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Take an introductory flight at one of the many flight schools at Republic. Sounds like a great x-mas or birthday present for yourself. It sounds like college is in your near future, look at Farmingdale state, they have a flight training program out of republic. I would take you up myself, but...

I just took a look, 30 hrs over 6 months. Very busy class D airport. I knew I had 12K put aside in the bank and didn't ponder the bills, it took the fun out of it. Just make steady progress and enjoy it!.

Passed my Private Pilot Check-ride 4 weeks ago. It took a little over 3 years and 108 hours. I'm 57 years old. Fly out of Farmingdale NY, FRG. Started out with 3rd class medical, but switched to Basic Med when 3rd class expired. Did it for S**ts and giggles (love aviation)

Makes sense. ..I'll look into it..thanks,Chris

OMB?

I understand how BasicMed is not a 3rd class medical. There are different restrictions on both. Restrictions on BasicMed are rather reasonable..it's a good deal for an older guy like me..seeing a doc every 4 years instead of two...etc. From what I read this thing is still on track to be released...

Yes..mine is combined. So now the question is does my student pilot license expire along with my medical?

Outstanding!! Thanks...I have 2 weeks off at the end of May, hopefully I can get it wrapped up by then.

Question.....I have a 3rd class medical and a student pilot license. Due to weather, I was not able to finish my training. My medical is about to expire. Will I be eligible for the new BasicMed to receive a 3rd class medical and finish my training? It seems I qualify, but the wording always...

Re: First solo today... and possibly setting a Guiness World Record for most hours pr Thanks for the tips. I'm already on board with most of what you say. Its not unusual to find me pulled over on New Highway after buying a hotdog from the truck, watching the planes on RWY 32. I will have ATC...

Re: First solo today... and possibly setting a Guiness World Record for most hours pr Congratulations on your solo. I have about 12 hours on a 172 at Farmingdale. I'm working on my landings and not getting much practice due to the windy days and heavy traffic. ATC is a challenge for me, it...