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Everything You Need for Your Flight Training Journey

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Student Portal Access

Quick access to essential online tools and resources

Schedule Login

Access your flight schedule, book lessons, and manage your training calendar

Book Discovery Flight

Schedule your introductory flight around Oahu with one of our certified instructors

Passenger Waiver

Complete your electronic passenger waiver before your flight

Documents

Required Documents

Documents you'll need at different stages of your training

01

Before Starting Training

  • Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • TSA approval (for international students)
  • FAA medical certificate (Class 3 minimum for Private Pilot)
  • Proof of Hawaii residency (for Horizon Air PDP applicants)
02

During Training

  • Student pilot certificate (obtained after medical exam)
  • Logbook (provided by PFA or purchased separately)
  • Training materials and textbooks
  • Headset (available for rent or purchase)
03

Before Solo Flight

  • Student pilot certificate
  • Current medical certificate
  • Instructor endorsements in logbook
  • Government-issued photo ID
04

Before Checkride

  • Completed FAA written exam
  • Logbook with all required hours and endorsements
  • IACRA application (instructor will help complete)
  • Current medical certificate
  • Knowledge test results
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Medical

FAA Medical Certificate

How to obtain your medical certificate before starting training

A First Class Medical is required before enrolling in the Professional Pilot Program.

Steps to Get Your Medical

1

Create a MedExpress account at medxpress.faa.gov

2

Complete a First Class Medical application

3

Print or screenshot your confirmation page

4

Book an appointment with a local Aviation Medical Examiner (AME)

5

Send a copy of your medical certificate to info@pacificflightacademy.com

Recommended Aviation Medical Examiners

Dr. Patrick Lam

(808) 942-7727

1523 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu

Dr. Christine Jose

(808) 757-8881

Straub, Milnor Building, Honolulu

Dr. Richard Ando

(808) 538-1915

405 N Kuakini St STE 903, Honolulu

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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