FlightAdventures only flies meticulously maintained aircraft, equipped with the latest avionics, radios, and systems designed for your safety and comfort! Considering that most flight schools use aircraft that average over 20 years old, you'll appreciate this amazing opportunity.

A large part of general aviation flying is done in airplanes that pilots rent at their local airport. Rental fees are normally computed on the basis of specified dollar amount per hour. The fee normally covers everything, including fuel, oil and insurance on the airplane. Aircraft leasing is also a popular method of flying without buying, especially by business organizations. There are tax advantages to buying your own airplane and then leasing it to a flying club.

Yes, you’ll need to carry your cochlear implant identification card with you for security as you will set off the security detectors. See Travel Tips for more information. Provided there are no surgical complications, most patients can resume airline travel within a week or two of surgery. However, it may be best to discuss this topic further with your implant surgeon.

Building an airplane and flying one have little or no relationship to each other. Please remember this. You must ask yourself, "What do I REALLY want to do". Are you a builder or a flyer or both? Many people are drawn to the Mini-IMP because the sleek appearance appeals to their fantasy of being a fighter pilot. This is all well and good, but is not the best motivation to be able keep to the long-term task of building an airplane.

long as you are in good health, flying should not present a problem. Airlines today are well pressurized and relatively comfortable. However, as you near your delivery day, you should probably avoid flying. Before taking a trip, simply talk to your doctor.

Brownsville International airport will be closed to all traffic during air show. General Aviation aircraft wishing to attend Air Fiesta 2006 should plan to arrive prior to 12 noon on Saturday or Sunday and should plan to depart no earlier than 5 pm local time on either day. The FBOs on the field will provide parking and fuel.

Transient tie-downs are available at mid-field, east of the Chevron fuel island. Tie-down fee is a few dollars per night. If you prefer -- and if space is available -- I can look into hangaring your airplane elsewhere, subject to availability and price.

Although nothing is mind-boggling or mysterious about flying, there is much to learn - just as there is in learning to drive a car. As you learn to fly step by step, you'll find your training enjoyable and challenging. Although airplanes have been a part of our society for more than 85 years, most people have only a vague idea of the basic principles of flight. Flight may seem complicated, but in fact it's based on some simple laws of nature.

Initially, an airplane is easier to fly. A helicopter is less stable and will not fly if the pilot takes his or her hands off the controls. However, once you get the feel of it, it is like riding a bicycle - you do it without thinking.

Not at all. Helicopters and airplanes fly using different principles and controls. Although the general aviation knowledge you acquire while flying airplanes may prove useful in your helicopter training, some fixed-wing habits actually make learning to fly helicopters more difficult.

People of all ages and backgrounds can learn to fly safely and proficiently. You must be at least 16 years old to fly solo during your training and at least 17 years old to receive your Private pilot certificate and carry passengers.

The instruction at Fly Above All is unsurpassed by any other school in the United States. Currently we have 8 instructors and support staff that are available to teach our students on a daily basis. Our instructors have been members of the 2001 US Team, have held cross country distance records and they have the knowledge of educational theory, abound in enthusiasm, years of paragliding instruction and the experience of flying around the country and the world.

It is safe to fly after laser vision correction surgery but your eyes may be more dry than normal and require frequent use of artificial tears. Most people have mild irritation for a few hours after LASIK surgery. Some people compare it to wearing dirty contact lenses. Tylenol may help. Also, the eyedrops your surgeon will recommend will be helpful too. We suggest patients go home and relax with their eyes closed for a few hours after laser vision correction surgery.

Yes, almost anyone can learn to fly. However, to earn a Private Pilot License (PPL), you must: 1) Receive an FAA medical certificate (i.e., pass a physical exam). 2) Log at least 40 hours of instruction under the supervision of an FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). 3) Pass an FAA written examination. 4) Pass an FAA oral examination. 5) Pass an FAA practical examination (often referred to as a "check ride").