飞行训练Q&A
How much does flight training cost?
The fees for flight training are in addition to tuition and fees. The flight training cost can be broken down into sections over four years. Please note that these are estimated cost based on past average flight times required for each rating or license. These average training times are from the FAA data base. Some students may require additional training.
Estimated Non-学费 成本 for Flight Courses
FAA Knowledge Exams and Practical Tests require an additional fee.
CFII is offered but not a requirement for graduation: $4,880
How frequently should I expect to fly?
Students are expected to commit to flying not fewer than three times each week, and additional flying is encouraged as resources and student schedules permit. Flying more frequently increases proficiency, which results in faster training progress in less time and at less cost. The Aviation Training Center is open throughout the year. 它是, 然而, closed when ladbrokes立博中文版 is closed and when the local school systems (Dartmouth and New Bedford) are closed.
我将飞往哪里?
BSU’s Aviation Training Center is located at the New Bedford Regional Airport, approximately half an hour’s drive from campus. 因为开车的距离, first-year Aviation students are the only freshmen allowed to have vehicles on campus.
What are the FAA requirements before I can begin flying?
Prior to their first flight lessons all BSU Aviation students must obtain an FAA Medical Certificate. Students will need to make an appointment with an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) nearest them and fill out an application on MedExpress. In addition to the medical certificate, new students will need to apply for a Student Pilot Certificate by completing an application through the FAA IACRA网站 and having it certified by a certified flight instructor or FAA representative from the local Flight Standards District Office.
Does BSU coordinate with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to provide flight training?
All BSU Aviation students who receive training must comply with current TSA policy and procedures. Compliance requirements depend on citizenship status.
International students should visit the TSA 飞行训练 Security Program site 创建一个账户. For additional information, visit AOPA's Guide to TSA's Alien 飞行训练/Citizenship Validation Rule.
飞机舰队
塞斯纳172R天鹰
9 aircraft – Non-complex, single-engine aircraft for Private, IR, Commercial, CFI and CFII training
3 aircraft – Non-complex, TAA, Single-engine aircraft
4 seats, Garmin 430W GPS Navigation/Communication Unit
飞行模拟实验室
BSU Aviation incorporates FAA-approved Two Redbird LD AATD and One Redbird FMX in training course delivery. Located at the Aviation Training Center at New Bedford Regional Airport, the Advanced Aviation Training Device platforms enhances the rapid development of aeronautical decision-making through the use of simulated weather conditions, air traffic control environments, and various flight conditions that would not otherwise be readily available or replicable in the aircraft.
飞行训练 Equipment List
The following list represents more than the cost of textbooks for a single semester: 它是 the start of an investment in your long-term training and your aviation career.
Many of the required FAA publications are available online and free at 美国联邦航空局.政府. BSU-specific training for your course of training are available for free download, as well.
Pilots are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the required publications and maintaining the requisite level of knowledge at all times. All students must acquire the following items before their first flight lesson.
飞行装置
- 飞行包
- 飞行耳机
- E6B飞行计算机(手动)
- VFR Plotter (IFR if conducting Instrument or CFII training)
- View Limiting Device (hood or “foggles”)
- Flashlight (with spare batteries)
- Kneeboard
- Airport/Facility Directory (A/FD)
- 终端区域图(TAC)
- 剖面图(纽约)
- IFR低中路*
- Current Instrument Approach Procedure Charts*
- 飞行日志
出版物
- BSU Flight Standards Manual (FSM) - Aircraft Specific
- BSU Aviation Operations Manual
- Aircraft Pilot's Operating Handbook
- Applicable FAA Practical Test Standards
- Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR)
- Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
- Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK)
- 美国联邦航空局飞机飞行手册
- 美国联邦航空局航空天气
- 美国联邦航空局航空气象服务
*(If conducting Instrument or CFII training)