|
GLIDER ADD-ON
PRIVATE / COMMERCIAL RATING
COURSE SUMMARY
The training
program leading to an FAA add-on rating for gliders with Silent
Wings Soaring is divided into three phases:
Phase I.
Initial Training To Solo
– Ground and flight training leading to solo flight in a
glider. A
syllabus of 8-10 lessons that covers the material required by
Code of Federal Aviation Regulations is provided to guide the
instructor and student through the training. Emphasis is on obtaining flight skills and academic knowledge
that will lead to a solo endorsement in the student’s
logbook. Solo
endorsement will be provided when the student has demonstrated
to the flight instructor a satisfactory level of proficiency,
skill, knowledge and completed a pre-solo written exam.
The SGS 2-33 and SGU 2-22 gliders are used for flight
training.
Phase II.
Post Solo and Single Seat Checkout –
Post solo flight training to gain experience and proficiency
in all flight maneuvers and practice thermaling skills. Spin
entry and recovery training prior to single seat checkout.
Complete single seat checkout in the SGS 1-26 glider to
expand body of flight experience and knowledge. Spin training
required for single seat checkout.
Solo flight closely observed by flight instructor and
post flight critiques provided. Student flys under varying wind and weather conditions
to build confidence and experience.
Flying required number of flights and hours to meet FAA
experience requirements for the Private or Commercial Rating.
Minimum CFR requirements for the Private Rating are 10
solo flights and 3 hours of flight time.
Minimum CFR requirements for the Commercial Rating are
20 solo flights and 3 hours of flight time.
Refer to CFR 61.129.
Phase III.
Complete FAA Flight Requirements, Prepare For Oral
Exam and Practical Test, Obtain FAA Glider Pilot Rating
(Private Or Commercial) – Log required training to
meet FAA requirements. Flight
experience for the commercial rating is greater than the
private rating. Complete 3 preparatory flights with an instructor within 60
days of FAA Practical Test.
Prepare for oral exam portion of Practical Test by
completing one-day intensive review using FAA PTS booklet as a
study guide. Successfully
complete FAA Practical Test and receive FAA Private or
Commercial Pilot Glider add-on rating.
Progress in
this training program is dependent upon frequency of training,
appropriate weather and equipment availability.
Fees and charges for flight instruction, ground
instruction, glider rental, instructional materials, test
preparation, FAA testing and evaluation are in effect.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
|
