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Part Time Pilot Online Flight Training
#1 Online Flight Training helps student pilots pass their FAA exams on the 1st try
Part Time Pilot helps future private pilot license holders save time & money with the best & most affordable Private Pilot Online Ground School and Checkride Prep Online Flight Training
Students save on average $2000 to $4000 by simply understanding their options for a Private Pilot's License before they begin flight training.
What is that students don't know that is costing them so much money?
First: The differences between Part 61 and Part 141 (watch this video here)
The major difference is that a Part 141 school has MORE CONTROL over your training. They require you to perform their ground school, 1 on 1 ground training & reviews with your instructor and additional requirements that make meeting milestones such as soloing and cross-country flights difficult if not impossible.
Second:
Why do 100% of Part Time Pilot online ground school students pass the FAA Written Exam?
The reason is the same reason Part Time Pilot was created. Watch the video below to hear how Part Time Pilot was started and how our mission sets us apart:
What is the best Online Ground School for a private pilot license?
If we answered that we would be biased. So instead we did the research and compiled it all to let you decide which route to a private pilot's license is best for you
What makes an online flight school good?
The most important trait of an online flight school is that it helps you achieve your private pilot's license. In order to achieve a private pilot license a student pilot must meet 4 objectives:
- Learn the ground material & receive an endorsement for the FAA Written exam
- Take and pass the FAA Written exam
- Fly the minimum required hours & receive an endorsement for the FAA Practical Checkride exam
- Take and pass the FAA Practical Checkride exam
A good online ground school should help you accomplish all of these objectives. A good online ground school should teach you all the knowledge required for a private pilot license, provide you an endorsement for the FAA Written exam, provide you with adequate FAA test prep so that you pass the FAA Written exam, provide you with knowledge that will help you physically flying the aircraft with more competency and safety, and prepare you to pass the private pilot's license FAA checkride.
How can an online flight school do all of this?
Well, at Part Time Pilot we believe in providing full & comprehensive lessons that build upon each other while catering to every single learning style.
- We believe that lessons should be written in plain English so that even the students with no aviation background can achieve their dream of getting a pilot's license.
- We believe that each student learns differently and that a good online flight school should have multiple ways of learning each subject including written lessons, audio lessons, video lessons, quizzes, practice tests, live sessions, community conversations, study guides, flash cards, answer explanations and even an AI instructor that you can chat with who has been specifically trained on our content to help you pass your exams.
- We believe that the #1 reason we have a pilot shortage today is the financial burden pilot training puts on busy, working Americans. Therefore, we believe in helping students with this financial burden by giving lifetime access to our online flight school content, a full money-back guarantee for risk-free purchases, the ability to study on their own time, the ability to get their questions answered 24/7 and the chance at receiving financial assistance in the form of 4 yearly Part Time Pilot scholarships.
- Finally, we believe in providing students with a personalized experience. We DO NOT believe in providing you a content and then you never hear from us again... we are here for you every step of the way. The reason we have such a high success rate for our students passing the FAA Written Exam is because of our personalization of each students course. When you finish your practice tests we send you an email with a customized report specifically based on those practice test results and we work with you 1 on 1 to get your scores where they need to be in order for you to be successful on the real exam.
So, do all other online ground schools do this stuff? We did the work to find out and summarized the information in the table below so that you can make an informed decision on What is the Best Online Ground School:
Instant Chat support powered by trained AI
Part Time Pilot has trained our very own AI entity who's #1 goal is to help you pass your exams
- Ask it any question, 24/7 from any of our lessons
- If you prefer the human touch... Don't worry. We are still available for all your questions
- Beats regular ChatGPT at Student Pilot specific questions because it is trained on what the FAA expects you to know
- See this video where I tested it side by side with ChatGPT on common student pilot questions
NEW Mobile App brings ground school with you anywhere
Part Time Pilot now has a FREE Mobile App which brings your lessons with you anywhere plus more new features!
- Allows members of the Online Ground School to access their lessons, videos, images, quizzes and downloads right on their device!
- Also includes an FAA Private Pilot Practice Test generator where users can select any category & any number of questions for unlimited practice tests
- FREE to download & no Credit Card required!
What Students Are Saying About Part Time Pilot Online Flight School...
See what people are saying about our Private Pilot Test Prep & Online Flight School courses
"I am currently working toward my PPL. I have used Kings, Sportys and now Part Time Pilot. I find part time pilot the most comprehensive and easily understandable ground school so far. I recommend PTP if you are just starting out on your PPL"
-Kyle S.
