Learn to Fly
If you're learning to fly or thinking about learning to fly, then let me help you make the experience more efficient and more enjoyable. To become a private pilot you'll need to pass a knowledge text (60 questions) and a flight test. Here are two books that will help you pass both tests as well as a FREE flight training and ground training syllabus.
1. Rod Machado's Private Pilot Handbook. This book (or eBook) prepares you for the basic knowledge (such as rules, procedures, aerodynamics, airspace, etc.) that you need to pass your sixty-question Private Pilot Knowledge Exam (also available in MP3 audiobook form). This is the only book you need to begin your preparation for the knowledge exam. If you don't have time to read, then all my books are available as audiobooks, too (scroll down). As an aid to your study, consider also purchasing my Private Pilot eWorkbook which acts as a programmed learning guide for the Handbook.
2. Rod Machado's How to Fly an Airplane Handbook. This book (or eBook) teaches you how to fly the typical single-engine airplane (also available in MP3 audiobook form). It's an essential book when you begin your flying lessons.
3. Rod Machado's Flight Training Syllabus (FREE) This syllabus is based on the principles of "stick and rudder" flying. These concepts are absolutely essential for your development as a pilot. Feel free to download the Ground School Syllabus, too. It's an excellent guide to help you organize your study plan. Just add this to your cart and complete the checkout.
Rod's Comment to Future Pilots
All of my products were designed with several things in mind. First, they're designed to make learning fun (read some of the comments below). No more dry texts for you to slog through. And if reading isn't your thing, several of my books come in audiobook form, too.
Second, these products are designed to make learning easier and more efficient. I tried to design each page of the book so that it has at least two graphics. Each graphic is accompanied by an explanation that is often different from the explanation found in the body text. This makes it easier to comprehend difficult concepts. And, I always try explaining "why" things are the way they are, instead of just "how" things are.
Third, these products are comprehensive. They cover the subjects you need to know to fly safely. Not only will they prepare you for the (written) FAA knowledge exams, they will also prepare you for your oral and practical flight exam, too.
Finally, some individuals prefer learning via audiobooks or interactive eLearning courses. My private pilots books are also available in audiobook form and many private pilot topics are covered in eLearning form, too (see below).
If you'd like to learn more about what it takes to earn your private pilot certificate, then click on the Become a Pilot menu above and read the information listed under each tab.
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Handbook (Book or eBook)
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Handbook (Book or eBook)
$ 49.95Rod Machado’s Private Pilot Handbook – Third Edition, 656 full-color pages, soft cover. Updated to 2021. All Products Meet New Test Standards! Click video icon to left to learn how to access your...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Audiobook (MP3 Files)
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Audiobook (MP3 Files)
$ 74.95$ 124.90Rod Machado's Private Pilot Audiobook (MP3 Files) - 30.5 Hrs. Narration. Third Edition Audiobook Matches HandbookAll Products Meet New Test Standards! (Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021)Click video icon to left to learn how...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot eWorkbook (eBook PDF)
$ 19.95
Rod Machado's Private Pilot eWorkbook (eBook PDF)
$ 19.95Rod Machado’s Private Pilot Workbook – 264 color pages, eBook ONLY!*Meets New Test Standards! - Updated to 2021*All eBooks are viewable on any device that reads PDFs.*Your eBooks are yours forever. Keep...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's How to Fly an Airplane Handbook (Book or eBook)
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Rod Machado's How to Fly an Airplane Handbook (Book or eBook)
$ 44.95*Rod Machado’s How to Fly an Airplane Handbook - 510 full-color pages. *All Products Meet New Test Standards! Updated to 2021.*All eBooks are viewable on any device that reads PDFs.*Your eBooks are...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's - How to Fly an Airplane Audiobook (MP3 Files)
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Rod Machado's - How to Fly an Airplane Audiobook (MP3 Files)
$ 59.95$ 69.9518.5 Hours of Narration by Rod Machado in MP3 File Format. Download or access files through your account window. All Products Meet New Test Standards!, Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. Click video...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's Complete "Digital" Private Pilot Collection
