Multi-Engine Land Rating
Learning to safely operate and control a multi-engine aircraft is an important step towards building a career or increasing your skills as a pilot.
Multi-Engine Land Rating Requirements
CERTIFICATE
PRIVATE OR COMMERCIAL
17
YEARS OF AGE
What Will I Learn?
Ground Knowledge:
Multi-Engine Aerodynamics
Advanced Systems
Aircraft Performance
Instrument Procedures
Flight Experience:
Multi-Engine Aircraft Handling
Stall Prevention and Recovery
Performance Maneuvers
Emergency Procedures
TRAINING BREAKDOWN
GROUND & SIMULATOR TRAINING
Understanding the added complexities of multi-engine aircraft, and the increased workload during emergencies is an important part of training. Use of VFA’s simulators provides an excellent way to practice multi-engine flying, and emergency procedures practice before getting into the real airplane.
FLIGHT TRAINING
After learning basic operating principals in the simulator, the next step is to start flying VFA’s Piper Aztec. The Aztec provides an excellent training platform, combining excellent handling characteristics with powerful 250 horse power engines which provide excellent single engine performance. Flight training will cover the normal and emergency procedures necessary to make you a safe Multi-Engine Pilot.
Instructor Endorsement
Your instructor will give you multiple endorsements throughout your training, allowing you to take your Checkride with a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE).
ORAL & PRACTICAL TEST
After meeting all of the FAA Multi-Engine Land Rating requirements and your instructor has determined you have mastered the maneuvers, and demonstrated the applicable aeronautical knowledge, you will take the Oral Exam and Practical Test with a Designated Pilot Examiner. The Oral Exam and Practical Test will evaluate you on the safe and proper handling of a Multi-Engine aircraft. Upon successful completion, you will be issued your Multi-Engine Land Rating.
THE VFA DIFFERENCE
ADVANCED FLEET
With the largest and most advanced rental fleet in the state, VFA has the right aircraft for you. All of our aircraft are maintained to the highest standards by our in-house maintenance department.
PASSIONATE STAFF
VFA has a diverse group of passionate and knowledgeable instructors here to help you achieve your goals. No matter your learning style, we have the right instructor for you.
AVIATION COMMUNITY
When you join us at VFA, you join a passionate community dedicated to furthering aviation education in Vermont. Every lesson you take at VFA helps to contribute to providing flights to underprivileged children in Vermont.
FAQ
How old do I have to be to get my Multi-Engine Land Rating?
You need to be at least 17 years old, and hold a Current Private or Commercial Certificate.
What are the benefits of having a Multi-Engine Land Rating?
With a Multi-Engine Land Rating you are able to safely fly a multi-engine aircraft.
How long will it take to earn my Multi-Engine Land Rating?
Part 61 multi-engine instructor training is “train to proficiency”. The training is very individualized to each individual and where they are at in their training.
What will my Multi-Engine Land training involve?
Learn how to handle the added complexities, normal and emergency procedures of multi-engine aircraft with a combination of simulator and in flight training utilizing VFA’s Piper Aztec.
Once I get my Multi-Engine Land Rating, how do I keep it current?
You must renew your Multi-Engine Land Rating every 24 calendar months.
General Information
HOURS:
Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM
Saturday | 9AM - 4PM
Sunday | 9AM - 3PM
* Hours are subject change.
PHONE:
802.863.5988
EMAIL :
office@flyvfa.org
LOCATION:
355 Valley Road
South Burlington, VT 05403