Part Time Pilot Student
"I've experienced other ground schools prior and Part Time Pilot by far exceeds expectations! Nick's teaching methods are thorough and he guides you on what to really focus on. He provides numerous resources to help you understand and genuinely cares about his students success. I brag about this ground school and recommend it to anyone whenever I can! Will be back with an update on my PPL written exam score!"
-Ella P.
Part Time Pilot Student
"The value compared to others out there is great. Having different options on most lessons between audio, videos, reading material and an AI to bounce questions off of are all helpful resources to take in the information in different ways to really learn and retain it."
-Zane B.
Part Time Pilot Student
"The fact that when I reach out to PTP, I get an answer within the hour if not quicker. The material covered goes into much greater detail, now that I am done with the ground school it is a great resource to go review, and keep practicing the knowledge while I have down time."
-Matt H.
Part Time Pilot Student
"I would recommend Part Time Pilot to anyone looking for a ground school because the instructor is amazing and support is always there"
-Jose G.
Part Time Pilot Student
"By far the best ground school around for the price. Everything is easy to understand with a lot of detailed information."
-Brian C.
Part Time Pilot Student
Buy separate or save money in our Online Ground School/Checkride Prep Bundle
Pass the Written - Private Pilot Online Ground School
$249.99
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$79.99
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FAA Certified Instructor
Part Time Pilot's chief Instructor, Nick, is a certified Private Pilot & Ground Instructor. Nick has both a Bachelor's and a Master's in Aerospace Engineering as well as over 9+ years experience in the aerospace industry including jobs as a propulsion engineer, fuels analysis engineer and flight test engineer.
When you become a member of either the Part Time Pilot Online Ground School or the Checkride Prep course you get access to Nick for any and all of your questions. There are a lot of things that make Part Time Pilot stand apart but this might be the one that our students appreciate the most. Part Time Pilot will personally ensure that not only is your question answered but it is answered as many times, in as many different ways (explanations, examples, videos, diagrams, etc.) as it takes until you fully understand the correct answer.
Nick Smith (Nick Bryant)
Part Time Pilot Instructor
Cert. #4206794
Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The most frequently asked questions we get, and the answers to these questions, about becoming a pilot
"How do I become a pilot?"
I answer this question by giving a broad overview of the Step by Step process you'll need to take to become a pilot
"What pilot certificate is right for me?"
Click below to find out the difference between a Private Pilot, Sport Pilot and Recreational Pilot Certificate and which is right for you
"What's the difference between Part 61 & Part 141?"
Part 61 vs Part 141. What is the difference and which is better for you? Click below to find out
"How many flight hours do I need?"
The minimum number of flight hours depends whether you train under Part 61 or Part 141. There are also other requirements for hours flying dual, solo, cross-country and by instrument. Click below to get the details
"What do I need to learn to be a pilot?"
How much Math do you need to know? What about weather? Aerodynamics? This post discusses the subjects you'll need to learn to become a pilot
"How much does getting a pilot license cost?"
This is probably the MOST common question I get asked. The answer is complicated so much people never get a full answer. But we break down every single cost in this post
"How do I pay for flight training?"
Along side "how much does it cost?" this is the other most common question I get. We have broken down all the options we currently know of at the link below
"In-person ground school, online ground school or self-study?"
When you want to get started with your training... you'll have the option of doing an in-person, online or self-study ground school. We break down the pros and cons of each for you to decide
"What are the different options for flight training?"
Once you become interested in becoming a pilot you are likely to see ads from flight schools all over the place. But what are all your options? Find out at the link below
"How do I get my student pilot certificate?"
You'll need a student pilot certificate to become a certified pilot. But you don't need it to take the Written exam, or to even start flight training... so when do you need it? Click below
"What disqualifies me from a Medical Certificate?"
Believe it or not there are things you can do to prepare for your aviation medical exam that will help your chances at receiving a medical certificate. Click below to see how and see what disqualifies you
"How to find a good flight school?"
Flight schools will say all sorts of things to get you to sign up with them. You simply cannot trust the quotes they give you. That is why we explain what to look for and how to find the best flight school for you
"What supplies do I need for Flight Training?"
There are a lot of products out there. Some that can aid your training and some that can hinder. We break down what you REALLY need and affordable options for them
"What are some ways to save money flight training?"
I have gone through flight training myself. I have also seen 1000s of students do the same. And over the years I have built a list of ways to save yourself time and money while flight training
"Are there scholarships for student pilots?"
Yes! And we have compiled a list of them from around the United States. Part Time Pilot even has 4 scholarships every single year! Click here to find out more
"What should I AVOID during flight training?"
I know exactly what you should avoid while flight training. Why? Because I did them all during my own and cost me over $6000. Hear my story at the link below and find out what NOT to do
Questions? Contact us...