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I get asked this question all the time, so I have
researched it as best I can, and here is what I
have found. I believe it to be accurate, but things
change, and I would strongly recommend you verify
this with someone at the Department of Veterans
Affairs.
You can reach them toll-Free at 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551)
or, click the here to connect to their website:
http://www.gibill.va.gov
| No expenses are covered
for flying lessons at the Private Pilot Level. |
To get your private pilot certificate, which is
the required first step in your fight training,
you have to cover all the expenses yourself.
(learn more
aout our low cost of flying lessons).
This is true at any and all flight training institutions
everywhere, whether they are Part 141 "VA-Approved"
or Part 61 operators.
Therefore, where you choose to get your private
pilot certificate, should be based on which program
suits your individual needs. (consider - travel
time to the location, ease of scheduling of flight
lessons, overall cost, etc.)
| Are there any exceptions? |
It is my understanding, that if you are a full-time
college student, then the you are eligilbe to receive
money every month, that can be used for college
tuition, or flight training, or some combination
(once again, verify with the Department of Veterans
Affairs).
| After you finish your Private
Pilot Training, a Part 141 program should be
able to help you use your G.I. Bill to HELP
cover the costs of flight training. |
It is my understanding that only 60% of any ratings
or certificates beyond the Private Pilot Certificate
are covered. (i.e. Instrument Rating, Commercial
Pilot, Flight Instructor, etc.), and the G.I. Bill
does not cover housing costs, books, medical exams,
or examiner fees.
| What is the difference
between part 61 & part 141? |
In my opinion, there is very little difference
at the private pilot level. When you finish for
flight training, you will be held to the exact same
standards in order to pass your exams and you will
have the exact same Private Pilot Certificate upon
completion.
What it comes down to is this... if your instructor
has done a great job, you will be a great pilot!
We at American Airman - Long Island Flying operate
under Part 61 rules, which gives us the most flexibilty
to meet our clients' individual needs, yet we do
use a structured flight training syllabus to keep
our clients focused and on track!
Here are some links to some objective websites where
you can learn about this:
http://www.airliners.net
http://www.flyingmag.com
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