helicopters?
Yes and No. If you want to go with Helicopters I would start there. Some of it does transfer over, but these materials are really focused on fixed wing.
I’m planning to start senior year of hs in about a year and a half. Can’t wait. You guys are very helpful!!
Good luck!! And thank you!
This by far is the best explanation on TH-cam on how to get your PPL. Thanks so much!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you very much I really appreciate
No problem!
Wow I liked that flashcard deal. Glad I watched all the way to the end!
Do you mean cellular data or gps on the ipad
Cellular iPads are coupled with GPS. The Wifi versions don't have GPS.
Evening Sir I would like to Know how to use a Padpilot with his smartphone or Android
I honestly hadn't heard of that program before. I would reach out to the company for more information.
@@flywiththeguys ok
Can I get the books for a cheap price please 🙂
I replied to your other comment. =) You don't need to buy them.
I actually have a device that allows me to hook up an aviation headset to my computer, so I can use it for flight simulation.
Nice. I Think I've seen thoses before. What service do you use?
@@flywiththeguys PilotEdge.
Can you please name all the exams for the private pilot and if the classes are obligatory.
There’s the written test and the checkride. The checkride consists of an oral portion and a flying portion. That’s it. Schools may have you do stage checks, which can feel like tests, but there not required by the FAA.
@@flywiththeguys I am a little bit confused. FAA indicates that one should provide supervisor or instructor approval of class participation to be able to give written exams. I am under impression that I can read all the books by myself, do simulations without the school involvement. Then I register for the written exam, oral exam, and simulation evaluation. After passing these I register for the flight classes and if the instructor finds out that I am knowledgable he/she can certify that with minimum amount of flight time I am ready. Am I too far from reality? I find it too expensive to pay $15000+ to an aeroclub to teach me what I can learn on my own.I already got all the books, about 20 of them recommended by FAA. I already downloaded MIT private pilot ground school course. Also, downloaded more than 5 complete courses on instruments, etc. I am planning to buy SIMiONIC complete set for simulation for less than $5000 (also looking at Flight Sim Starter Kit from Sporty's or Thrustmaster TCA Yoke Pack Boing edition). I also bought a flight computer and ASA E6B. For simulator I am looking to buy FlightGear Flight Simulator 2022 5 DvDs. What are regulations or obligations after that? I just want to learn flying for recreational sport that keeps the door open for furthur study if necesary. By the way I would appreciate if you can suggest a kit that contains yoke, throttle and good pedals. Professional but affordable (preferably under $5000). It is so difficult to know what works best.
Very informative
I've found this channel so intriguing. Are you a pilot yourself?
Thank you! And yes, I am a pilot.
I recently became interested in aviation but I'll never be able to become a pilot...mainly because of a lack of money on my end, but also...as this video reminded me...I am terrible at math (I have dyscalculia - a math learning disorder). xD The idea of having to do all those calculations would be daunting and stressful. BUT...I appreciate all the links to the books and such. It's still interesting to read about and I want to get the flashcards eventually, just for the fun of it.
You just have to learn the numbers by hand for training. Afterword's, we use tools to help! It's the digital age.
I am just starting my ppl license study! Thanks for the video!
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
@@flywiththeguys no problem!
FYI, the link provided for the sectional charts is broken
UPDATED! Thanks for letting us know. Shops are always moving things around.
@@flywiththeguys Thanks, no worries, happens on my channel too 😅
I've watched this repeatedly throughout my training. I am at the very end, can confirm these are all the materials you need to get through it. The only items I didn't get were a sectional or terminal area chart, Ipad or EFB makes the cockpit more organized plus foreflight makes the weather very accessable anytime before flying. There are some other things I recommend.
I would've invested in a flight bag so everything is neat in order. My equipment is getting in sort of rough shape.
