Milestone 1 — Student Pilot Certificate Issued
- Apply via Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application ("IACRA":https://iacra.faa.gov/IACRA/Default.aspx)
- Instructor endorsement
- TSA clearance (if applicable)
Milestone 2 — FAA Medical Completed
- 3rd Class Medical issued
- No restrictions affecting solo
Milestone 3 — Knowledge Test Passed
- FAA Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) test
- Score ≥ 70%
- Log endorsement retained
Milestone 4 — Pre-Solo Aeronautical Knowledge
- Instructor verifies proficiency in:
- Airspace
- Weather basics
- Aircraft systems
- Limitations
- Emergency procedures