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Ground School

Live, one-on-one ground instruction for your Private Pilot and Instrument Rating, wherever you are.

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How It Works

Three simple steps.

  1. Reach out

    Tell us your goals through our contact form and we’ll match you with an instructor.

  2. Meet live

    Schedule one-on-one sessions on Zoom, Google Meet, or Webex at times that work for you.

  3. Get endorsed

    Study with materials delivered online. When you’re ready, your instructor endorses you for the FAA knowledge test.

What's Included

Real instruction, not just videos.

One-on-one instruction

Every session is live with your own instructor, paced to how you learn.

Your choice of platform

Meet on Zoom, Google Meet, or Webex, whichever you already use.

Materials delivered online

Study materials are shared digitally, so you can review between sessions.

Flexible scheduling

Book sessions around work, school, and life, not a fixed class calendar.

Knowledge test endorsement

Your instructor signs you off for the FAA knowledge test when you’re prepared.

Learn from anywhere

Open to students across the US, whether or not you fly with us.

Courses

Choose your ground school.

Private Pilot Ground School

Build the knowledge base for your first pilot certificate.

  • Aerodynamics and principles of flight
  • Aircraft systems and instruments
  • Weather theory and services
  • Airspace and regulations
  • Navigation and flight planning
  • Performance and weight & balance
  • Aeromedical factors and decision-making

Prepares you for the FAA Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) knowledge test.

Private Pilot flight training →

Instrument Rating Ground School

Learn to plan and fly safely in the IFR system.

  • Flight instruments and attitude instrument flying
  • IFR regulations
  • The ATC system and clearances
  • Enroute and approach charts
  • Instrument approach procedures
  • IFR weather and flight planning

Prepares you for the FAA Instrument Rating Airplane (IRA) knowledge test.

Instrument Rating flight training →

FAQ

Common questions

Do I have to fly with CFI United?

No. Online ground school is open to students anywhere in the US, including those who fly with another school or instructor.

What do I need to join sessions?

A computer or tablet with a camera, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection. We meet on Zoom, Google Meet, or Webex.

Is the knowledge test endorsement included?

Yes. The FAA requires an instructor endorsement to take the knowledge test. Once your instructor determines you’re prepared, they provide it.

Can I continue to flight training afterwards?

Yes. Students near Fort Lauderdale can continue with flight training in our Cirrus SR20 at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE).

Start your first steps online.

Tell us where you are in your training and we'll set up your first session.

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