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The FAA minimum requirement is 40 hours flight time, but it is not uncommon for students to require more time to be safe, proficient pilots. The national average is 60 to 70 hours and our average at Genesis is 55-60 hours. The typical student schedule is to fly one or two times per week for 1.5 – 2.0 hour lessons, so it will usually take 4 – 8 months to complete the private pilot certification.

Weather, aptitude and other variables may impact your training timeline with the greatest factor being the frequency of your lessons. Students who take 2-3 lessons per week will typically require fewer flight hours than a student who flies once per month. In our experience students who commit to take 2-3 lessons per week earn their private pilot license in as little as 90 days, while others have taken 12-24 months to earn their license.

There are a number of reasons to select Genesis for your flight training:

• We have an excellent team of professional FAA certified flight instructors. Our flexible instructors are willing to accommodate your work and family schedule, including weekdays, nights, and weekends. Our instructors coupled with our quality aircraft offer the right combination to help you become a safe, competent pilot in a timely manner.
• Cessna 162s offer the latest in full-glass avionics in a fun and affordable Lights Sport aircraft. Cessna 172s offer a consistent avionics platform across all 4 aircraft to accommodate your training and rental needs.
• Genesis Aero is located at Georgetown Municipal Airport (KGTU), just off of I-35 and Toll 130 we are a quick drive from Austin. Our location offers the benefit of working with air traffic control while efficiently utilizing your time in the aircraft with the small airport feel.
• We offer the flexibility of an online scheduling system. Students can access Schedule Pointe from our home page at GenesisFlightAcademy.com 24 hours a day to schedule their instructors and aircraft. The system helps you track your upcoming flights with customizable text and email alerts.
• Genesis offers an onsite full-service pilot shop for all of your flying needs. We carry the latest aviation products, FAA charts and training materials.
• We are proud to have an experienced certified A&P mechanic on staff. This ensures superiorly maintained aircraft for our clients and also reduces the time our aircraft are on the ground. Our aircraft are inspected every 50 hours to ensure the highest quality and safety of each and every flight.

To begin flight training you need proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate and driver’s license or U.S. issued passport) and a signed copy of the Genesis Aero Rental Agreement and Safety Polices and Procedures. Prior to your first solo flight you will need a medical and student pilot certificate. If you are not a U.S. citizen other documentation must be submitted to TSA. For help or more information on this procedure please contact us.