Hodge Flight Services LLC
500 Sally Ride Dr #518, Concord, CA 94520
Do you have what it takes to be a Pilot?
Fly a real airplane after just 4 sessions, learn about airport operations and air traffic control, how airplanes fly, and what it takes to become a professional pilot.
Our Introduction to Flight Course includes:
Session 1:
Airports & Air Traffic Control
Airport operations and movement
Air traffic control functions
Radio communications
Session 2:
What Makes Airplanes Fly
Aerodynamic forces essential to flight
Airplane structure
Flight controls and control surfaces
Session 3:
Flight Simulator Exercises
Using the flight controls
Airplane flight instruments introduction
Flight maneuvers
Session 4:
Airplane Demonstration Flight
In-flight use of flight controls & instruments
Hands-on flying & flight maneuvers
Radio communications
Airport approach & landing
Session 5:
Introduction to Aviation Careers
Aviation careers you might consider
How to become a professional pilot
Where to go for more information
Hodge Flight Services LLC
500 Sally Ride Dr #518,
Concord, CA 94520
Do you have what it takes to be a Pilot?
Fly a real airplane after just 4 sessions, learn about airport operations and air traffic control, how airplanes fly, and what it takes to become a professional pilot.
Our Introduction to Flight Course includes:
Session 1: Airports & Air Traffic Control
Airport operations and movement
Air traffic control functions
Radio communications
Session 2: What Makes Airplanes Fly
Aerodynamic forces essential to flight
Airplane structure
Flight controls and control surfaces
Session 3: Flight Simulator Exercises
Using the flight controls
Airplane flight instruments introduction
Flight maneuvers
Session 4: Airplane Demonstration Flight
In-flight use of flight controls & instruments
Hands-on flying & flight maneuvers
Radio communications
Airport approach & landing
Session 5: Introduction to Aviation Careers
Aviation careers you might consider
How to become a professional pilot
Where to go for more information
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are these courses for?
SkyReady courses are designed for youth ages 13-18 who are interested in aviation and want to explore what it takes to become a pilot. No prior experience is required.
Will I actually get to fly a plane?
Yes! During your demonstration flight you will take the controls and fly a Cessna 172 aircraft under the guidance of an FAA-certified flight instructor.
What will I learn?
Over the course of the 1-on-1 sessions, you’ll learn how airports operate, the basics of aerodynamics, how to control a plane using a flight simulator, and finally, you’ll take to the skies for hands-on flight experience. In addition you will receive useful information about aviation careers, how to become a professional pilot and resources that can help along the way. As a bonus you will receive a pilot logbook with course and flight time entries to apply towards your private pilot training.
Where and when does the course take place?
The course takes place at the Concord Airport in Concord, CA, and is conducted by an FAA-certified flight instructor. Rather than a fixed schedule, the course is designed to be flexible, allowing you to coordinate with the instructor and choose a date that fits your availability, ensuring a convenient and personalized learning experience.
How do I enroll?
Click the “I’m Interested” button to subscribe access the course options to enroll. You can also contact DeWitt Hodge at Hodge Flight Services for course details. The contact email is: [email protected]