• There is no minimum age to start learning, but you must be at least 16 before you can fly solo and 17 to obtain a Private Pilot's Certificate.  There is no maximum age limit.
• You must have some photo ID (meet some relatively simple governmental requirements), and have a valid credit card.
• You must be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• You must be able to pass a simple medical exam.

Contrary to popular belief, pilots can wear glasses or contact lenses to correct vision. And other physical limitations don't automatically keep you from learning to fly either. There are many physcially challenged pilots who regularly enjoy the freedom of the sky.

To schedule an Introductory Flying Lesson call: (650)858-2200

Initial flying lessons typically take about 2 hours (about 1 hour for pre- and post-flight briefing, and about 1 hour of actual flying time). You will be asked to fill out a brief one page membership/aircraft rental agreement. Weather permitting you will obtain hands-on flying experience your very first lesson.

You can also complete the Pilot Training - Membership Application and mail it in. Include a photocopy of a driver's license (or other official picture identification). And we will contact you to help you start flying.

Mail the completed form to:

Membership Applications
Stanford Flying Club
P.O. Box 20488
Stanford, CA 94309