Sierra Sport Flyers

Aviators dedicated to providing aeronautical information and education for sport aviation safety.

Mission

To provide comprehensive aeronautical information and education for sport aviators.

Services

• Custom Sport Aircraft Kit Building and Maintenance: Kits built, restored, or maintained for your sport aircraft or ultralight with expert assistance.
• Flying Lessons and Ground School: Tailored programs for obtaining a Sport Pilot License or piloting an Ultralight Vehicle.
• Pilot Lounge: Enjoy seminars, meetings, and casual hangar flying with fellow aviators. Brainstorming last Saturday of every month. Fly In. Camp out. BBQ. Vote on projects.

Pilot and Aircraft

Light Sport Aviation (LSA) offers an accessible path for aviation enthusiasts to become pilots with fewer requirements and lower costs than traditional private pilot licenses.

Requirements

• Minimum Age: 17 years old for a sport pilot certificate.
• Medical Requirements: A valid U.S. driver’s license or an FAA third-class medical certificate.
• Training Hours: A minimum of 20 flight hours, including:
  • 15 hours of flight training with an instructor.
  • 5 hours of solo flight.
• Examinations: Pass a knowledge (written) test and complete a practical (flight) test with an FAA examiner.

Aircraft Requirements

• Maximum takeoff weight of 1,320 pounds (600 kg) for land planes, 1,430 pounds (650 kg) for seaplanes.
• Two seats maximum (pilot and one passenger).
• Maximum airspeed of 120 knots (138 mph).
• Fixed landing gear (retractable gear allowed for seaplanes).
• Single, non-turbine engine.

Flight School

Attending a flight school is the most effective way to obtain the necessary skills and knowledge for Light Sport Aviation.

Student Pilot Requirements

• Minimum Age: 16 years old to fly solo.
• Language Proficiency: Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English.
• Medical Requirement: A U.S. driver’s license or FAA third-class medical certificate.
• Flight Instructor: Students must fly under the supervision of an FAA-certified flight instructor.

Ground School

Ground school provides the theoretical foundation necessary for safe flying.

Curriculum

• Basic aerodynamics and aircraft controls
• Flight planning and navigation
• Weather theory and interpretation
• FAA regulations and airspace rules
• Emergency procedures

Testing

Completion of a knowledge test (written exam) is required before the practical flight test.

Study Options

Ground school can be completed through an in-person class, online course, or self-study with approved materials.

Sierra Sport Flyers

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