Video: your first flight lesson

For over 20 years, Sporty’s has produced the finest flight training videos. Our course is much more than just ground school – we put you in the cockpit to see what flying is all about, with dynamic in-flight video and incredible 3D animations. To purchase any Sporty’s video, click here.

Here, we offer our introductory series on taking the first step in your flight training. In part three, we give you a preview of what your first flight lesson will be like (hint: you’ll do the flying!).

Ready to take the next step? Watch our final video tip for some tips on choosing the right flight school.

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Bret Koebbe

As Sporty’s lead aviation course and video producer, Bret is usually flying an interesting airplane, and often with a camera rolling. He oversees the development, production and distribution of over 30 aviation courses from Sporty's, including the Private Pilot Learn to Fly Course. He is a flight instructor and check airman at the Sporty's Academy flight school and a senior captain on a Cessna Citation.

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