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The general public does not understand, in fact probably has not seen, a simple type of flying that requires no radios, warning lights, or navigation aids. While the use of the most modern tools of flight can be readily learned here without prejudice, Red Stewart Airfield is dedicated to preserving the more basic "stick and rudder" skills that are slowly being lost.
Most pilots trained today cannot do a coordinated turn without looking inside the cockpit. We teach that, among other things, and have since 1946.
Stewart's Aircraft Service offers the following instruction:
SPORT
PILOT COURSE
The student is started out in our
Piper Cub or Aeronca Champ. This will give them a high degree of "stick and
rudder" skill that they can take into any subsequent training. In this course
they remain in the tailwheel aircraft all the way to their check ride.
FAA Requirements - Sport Pilot Info
Estimated cost: $2100.00
RECREATIONAL PILOT COURSE
The student is started out in our Piper Cub or Aeronca Champ. This will give them a high degree of "stick and rudder" skill that they can take into any subsequent training. In this course they may remain in the tailwheel aircraft all the way to their
check ride, or transition at this point to a Cessna if they wish.
Unlike most flight schools, Stewart's believes in the Recreational Pilot License. This rating is essentially the same as the Private Pilot course, but it leaves off the requirements for night time, instrument time, and flight where the pilot must interact with air traffic control. The pleasure flying that most people do does not require any of the above items. A pilot can fly over 90 % of this country without talking to air traffic control. Why spend the money for something that you won't use?
FAA Requirements :
INFO
Estimated cost: $2100.00
PRIVATE PILOT COURSE
The student is started out in our Piper Cub or Aeronca Champ until
they solo. Again, this will give them a high degree of "stick and rudder" skill that they can take into any subsequent training. At this point they are moved to a Cessna, since this aircraft has the electrical system needed for the night, instrument, and air traffic control requirements.
FAA Requirements :
INFO
Estimated cost : $4000.00
INSTRUMENT PILOT COURSE
Instrument training is
given in our Cessna 172.
COMMERCIAL PILOT COURSE
If you have decided to be a
professional pilot this is the next step in your training. Training is given in
our Piper Arrow.
TAILWHEEL TRANSITION COURSE
One of the best things a pilot can do for themselves is to take a tailwheel transition course. The pilot will notice an immediate improvement in their "stick and rudder" skills since tailwheel aircraft are more difficult to coordinate in the air as well as to land. Another benefit is the increased "seat of the pants" feel the pilot gains through this course of instruction. Airline pilots have commented that the tailwheel flying brought about an improvement in their flying. This course is offered in our Piper Cub or Aeronca Champ and usually takes between 5 and 10 hours of instruction to complete.
GLIDER COURSES
With or without previous flying experience you can obtain your glider rating at Waynesville… It is a fun and inexpensive way to enjoy the thrill of
flight. Course costs include FAA minimum required flight times, materials, ground
instruction, and FAA exam fees. As an addition to your existing Pilot ratings, Gliding can be a whole new challenge and thrill. The requirements are minimal. There is no medical required. All you need is a desire to soar through the air. Waynesville provides the rest…
Minimum requirements:14 years old to solo / 16 years old to get the rating / No FAA flight physical requirement /No FAA Written Test if you already have a powered aircraft rating.
Estimated cost (non pilots) : $2400.00
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