Back to Your Roots

Get back to the fun of flying.

You love flying for a living. Why not share the joy of aviation with friends and family, and do some flying just for fun?

If you’ve been thinking about getting back into flying GA again, but it’s been a while since you’ve operated VFR or landed at a non-towered field, it’s time to get Back to Your Roots.

Back to Your Roots is a free three-hour seminar, developed to help corporate and airline pilots like you get back into flying for fun. Our presenters will demonstrate just how easy it is to make the transition back.

Pack up your camping gear and take the family to the lake for the weekend. Make that four-hour drive to the beach a distant memory. Take some friends for a weekend away. What are you waiting for? It’s time to start flying for fun again.

FAQs

I haven’t flown VFR in ages, how will this seminar help me?

Our interactive review of VFR procedures, including radio communications and regulations, will help you assess your skill level and determine what you need to review or maybe work on with a CFI.

What about Flight Planning? It’s been a while.

We'll go over all the major steps to flight planning and preparations, from getting in touch with Flight Service, to checking NOTAMs and TFRs, and using a VFR flight plan.

I can't remember the last time I looked at a sectional chart or had to deal with airspace under VFR. Will you review that?

Yes. You will get a refresher on sectional chart symbology and VFR operations in all types of airspace.

How do I transition from a high speed aircraft to a GA aircraft?

There are some important differences. Mainly it's about adjusting for the performance of a GA aircraft. The cool thing is you'll be flying slow and low enough to look around! We'll give you a refresher on it all.

And IFR vs. VFR?

We’ve got that covered! We'll review non-towered airport operations and the differences in talking to ATC when flying VFR.

Can I fly GA after this course?

Completing the course puts you well on your way to flying as a GA pilot, but there are a few other things you might need to do to make the transition safe and smooth. We'll address them and point you in the right direction to get you started.

DATES AND LOCATIONS

We’re sorry, there are no Back To Your Roots seminars scheduled at this time. If you are interested in brushing up on your VFR flying skills, we suggest attending one of our popular Rusty Pilots seminars. The information presented is very similar and relevant to returning to GA.”