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Pinch-Hitter Course

This program is specifically designed for NON-PILOTS to feel capable of safely landing an airplane should an unforeseen emergency occur where the pilot is incapacitated.

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In order to be the most beneficial, this course will take place in the airplane you usually fly in.

What topics are covered?

  • Basic aircraft control​

    • fly safely to the nearest airport​

  • Radio communications to declare an emergency

  • Basic aircraft systems

    • Landing gear operation (if retractable gear)

    • Radios

    • Engine operation

    • Other essential systems

  • Safe Landings

    • Hard surface and off-airport (i.e. grass fields)​

    • Determining appropriate locations

Who should take the pinch-hitter course?

  • Anyone who regularly flies as a passenger and wants the added security of knowing that should a terrible situation arise, they are able to safely land the plane

How long is the course?

  • Entirely up to you.  There are no FAA minimums for the pinch-hitter course so we will cover as much, as often, as needed for you to feel comfortable and proficient.

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