Dunes Aviation Academy

  The Federal Aviation Administration has strict requirements for obtaining a private pilot license . You must be at least 17 years old unless you want to limit your license to free balloons and gliders. In that case, you can get one year early. You must have at least a current third-class medical certificate with a less restrictive requirement for free balloon and glider pilots. You can get your medical certificate from an FAA-authorized aviation medical examiner. The FAA directory lists nearly 6,000 examiners nationwide. You must obtain your medical certificate before you take any lessons. Just imagine your disappointment if you went through flight school only to find out that you have a medical condition that will prevent you from piloting an aircraft. Not to mention the cost involved in obtaining a private pilot license. If you're reading this article in its original form, you've probably already met the next requirement. You must be able to read, speak and understand the