Introduction to Professional Aviation Training (IPAT)

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ATP Flight School helps you easily transition to learning to fly in the United States. Your flight training course begins with an Introduction to Professional Aviation Training (IPAT). This six-week course is required for all international students attending ATP on a Student Visa.

You Will Learn

  • Aviation Terminology
  • Basic Aerodynamics
  • Weight & Balance
  • Fundamentals of Flight
  • Airspace
  • VFR Navigation
  • Cross-Country Flight Planning
  • Aeromedical & Human Factors
  • Night Operations
  • Emergency Operations
  • Radio Communications
  • Airport Operations
  • Aviation Weather

Private Pilot Knowledge Test

Extensive Private Pilot ground training and flight simulator (FTD/ATD) training will prepare you for FAA Private Pilot knowledge test at the end of the course.

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