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The four fundamentals of flight with Spencer Suderman (episode 1)

May 2, 2023/in Video Tips/by Bret Koebbe

Why learn to fly?

May 1, 2023/in Getting Started/by John Zimmerman

Congratulations on taking the first step on the path to learning to fly! Here are some common questions and answers regarding this process to help you get started in the right direction.

The four fundamentals of flight with Spencer Suderman (episode 1)

May 2, 2023/in Video Tips/by Bret Koebbe

Why learn to fly?

May 1, 2023/in Getting Started/by John Zimmerman

Congratulations on taking the first step on the path to learning to fly! Here are some common questions and answers regarding this process to help you get started in the right direction.

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The four fundamentals of flight with Spencer Suderman (episode 1)

May 2, 2023/in Video Tips/by Bret Koebbe

What should you expect on your first flight lesson? Sporty’s has once again partnered with airshow pilot and flight instructor Spencer Suderman, this time for a new video series to answer questions like that. Each video addresses common flight training questions, including the basics of airplane control and how to make better landings. Suderman shares practical tips throughout, including during an actual lesson with a flight student.

In this episode, the first in the series, Suderman shows what to expect on a first flight lesson, from taxiing the airplane to talking with Air Traffic Control to takeoff. He also demonstrates the four fundamentals of flight – straight and level, climbs, descents, and turns – ad shows why a stall is nothing to be afraid of. You’ll hear actual communications throughout the flight and learn valuable tips from an experienced flight instructor, so you’ll be prepared for that first flight lesson.

Why learn to fly?

May 1, 2023/in Getting Started/by John Zimmerman

Welcome to Sporty’s Learn to Fly Month and congratulations on taking the first step on the path to learning to fly!

Spending some time to research your options will help you to become knowledgeable about the process and ensure that you receive the best flight training possible. In this series, we’ll cover some common questions and answers regarding this process to help you get started in the right direction.

Why Learn to Fly?

Learning to fly will unlock a world of possibilities and give you unparalleled freedom to see the world. It is a truly unique experience—one of the last great adventures in our modern life. It is challenging, rewarding and flat out fun!

Some people start flying to make a career out of it, eventually working as a professional pilot. There are numerous jobs in aviation besides just airline pilot. Career opportunities include business aviation pilot, flight instructing, cargo airlines, military flying, law enforcement and many more. Read more about becoming a professional pilot.

Flying is a convenient and cost-effective method of travel and a lot of fun!

For others, flying is a convenient and cost-effective method of personal or business travel. You can set your own schedule, use airports that airlines don’t serve and leave the hassles of security lines behind. For business use, airplanes allow you to do more in one day than you could do in a week traveling by airline. Flexibility, privacy, security and freedom are all great reasons to use a personal airplane for travel.

In the end, though, many pilots fly for pure enjoyment, taking local flights on nice days to soar above familiar locations and new and interesting places. You can take a friend and fly for lunch at another airport, tour local landmarks or attend fly-ins to meet other pilots and get involved in the aviation community. No matter where you’re headed, being up in the air is the greatest thrill of all.

Whether you want to fly for a living or just for fun, general aviation offers a safe, rewarding and efficient way to travel.

Read our entire Getting Started series for more answers and be sure to browse our helpful Learn to Fly checklist.

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The four fundamentals of flight with Spencer Suderman (episode 1)

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