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Rod Machado's Complete "Digital" Private Pilot Collection
$ 199.95$ 338.70Enjoy Rod Machado's private pilot products as a digital (download only) collection for 40% off! This collection gives you all the study material (and more) needed to begin your adventure at learning...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's 40-hour Private Pilot eLearning Ground School
$ 279.00
Rod Machado's 40-hour Private Pilot eLearning Ground School
$ 279.00THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is always current and updated frequently. Graduation certificate and...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Starter Kit
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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Starter Kit
$ 99.00$ 134.95SOFT COVER (physical) BOOKS. Updated to 2021. ALL PRODUCTS MEET NEW ACS TEST STANDARDS!These products are the most current and updated products on the market! Enjoy Rod Machado's two most popular private...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's FREE Flight Training Syllabus
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Rod Machado's FREE Flight Training Syllabus
$ 0.00Private Pilot Flight Training Syllabus for Instructors and Students Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021 I'd like to offer you my FREE Private Pilot Flight Training Syllabus. It is completely FREE (so is the...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's FREE Ground School Training Syllabus
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Rod Machado's FREE Ground School Training Syllabus
$ 0.00Private Pilot Ground School Syllabus for Instructors and Students Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021 I'd like to offer you my FREE Private Pilot Ground School Syllabus. It is completely FREE (so is the Flight Training...» View full product details -
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Rod Machado's Plane Talk (Book or eBook)
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Rod Machado's Plane Talk (Book or eBook)
$ 24.95*Rod Machado’s Plane Talk (The Mental Art of Flying an Airplane) – First Edition, 455 pages *All eBooks are viewable on any device that reads PDFs.*Your eBooks are yours forever. Keep the...» View full product details -
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Understanding Weather - Interactive eLearning Course
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Understanding Weather - Interactive eLearning Course
$ 79.00$ 99.00NEW! Understanding Weather, An Interactive eLearning Program - (5.5 Hrs.)THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is always...» View full product details -
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Understanding Airspace - Interactive eLearning Course
$ 29.95
Understanding Airspace - Interactive eLearning Course
$ 29.95Understanding Airspace for All Pilots- $29.95 (3 Hrs., 05 Min) THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is...» View full product details -
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The Art of the Instrument Scan-Interactive eLearning Course
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The Art of the Instrument Scan-Interactive eLearning Course
$ 29.95The Art of the Instrument Scan - Reg: $49.95, Course Special $29.95 (2.3 Hrs.) THIS IS AN ONLINE eLEARNING COURSEAll products meet new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have...» View full product details -
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Federal Aviation Regulations for Pilots - Interactive eLearning Course
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Federal Aviation Regulations for Pilots - Interactive eLearning Course
$ 29.95NEW! Federal Aviation Regulations for Pilots - $29.95 (4.0 Hrs.)THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is...» View full product details -
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Basic Cross Country Flight Planning for Beginners - eLearning Course
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Basic Cross Country Flight Planning for Beginners - eLearning Course
$ 24.95$ 29.95Basic Cross Country Navigation for Beginners - $29.95 (2.6 Hrs.) THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is always current...» View full product details -
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Basic Aerodynamics - Interactive eLearning Course
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Basic Aerodynamics - Interactive eLearning Course
$ 24.95$ 29.95Basic Aerodynamics - The Wing is the Thing - $29.95 (3 Hrs.) THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this...» View full product details -
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The Art of Takeoffs and Landings eCourse
$ 79.00
The Art of Takeoffs and Landings eCourse
$ 79.00NEW! The Art of Takeoffs and Landing - $79.00 (7+ Hrs.)THIS IS AN ONLINE COURSE that meets all new ACS standards. Copyright 2020/Updated to 2021. You have lifetime access and this course is always...» View full product details
