Rusty Pilot Training
Knock off the rust and return to the cockpit with confidence, competence, and a safety-focused mindset.
Ready to Fly Again?
Returning to flying after time away can feel daunting. I understand that firsthand—I have been a rusty pilot myself. Whether it has been a few years or much longer since you last flew regularly, you do not have to figure out the return on your own.
Rusty Pilot Training at Full Throttle Aero is personalized around your experience, how long you have been away from flying, the aircraft you plan to operate, and the areas where you want to rebuild confidence.
We will focus on refreshing the knowledge and flight skills that matter most so you can return to the cockpit as a competent, confident, and safety-minded pilot—not simply complete a flight review and walk away.
Training Can Include
- Current Federal Aviation Regulations
- Airspace, weather, and operational updates
- Basic navigation and cross-country planning
- Aircraft performance and limitations
- Weight and balance and preflight planning
- Slow flight
- Power-off and power-on stalls
- Takeoffs and landings
- Emergency procedures
- Radio communications and airport operations
- Risk management and aeronautical decision-making
No One-Size-Fits-All Refresher
Your return-to-flying plan should reflect the pilot you are today. We begin by identifying what needs refreshing and build from there.
1 · Rebuild Knowledge
Review regulations, airspace, weather, planning, aircraft systems, and changes that may have occurred while you were away.
2 · Restore Proficiency
Reestablish aircraft control, takeoff and landing proficiency, maneuvering skills, and emergency-procedure confidence at a pace appropriate for you.
3 · Return With Confidence
Use scenario-based flying and practical decision-making to prepare for the kind of flying you actually intend to do.
Need a Flight Review too?
If you also need a flight review under 14 CFR § 61.56, your refresher training can be structured around those requirements while still focusing on proficiency rather than merely meeting the minimum.
Explore Flight Reviews & IPCs →Ready to get back in the cockpit?
Tell me how long you've been away and what kind of flying you'd like to return to.
START YOUR RETURN TO FLYING