Private Pilot Ground School

Pass your private pilot written exam the first time with our weekend private pilot ground school.

Taking your Private Pilot FAA exams can be stressful and even intimidating.

We’ve been there! That’s why we offer incredibly thorough preparatory private pilot ground school. In one weekend we equip you with the knowledge and confidence to take, and pass, your private pilot test.

In Person Ground Schools Update

At this time we have discontinued our in person ground schools. If you’re ready for ground school here are the online ground schools we recommend.

Private Pilot Ground School

Price

Starting at $395

What’s included in the Weekend Private Pilot Ground School:

Runs Friday-Sunday, starting at 12pm Friday and 8am Saturday & Sunday.
20 hrs. of classroom test preparation.
Sport/Private Pilot written test endorsement (endorsement only given after successful completion of 2 practice tests with a score of 80% or above).
Lunch is provided on the second day.
Jeppeson Private Pilot Airman Knowledge Test Guide. This book is included with Private Pilot Ground School enrollment and can be picked up at Thrust Flight.

What Else Do I Need:

E6b flight computer
Dallas/Forth Worth Sectional (electronic version on a tablet or computer is acceptable)
Paper and pen

Frequently Asked Questions about Ground School

Is ground school required for a private pilot license?

Yes, ground training is essential for all ratings. But there are many delivery methods available. We offer live, in-person classes or live online classes. There are also recorded programs available to purchase. Ground school is the best way to prepare for your FAA written test.

How long does the private pilot ground school take?

Our private pilot weekend ground school runs for three days. The class is from 12 pm to 5 pm on Friday. Both classes run all day Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm with breaks for lunch.

Will a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) teach ground school?

Yes, a CFI/CFII will teach ground school. We utilize our or most experienced CFI’s to teach ground schools each month.

How hard is ground school?

The purpose of our weekend ground school is to prepare you for the FAA written exam, so it’s supposed to be hard. We’re here to make sure you are fully prepared. If we made it easy you’d probably fail the FAA written exam.

There is a lot of information to cover, so reading the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook (for Private/Sport pilots) before the class will make it much easier to digest and comprehend the information.

What does private pilot ground school consist of?

The weekend private pilot ground school consists of three days of classroom time where an instructor teaches the knowledge in lecture format. And then reinforces understanding by completing actual practice questions from the FAA knowledge test bank.

What are good ground school books for private pilots?

We have found the Jeppesen Airman Knowledge Test Prep book to be the best in content, presentation and format. When supplemented with the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook, Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge and FAR/AIM, you will have all of the information necessary to ace the FAA knowledge test.

How do I study for ground school?

Before coming to ground school, make sure you have all of the necessary supplies. (If you attend our weekend ground school, the books are all included). We recommend attending ground school after you’ve had a few flight lessons so that you’ve already been exposed to the topics that will be covered.

It is also highly recommended that you read the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook in order to build a foundation of knowledge the ground school can build upon.

While in class take notes and be sure to keep a list of topics you have a harder time with so that you can study them further on your own or with a flight instructor.

How much does ground school cost?

At Thrust Flight, private pilot and instrument pilot weekend ground schools cost $395 each.

What is the refund policy for ground school?

You may reschedule a classroom or online training course at no charge if requested more than 10 days before the class start date. Cancellations within 10 days of a class incur a rescheduling fee of $100. You are allowed up to 2 reschedules of a class reservation and all must be within 6 months of the originally scheduled class date. If the published course fee for the rescheduled course is different than the original fee, you are responsible for any increase or will be refunded any decrease. If the third date does not work for you, the reservation will be canceled, and your deposit will be refunded in accordance with the Cancellation Policy. View the full refund policy and the cancellation policy here.