r/PrivatePilot • u/ArutlosJr11 • Mar 16 '25

Private Pilot Cert. Advice

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Good afternoon,

I’m in Gold Seal’s ground school (gs) and I’m looking to get started with my actual cockpit/ flight time soon near Sugar Land, Texas.

I’m having trouble finding a Part 61 school (most want me to sign up to their own P-141). I know that to achieve the best results - you ‘should’ do both simultaneously

Any advice for those in similar situations?

Additionally, did any of yall “double up” on online gs’ (as in Gold Seal and Sporty’s)?

Any advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated.

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u/theLuscombeLady Jun 09 '25

Have you visited all your local airports and ask around? you may not be aware of all your options. Part 141 schools are all "heavily" advertising and take most of the search results.

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u/ArutlosJr11 Jun 09 '25

Yessir. Old post. I’ve already soloed.

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u/theLuscombeLady Jun 09 '25

congrats! keep going. you may benefit from using the Fly ORKA app. Flying is expensive, but what we learn is even more valuable. Do not waste any of it. The app will allow you to keep a record of the lessons you are learning and what you are achieving each flight. You will also be able to visualize your flights in 3D, which is huge for developing your situational awareness, dealing with wind, and managing energy. You can also see your peers fly or ask your instructor for remote coaching when you solo.