Frequently Asked Questions

Sixteen to Sixty is not too old or too young. Begin today and enjoy the benefits for the rest of your lifetime

Pilot training provides a variety of lifetime skills that will contribute to:

• Critical thinking process
• Self-discipline and self confidence
• Creative thinking
• Healthy and positive life style choices
• Leadership skills and abilities
• Technical skills, such as planning, navigation, weather forecasting, time, speed, weight, balance computations, and clear communications.

Call or email us today, and we'll start an orientation interview, to introduce you to our training program and answer any questions you may have. Then together we'll set up your training program and schedule to fit your specific needs.

Each program will be customized to your progress and safety and may vary from 40 to 60 hours.

Probably a lot less than most people think. When you invest for a better future for yourself rather than spend on things that lose value then it becomes a clear choice.

Just like any important thing in your life, you need to make time. We have flex schedules, and you can attend weekend or night classes.
Instead of taking a vacation or wasting spring and summer breakes on events that may not have lasting positive effects, dedicate those times for a worthwhile lifetime achievement.

Flying has been a male dominated field, and we strongly feel, the time is now for women in aviation to reflect an equally proportionate ratio of women to men as in the general population. We have designed our school to meet women's needs and concerns.

We are a Cessna Pilot Center and are dedicated to bringing more women into aviation. Special needs of women are the norm rather than the exception: Innovations in group support Ground school preparation

* Flex flight time scheduling
* Continued-Support-Net, building post graduation
* A safe, friendly, and comfortable dynamic atmosphere in which to learn
* A knowledgeable flight instructor to mentor you, motivate your learning, and accommodate your requirements. Think of it has having your own personal cockpit fitness trainer.
* Training in a new dependable Cessna aircraft. Our "oldest" model is a 2002 Cessna Skyhawk SP.
* A computer-based instruction program (CBI) that makes becoming a pilot easier than ever. Rest assured, we'll walk you through the program step by step. At Skymavs-Cessna Pilot Center, you know exactly what you will be spending on training. Our charges includes everything you need to learn to fly, including computer-based interactive CD-ROM, logbook, training syllabus, flight computer, aircraft rental and instructor. Tuition for the program can be spread over the duration of your training. As for time investment, it takes an average of four months to a year to earn a pilot's license, but of course you can take more or less time. At Skymavs, your Cessna Pilot Center, you truly do it on your terms and at your own pace. Training is worked into your schedule so you can fly early in the morning or late in the evening, at lunch or on the weekends, whatever works best for you!