A test prep course is a very good supplement to get ready for the written. The FAA resources are very great. But I would prefer to use a software for written prep. I used gleim and it was great for private. (not commercial though, I took that today, did great though because I used another software with it that was cheaper!)
If not, at least become familiar with the knowledge test supplement book. Gleim provides the charts, figures and diagrams on their test prep software. But review the testing supplement for sure.
Other than that, can confirm that is everything.
Thanks for the advice and feedback on it! I'm actually getting ready to get make this video again. =) Update it, add other essentials like you said.
Great video! Does the tablet have to be an ipad? Will Samsung Galaxy Tab work with Foreflight and transponder?
Yes. Foreflight is only on IPad unfortunately.
I bought an Android tablet for this. Is there an alternative to Foreflight, for android that you could recommend? I'll ask my CFI next time I go in for training, but I would also like to hear from you on this.
iFlyGPS is supposedly good. I haven't flown with much else other than Foreflight though.
I only own Windows and Android devices. Can you recommend equivalent software for For Flight on either of these platforms?
Check out iFlyGPS. Outside that, I'm not a good recourse. Foreflight is such a good app though, I would almost recommend picking up an iPad to run it.
Man you so easy to understand and listen. Best video about ppls. Great staff!
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
Great a like it thanks a lot
Do you have to use an iPad? I'm just starting to inquire about flight school and would love to use foreflight, but have never used apple. Are there other options?
There are other options out there, but the iPad is really a great choice. Not much of a learning curve with it and Foreflight is an AMAZING tool.
Hi What size of I Pad would you recommend - 7.9 or 10.1 would it matter or would the 10.1 be to big ? Thanks for your vids helping out lots Cheers
The Mini. Others get too big and require a lot of space in the plane. The Mini can be mounted in a lot more places and is big enough to do everything you need.
I travel to PHX now and then...Maybe could swing in!
Planning on moving to rural Alaska next year would a light sport license be good enough for a small bush plane?
Probably not, especially in Alaska. Light sport has a lot of limitations. This is just my opinion though.
I am really glad to have found your channel! JA
Glad you’re enjoying our content!
Great video...thanks for your information as I'm planing to embark into my Private Polite Certification journey
Well you sound like you're ready. You're calling it a certificate instead of a license!
Did you get it? Update friend!
Hello, How may subject for exams, just one paper? Does FAA have testing center outside the USA?
These materials are for helping you pass the FFA Written Exam in the United States. Check your local government for rules and regulations to make sure you get the right materials for your test. They are still good books though for knowledge.
If yall are looking for cheap ways to buy student pilot gear. Look up ebay or marcari. They have pretty much all of the supplies you need.
I appreciate you trying to help! These can bee good places to pickup thinks like headsets, hoods, and measurement tools. But, books and charts expire, and I've seen a lot of expired books for sale on these platforms. So just be careful. =)
Love that Corsair on the wall
Me too. It's my favorite plane and on my bucket list to fly. Would be the pinnacle of my aviation career.
Great content! Would the list of materials be any different if someone is getting the Sport Pilot Certificate?
A bit. You'll need to know a lot of the same information. I'm working on some sport pilot content in the background.
Hey Carl--just discovered your channel and have really enjoyed all of your content so far. I am 60 and have always dreamed of getting my ppl, and I am now ready to pursue it. I live in Scottsdale, AZ, and was wondering if you have any recommendations for flight school training, whether out of Scottsdale (seems awfully busy there, though!), Deer Valley or Glendale (all are within easy driving distance. Any recommendations? Thank you!
Awesome. I know of a club and a school. If you could, head over to my website and shoot me a email and we can discuss it over there. flywiththeguys.com
serous question will microsoft flight simulator help in any way?
also does the book the student's flight manual
by william K. Kershner a good book to have to study?
