Frequently

Asked Questions

What Medical Certificate do I need to get?

Coast Academy and University Program students are required to have a 1st Class Medical Certificate to begin training. General Training students are able to train recreationally with a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Class Medical.
Coast recommends that all students aspiring to be a professional pilot obtain a 1st Class Medical as this is the industry standard and ensures employment eligibility.

Do I need to have any flight experience?

No experience is needed! Our programs will take you from zero flight time to whatever your aviation goal is!

What aircraft and simulator will I fly during my training?

Training will take place in multiple aircraft. We utilize Piper Archers, Cessna 172s, Cirrus SR20s, Piper Seminoles, and Red Bird Simulators.

Will I get credit on previous accomplished flight training?

Yes, If you are joining our General Training or Coast Academy and are in the middle of completing a rating, you will complete a log book audit and flight evaluation with a CFI when you start. Your training will then pick up where you left off! If you have completed your check-ride and acquired your rating, you will begin at the next available certificate or add on. If you are in the University program, you must start at the beginning of whatever course you are enrolling in and no previous experience transfers.

What is the difference between the Coast Academy and General Training?

The Coast Academy is a full time, immersive flight training experience that requires full availability to meet the expedited objective. General Training is a custom designed training program that allows for full scheduling flexibility. You get to choose your availability and timeline which allows it to fit around other responsibilities.

When can I begin training?

Our Cadet Academy has start dates the first Friday of every month and are offered first come, first serve. Our General Training program can have immediate start dates based on resource availability. Contact our Admissions Team for details and to get started on the enrollment packet!

What type of certificates will I get from the training?

Coast Flight offers all fixed wing licenses and ratings. You can obtain your Private Pilot's License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Single Engine License, Commercial Multi Engine Add-on, Certified Flight Instructor License, Certified Flight Instrument Instructor, and Multi Engine Instructor!

When do I start earning a salary?

After the completion of your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) flight training. You will then be eligible to become a flight instructor with Coast and or another school of your choice.

Can I use my GI Bill benefits for flight training?

All of our locations are VA approved but availability varies! The training must be an approved Part 141 course. The GI Bill covers an annual cap per year under vocational flight training. The only license they do not cover is your Private Pilot’s License. You can find more information in the financing section.

Are there financing options?

Yes, loan options are available to cover all training, testing, and living expenses. You can find more information in the financing section.

I am not a U.S. Citizen, am I still eligible?

Green Card and International students are welcome at Coast Flight! Green Card holder are eligible for all programs and must obtain TSA approval via FTSP. International students are eligible for our Part 141 International Program. Coast is SEVIS approved and can help you get your M-1 visa and I-20 for flight training. You can submit an International Student Application by visiting: https://iflycoast.com/international-students/application/

What does the Rotor Transition Program look like?

We are a proud Rotor Transition Veteran owned and operated flight school! All of our locations offer a unique and individual training path for each RTP pilot’s situation. RTP programs have evolved and no longer require an airline contract.