Spin Endorsement
Receive spin training as required for initial CFI certification in an American Champion Citabria 7GCBC aircraft. This mandatory requirement by the FAA is a one-time flight and one-time logbook entry that qualifies you to take the CFIA practical test. Students will train to instructional proficiency.
Includes: Aircraft rental, a one-time (1.5 hour max.) flight with flight Instructor, and a one-time (2.0 hour max.) ground instruction (briefing), and a one-time logbook endorsement.
This course provides initial instruction based on a fixed amount of flight and ground hours for Spin Endorsement training. An additional flight and/or ground instruction may be required by the participating pilot to receive his or her Spin Endorsement for initial CFI certification. The amount of classes or hours needed is solely dependent on the pilot’s experience and ability at the time he or she take this course.
- Private Pilot Airplane Certificate (or better)
- You must be 18 years old to take this course.
Fee: $495.00
Private Pilot Ground School
This non-credit course covers basic knowledge and information to prepare you for the FAA private pilot airplane written exam. 45 hours ground instruction. Cost: $600
Flight computer E6-B, private pilot handbook, pilot handbook of aeronautical knowledge, and the Federal Aviation Regulations Aeronautical Information manual 2018
- You must be 16 years old to take this course.
- An FAA medical certificate is required to earn a pilot’s license.
Available Now on Demand
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Len Johnson, 218-733-1079
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Course Description: Includes requirements for the complex aircraft endorsement and the 10 hour minimum complex requirement for commercial pilot certificate. Number of flight hours is determined by the skill level of the student.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 5 hours ground instruction $885
- up to 10 hours in Cessna or 172RG or Cessna 182RG $1760
Total = $2,645
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Lake Superior College is an authorized PSI Services LLC. testing center for FAA written exams. Testing takes place at the Center for Advanced Aviation:
4960 Airport Rd Hanger #103
Duluth, MN 55811
Map to Center for Advanced Aviation
Testing is by appointment. To schedule your test, contact Joni Mathison, testing coordinator, or call 218-733-7784.
Course Description: This training is provided for licensed pilots who need to meet the requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 61.56 and includes one hour of ground instruction & up to one hour of flight instruction in a single engine aircraft.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground instruction, and flight instruction)
- Ground instruction: $118
- Flight instruction: $176
Total: $294
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Check in Airplane Course Description: Intended for pilots regularly flying instruments in need of regulatory compliance. Number of flight hours is determined by the skill level of the student.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 2 hours ground instruction $236
- up to 2 hours flight instruction in a simulator $184
Total = $420
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Flight Course Description: Intended for pilots who have taken a hiatus from flying and wish to re-gain skill level to instrument proficiency standards. Number of flight hours is determined by the skill level of the student.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 5 hours ground instruction $590
- Up to 5 hours flight instruction $880
Total = $1,470
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: Intended for pilots who have taken a hiatus from flying and wish to re-gain skill level to instrument proficiency standards. Number of flight hours is determined by the skill level of the student.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 5 hours ground instruction $590
- Up to 5 hours simulated flight instruction $460
Total = $1,050
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Course Description: Multi Engine Land Airplane Rating. Must hold (Private Pilot,Commercial Pilot or ATP Single Engine Land Rating prior to enrollment) Number of flight hours is determined by the skill level of the student.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 15 hours ground instruction $8855 hours instruction in the flight simulator
- $460 up to 10 hours flight instruction in an aircraft
$4,110 Total = $5,455
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: Knowledge and skills necessary to act as pilot in command up to but not including first solo flight. Curriculum is based on Lake Superior College 141 private pilot airplane single engine land training course outline. Students are required to submit FAA 3rd class medical certificate prior to flight instruction.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 3.4 hours simulator $513.40
- 15 hours ground instruction $885
- up to 15 hours flight instruction in a single engine aircraft $3,525
Total = $4,923.40
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: Local solo flight VFR (visual flight rules), night operations, and proficiency in private pilot maneuvers to Airman Certification Standards (ACS). Curriculum is based on Lake Superior College 141 private pilot airplane single engine land training course outline. Pre-requisite: successful completion of private pilot 1. Students are required to submit FAA 3rd class medical certificate prior to flight instruction.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 1.6 hours simulator $241.60
- 20 hours ground instruction for $1180.00
- 17.3 hours flight instruction in a Cirrus SR20 aircraft $4065.50
Total = $5487.10
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: Phase three of the Private Pilot Course includes Solo Cross Country flight, and review in perpetration for the Private Pilot Practical test. Curriculum is based on Lake Superior College 141 private pilot airplane single engine land training course outline. Pre-requisite: successful completion of private pilot 2 and completion of the FAA Private Pilot Written Exam. Students are required to submit FAA 3rd class medical certificate prior to flight instruction.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 15 hours ground instruction $885
- up to 13 hours flight in a single engine aircraft $3,055
Total = $3,940
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: Learn more about the world of aviation. This course covers the fundamentals of flight, basic flight skills, and may include a solo flight, if the participant is deemed proficient. Students are required to submit FAA 3rd class medical certificate prior to flight instruction.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground, simulator and flight instruction)
- 2 hours simulator $184 18 hours ground instruction $1,770
- Up to 10 hours flight instruction in a single engine aircraft $1,760
Total = $3,714
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
Course Description: To meet the training and proficiency requirements to receive a tail wheel endorsement. 6 hours ground instructions and up to 6 hours flight instruction in a Citabria aircraft. Pre-requisite is private pilot airplane license.
Cost Detail: (includes program administration, on-ground instruction, and flight instruction)
- Ground instruction: $708
- Flight instruction: $1056
Total: $1,764
For more information or to sign up:
Contact Dan Traska, 218-733-7737
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