Flight Training
Flight Training
Quality & Professional Training
We would like to thank you for your ongoing interest in our flight training program. Regardless as to whether you are a current student, or just beginning your journey into aviation, Wings Flight Training offers all of the resources needed to be successful in your training.
Below you fill find access to our Chronos portal (for current students), as well as information regarding the licenses and certificates supported by Wings Flight Training and location information for our multiple school locations.
Quality & Professional Training
We would like to thank you for your ongoing interest in our flight training program. Regardless as to whether you are a current student, or just beginning your journey into aviation, Wings Flight Training offers all of the resources needed to be successful in your training.
Below you fill find access to our Chronos portal (for current students), as well as information regarding the licenses and certificates supported by Wings Flight Training and location information for our multiple school locations.
Licenses & Certificates
Licenses & Certificates
Recreational Pilot License
The Recreational Pilot’s License allows you to fly during the day within 50 nautical miles of your airport. It also allows you to carry one passenger and go further from home with certain restrictions. Although less training is required and you can get up to the sky faster, many pilots choose to skip this certification and work directly toward their Private Pilot’s License. But, for enjoying the freedom of flight in your local area, this is a very cost effective option.
- Be at least 17 years old
- Be able to read, speak and write English
- Have a 3rd Class Medical Certificate
- Complete 40 hours of airplane time, including:
- 15 hours of flight instruction with a CFI
- 3 hours of solo flight time
- Pass two tests:
- Private Pilot FAA Written Test
- Private Pilot FAA Checkride
*Some AME’s still prefer paper forms.
Private Pilot License
The Private Pilot’s license allows you to fly planes of varying sizes wherever you like, day or night, as well as allowing you to take family and friends with you. This particular license will enable you to rent single-engine airplanes wherever they are available, join a flying club, or even purchase and fly your own personal plane. With all of it’s advantages, the Private Pilot’s License will open up a world of new flying opportunities for both business and pleasure.
- Be at least 17 years old
- Be able to read, speak and write English
- Have a 3rd Class Medical Certificate
- Complete 40 hours of airplane time, including:
- 20 hours of flight instruction with a CFI
- 10 hours of solo flight time
- Pass two tests:
- Private Pilot FAA Written Test
- Private Pilot FAA Checkride
*Some AME’s still prefer paper forms.
Instrument Rating
Having an Instrument Rating gives you more versatility and freedom as a pilot since it will equip you with the ability to fly in a wider range of weather conditions. It also provides you with the opportunity to fly in and above the clouds, which is both thrilling and challenging! Your skill level will increase dramatically, your flights will be safer, and you will be able to fly with less unwanted hassle all across the county. This is the logical and rewarding next step for anyone who has their Private Pilot’s License.
- Private Pilot’s License
- Have a 3rd Class Medical Certificate
- 50 hours of cross-country flying
- 40 hours of instrument flight
- 15 hours of instrument instruction with a CFI
- Pass two tests:
- Private Pilot FAA Written Test
- Private Pilot FAA Checkride
*Some AME’s still prefer paper forms.
Commercial Pilot License
The Commercial Pilot’s License is perfect for anyone wishing to turn their passion for flying into a career. This license will allow you to be compensated for your piloting skills and provides you with training in order to develop a better understanding of aircraft systems, as well as a high standard of airmanship. Although you can obtain a Commercial Pilot’s License without an Instrument Rating, you are restricted to daytime flight within 50 nautical miles.
- Be at least 18 years old
- Private Pilot’s License
- Have a 2nd Class Medical Certificate
- 250 hours of total flight time
- 20 hours of instruction with a CFI
- Pass two tests:
- Commercial Pilot FAA Written Test
- Commercial Pilot FAA Checkride
*Some AME’s still prefer paper forms.
CFI/CFII
- Be at least 18 years old
- Commercial Pilot’s License
- Instrument Rating (for CFII Certificate)
- Logbook Endorsement (for CFII Certificate)
- Be able to read, speak and write in English
- Have a 2nd Class Medical Certificate
- Pass two tests:
- FAA Knowledge Test
- FAA Practical Flight Test and Oral Examination
*Some AME’s still prefer paper forms.
Biennial Flight Review
The Biennial Flight Review (BFR) is a required refresher checkout for all pilots every two years. It can be accomplished by spending at least 1 hour on the ground and 1 hour in the air with a qualified CFRI, who will then declare that you are safe and competent to take to the skies for another 24 months. This is usually a relaxes and enjoyable opportunity to show your stuff, as well as to be stretched a bit and possibly run through some advanced maneuvers that you may not have practiced for a while. Acquiring another rating also counts as a BFR and is a great way to improve your flying and become a crack pilot over time!
- Completed every two years*
- Complete 2 hours of instruction, including:
- 1 hour of ground instruction
- 1 hour of airplane time
*Acquiring a new rating also constitutes as a BFR.
Instrument Proficiency Check
An Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) is required for instrument pilots who have not flown the required number of approaches or have done any VOR tracking in the preceding 12 months. It is an opportunity to knock the rust off your instrument skills and can be simulated or flown in real instrument conditions. Like a BFR, it is usually a relaxed and highly enjoyable exercise, and one in which the pilot gets to hone his instrument and radio skills in ‘live’ conditions if desired. Wings of Refuge Flight School is ideally located near a towered airport so that IPC’s can be simulated or done in contact with ATC. The choice is yours!
