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Aviation & Flight Training

Private Pilot Training (PPL) - Waterford

Start private-pilot training at Oakland County International Airport with individually scheduled instruction.

40-hour Part 61 flight minimum; actual hours and calendar duration vary

Schedule

Flexible, year-round scheduling; confirm instructor and aircraft availability. Weather and lesson frequency affect completion.

Location

DCT Aviation, Oakland County International Airport · Waterford, Michigan

Cost

Request an individualized aircraft, instruction, ground-study, medical and testing budget; the introductory-flight price is not a course total

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Aviation & Flight Training opportunity

About the program

The published curriculum combines instructor-led and solo flight practice with cross-country, night and instrument-reference training. Private-pilot certification is an initial aviation step, not a qualification for general paid flying.

Preparation for an FAA private pilot certificate, subject to required tests and eligibility

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Funding for this program

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Where to go

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Approximate program area

Waterford, Michigan: city-level estimate, not a classroom address.

Nearby distances use this general area until a training address is verified. Locations may vary by section.

Area data: U.S. Census and GeoNames (CC BY 4.0).

What participants will learn

  • +Flight fundamentals
  • +Navigation
  • +Radio communication
  • +Flight planning

Who this program is for

  • +Beginner private-pilot route
  • +FAA eligibility, medical and testing requirements apply; confirm applicable security screening with the school