Learn how to fly at Parkland College Institute of Aviation at the University of Illinois! Here’s what you need to know in order to become a PRIVATE PILOT!
Becoming a private pilot is a two semester process. The first step is to register for AVI 101 at Parkland College. In the sequential semester, you will need to register for AVI 120. Both courses have a flight fee. Please check the timetable for current rates. https://interactivepdf.uniflip.com/2/20074/299361/pub/index.html (see page 30)
In these courses, you will meet for about two hours a week in a classroom where you will learn about aircraft systems, rules and regulations, and basics about flying. Outside of the classroom, you will be meeting at Willard Airport for three two-hour flight periods a week where you will get hands-on experience flying an aircraft while learning flight maneuvers, takeoffs, landings, and how to fly cross countries.
You must hold a current student pilot certificate and medical certificate in order to register for a flight course. This will require you to see a certified aviation medical examiner. There are several in the Champaign area, but there are also some in the surrounding area, so be sure to check them out, too. Here is a link to help you find an AME in the area. http://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator/
If you are an international student, you must receive TSA approval to start flight training. The process takes about three weeks. You will receive an email when you register with instructions for TSA approval.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTERING (UIUC STUDENTS)
Step 1: You will need to follow the Concurrent Enrollment Process. There are separate forms of domestic and international students. The form lists all of the steps you need to take to apply to Parkland College.
Step 2: You will also need to complete the Aviation Request for Admissions form. You can find that online at http://www.parkland.edu/academics/aviation.aspx. Both forms will need to be submitted to Admissions at Parkland.
Step 1: You will need to follow the Concurrent Enrollment Process. There are separate forms of domestic and international students. The form lists all of the steps you need to take to apply to Parkland College.
Step 2: You will also need to complete the Aviation Request for Admissions form. You can find that online at http://www.parkland.edu/academics/aviation.aspx. Both forms will need to be submitted to Admissions at Parkland.
Step 3: After you have completed the Concurrent Enrollment Process and have your medical exam complete, you will need to meet/contact Myriah Fillenwarth. Myriah is the academic advisor at Parkland for the Aviation program. She can be reached at 217-351-2478 or mfillenwarth@parkland.edu. Myriah will register you for the appropriate course and sign you up for your flight time.
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