At CAVU Flight School in Greenville, our training programs are built to take students from their very first flight through Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial and Certified Flight Instructor certifications with confidence and clarity.

Training is conducted one-on-one, giving every student direct access to experienced instructors, personalized guidance, and an environment focused on safety, professionalism, and real-world flying.

Click below to learn more of what each of our programs entail!

For most students, the journey begins with earning their Private Pilot Certificate — the first major milestone in becoming a pilot. While every student’s path is a little different, the process is more approachable than most people expect.

Below are the “Big Six” steps that take you from your first discovery flight to earning your Private Pilot License and taking to the skies with confidence.

Take a Discovery Flight

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Visit AME for FAA Medical

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Start Ground School & Flight Training

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Pass the FAA Written Exam

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Build Flight Experience & Master Maneuvers

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Pass Your Checkride & Become a Private Pilot

A Clear Path. Expert Instruction. Real Results.

Take a Discovery Flight

Get a feel for flying, meet an instructor, and experience what training at CAVU Flight School is really like before committing. Click here for more info: https://cavuflightschool.com/discovery-flight/

Visit an AME (Aviation Medical Examiner)

Complete your FAA medical exam to make sure you’re eligible to fly and begin training with confidence. You can search for a local Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) through the FAA website. https://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator?utm_source

Start Ground School & Flight Training

Learn the fundamentals of aviation, weather, navigation, regulations, and aircraft systems while beginning hands-on flight lessons with your instructor.

Pass the FAA Written Exam

Take the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test after completing the required ground instruction and study preparation.

Build Flight Experience & Master Maneuvers

Complete required flight hours, solo flights, cross-country training, night flying, and emergency procedures until you’re checkride-ready. This is done to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS)

Pass Your Checkride & Become a Private Pilot

Complete the FAA practical exam with a designated examiner, demonstrating both your aviation knowledge and flying skills to earn your Private Pilot Certificate.

Ready to take to the skies?

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