- For instrument rated pilots
- Required for those pilots who:
- Have not flown required number of approaches OR
- Done any VOR tracking in the preceding 12 months
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TRAINING TRACS
RecTrac
The Wings RecTrac is designed for those who want to fly for fun. It is a mildly accelerated, customizable, efficient course that will take a student from zero time (no flight experience at all) to an instrument rating (which allows pilots to fly in the clouds). This program, from zero to instrument rating, can be completed in as few as 12 months!
Below is an outline of the timeline and costs for each phase of the Wings RecTrac.
Private Pilot
$14,574.00
6 Months
Hour Building
$6,600.00
3 Months
Instrument
$9,756.50
3 Months
TOTAL
$30,930.5
12 Months
Note: Private Pilot costs will vary more than other ratings as each student learns at their own unique pace. Be sure to view the Private Pilot information sheet for more details!
ProTrac
The Wings ProTrac is designed for those who want to fly for a living. It is an accelerated, customizable, intense and efficient course that will take the student from zero time (no flight experience at all) to either a commercial certificate (allowing pilots to be paid for their services), Certified Flight Instructor or CFI, or Certified Flight Instructor Instrument or CFII. This program, from zero hours to instrument instructor, can be completed in as few as 10 months.
Below is an outline of the timeline and costs for each phase of the Wings ProTrac.
Private Pilot
$14,574.00
3 Months
Instrument
$9,756.50
2 Months
Hour Building
$13,200.00
1 Month
Commercial
$7,767.50
1 Month
CFI
$8,581.00
2 Months
CFII
$3,872.50
1 Month
TOTAL
$57,751.50
10 Months
FIND US AT ONE OF OUR MULTIPLE
Training Locations
FIND US AT ONE OF OUR MULTIPLE
Training Locations
Stuart Powell Field (KDVK)
Operations/Communication Elevation: 1022 ft Control Tower: None CTAF/UNICOM: 122.8 AWOS: 128.325 Runway Information – Runway 12/30 Dimensions: 5000 x 75 ft Surface: Asphalt Runway Heading(s): 125 Magnetic, 122 True; 305 Magnetic, 302 True Obstructions: 42 ft trees Runway Information – Runway 1/19 Dimensions: 1971 x 75 ft Surface: Asphalt Runway Heading(s): 011 Magnetic, 008 True; 191 Magnetic, 188 True Obstructions: Hangar buildings
Blue Grass Airport (KLEX)
Operations/Communication Elevation: 979.3 ft Control Tower: Yes UNICOM: 122.95 ATIS: 126.3 GROUND: 121.9 TOWER: 119.1, 257.8 AWOS: 119.975 Runway Information – Runway 4/22 Dimensions: 7004 x 150 ft Surface: Asphalt Runway Heading(s): 046 Magnetic, 042 True; 226 Magnetic, 222 True Obstructions: 36-54 ft trees Runway Information – Runway 9/27 Dimensions: 4000 x 75 ft Surface: Asphalt Runway Heading(s): 087 Magnetic, 083 True; 267 Magnetic, 263 True
Taylor Co. Airport (AAS)
Operations/Communication Elevation: 920.5 ft Control Tower: None CTAF/UNICOM: 122.7 WX AWOS-3: 121.125 (270-789-1985) WX AWOS-3P at 6I2: 119.725 (549-336-0340) Runway Information – Runway 5/23 Dimensions: 5003 x 75 ft Surface: Asphalt Runway Heading(s): 055 Magnetic, 050 True; 235 Magnetic, 230 True Obstructions: 61 ft trees; 111 ft trees
Central Kentucky Regional Airport {KRGA}
Operations/Communication Elevation: 1002.5 ft. / 305.6 m (surveyed) Variation: 05W (2010) From city: 8 miles SW of RICHMOND, KY CTAF/UNICOM: 122.725 WX AWOS-3: 119.625 (859-985-5969) LEXINGTON APPROACH: 120.15 LEXINGTON DEPARTURE: 120.15 WX AWOS-3P at 6I2: 119.725 (549-336-0340) Runway Information – Runway 18/36 Dimensions: 5001 x 100 ft. / 1524 x 30 m Surface: asphalt, in fair condition
Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport {K27K}
Operations/Communication Elevation: 947.7 ft. / 288.9 m (surveyed) Variation: 03W (1990) From city: 6 miles E of GEORGETOWN, KY CTAF/UNICOM: 123.0 WX AWOS-3: 119.975 (502-867-1564) LEXINGTON APPROACH: 120.15 ;040-220 120.75 ;221-039 LEXINGTON DEPARTURE: 120.15 ;040-220 120.75 ;221-039 CLEARANCE DELIVERY: 127.425 WX ASOS at LEX (14 nm SW): PHONE 859-281-5700 Runway Information – Runway 3/21 Dimensions: 5498 x 100 ft. / 1676 x 30 m Surface: asphalt, in good condition Surface: asphalt, in fair condition