Flight simulators are good for a few things, like checklists, workflows, and even practicing comms these days. BUT, they are far different then actually flying a plane. The feelings, the stress, and your surroundings just cant be replicated. The FAA only allows you 2.5 hours towards your PPL using an approved sim for that very reason. I still play around in them for fun, and once you have your PPL you can use them to practice instrument work that wont count for anything, but help you develop skills you really can take back to the cockpit. I have FS2020 on preorder.... Now for the book, I have no idea. Never read it. I used the resources in here for reference in conjunction to an online course.
Only thing I can think of is the Pilot’s Operating Handbook for the aircrafts you are flying. Weight and Balance questions, CG question’s, and some aircraft systems questions are going to come right out of that book. It would be in the aircraft, but having a nice PDF copy on your iPad or phone really helps prepare for the oral exam.
Those would be other useful items. I had PDF versions on my iPad like you said. =)
Thank for the info.
I wish i could do all this. Get my license and fly. I want to fly cargo not passengers. I dont have the funds to get this done. Im 60 yrs old nd live in Lafayette Louisiana. Any ideas?
That's a hard one. Most Cargo and Airlines have a hard stop at 65 (Forced Retirement). I don't have any ideas that can help unfortunately.
I would also add a fuel tester and maybe a flight bag, or just something carry everything. I personally have been using a backpack I got for free by signing up with AOPA.
Something to carry everything in is nice. I use a backpack right now too, but my need changed significantly as soon as I became a pilot. A fuel tester is great too. Our plane has one, but not all rental operations or schools keep them in the plane.
Super helpful video, thanks!
Glad you got over to it! Good luck!
Hello, I am going to turn 15 in September. And I want to become commercial pilot but I am wondering that what I have to start with ??
We always recommend going on a discovery flight first. This will help you understand if its right for you. Then, use the free resources in this video to learn as much as you can. Learning to become a pilot is more then just the flying part. Theres a lot of learning. You can't get a Student Pilot Certificate yet, you need to be 16, but you can log training hours and prepare for it. Then when you turn 17, you can go for your checkride.
please i need your advice on if i should go to flight school before going back to college. i've been out of college for over 2 years now and now is the time that i would be going back. Not going to school (at least AA college degree} is not an opion for me and i also want to start my flight school in other to start building my flight time. what do you suggest that i do first especially considering i might be taking loans to finish both course.
I appreciate you asking, but I try not to give too much advice when money is involved. I would say, determine what your career goals are and make sure your education aligns with them. If you plan on joining the airlines, check with a recruiter and see what they recommend.
I’m studying my commercial pilot license in Canada,are those useful tool also works for Transport Canada written exam?
Short answer no, these are specific to the private pilot certificate. But it sounds like your signed up for a commercial program. You’ll need tools like this in the beginning is yes maybe, but your school should provide the materials you need, or a list of them at least.
Thanks very much
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for all info. Very descriptive and links helps. Regards
You are welcome!
Let me just buy the Bose a20 ahhh 1st day of training oh no it broke
People don't realize how rough training is on your equipment, especially if your at a flight school!
Iooooove your videos. Full of information. Straight to the point and great quality. Keep doing this and thank you so much 😊
Thanks for your kind words! And don’t worry, we’re going to keep doing it.
Great info as I'm getting ready to get my PPL
Awesome! Good luck and post back when you finish!
But the books are giving me headache
for a young person who really likes the thrill of flying, the best choice is to become an air force pilot.
I wanted to be a navy pilot.
Just finsihed ground school! Off to take the written.
Good luck!
I liked because there is a Corsair in the background
Corsairs are the best!
Hi Fly with guys, I’m only 12 but after going on a plane ride with a neighbor who is an instructor and being able to slightly control the plane my eyes where open to flying, thank you for this vids they show me what it takes to be a pilot and what I should start on.
Awesome! Thanks for your kind words and I hope you get your license some day!
Thank you for all the links - that was a big help and saved me some money.
No probelm!
You missed winning the lottery so I can afford to buy all these things!
Check the links! A lot of the resources are free.