SkySchool
Of East Texas
Athens Municipal Airport
Athens, Texas
903.283.0388
RESOURCES
STUDENT DOCUMENT REPOSITORY:
Go here for the latest editions of our checklists, SOP manuals, Syllabus booklets, Maneuver Guides, Kneeboard Forms… anything you feel that you might need some extra digital copies of can be downloaded from the repository.
PILOT INSTITUTE GROUND SCHOOL:
For the time being, we are conducting our ground schooling through any third-party online source of your choice… however, we highly recommend Pilot Institute. Click the image to be directed straight to their part 61 Private Pilot ground school, and start your courses right away.
PRE-SOLO WRITTEN EXAM:
The time has come for you to take your pre-solo written exam! The test must be proctored by your instructor and is password protected. Simply click the image and you’ll be linked to the proctor log in. Once your instructor logs you in, take the test, and click ‘submit’ when finished. Good luck!
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES EXAM:
Students must complete the SOP exam and pass with a minimum passing score of 70%, reviewing any incorrect answers with their instructor prior to their first flight. The exam may be accessed here... good luck!
FAA MEDXPRESS LOGIN:
Time to get the medical certificate? No problem. Click the link, create an account, and fill out the application. Once the application is submitted you will need to print a copy of the application and retain the file number. Make an appointment with the Aviation Medical Examiner and that’s it! Your instructor can help you navigate the entire process.
FAA IACRA LOGIN:
The FAA's Intigrated Airman Certificate and Rating Application is the web based form you will use to apply for all Certificates and Ratings with the FAA. Your instructor will have to sign off on the application, so we suggest sitting with your instructor to go through the application to ensure accuracy and completeness.
SKYVECTOR:
A perfect place to strategize your flight planned route on your computer screen or iPad before you start putting pencil to paper and finalizing your plan of action! SkyVector offers world wide aeronautical charting, weather, pilot weather reports, radar overlays, and more!
AOPA
The Aircraft Owner’s and Pilots Association was formed in 1939 and is a political advocate for General Aviation in the United States. Though membership is not required, it is highly encouraged that you join the organization, take advantage of their many perks, and make sure your voice is heard in Washington, DC when it comes to aviation related legislation!