Have you ever dreamed of looking down at the world from above, charting your own course, and experiencing the freedom of flight? At Jarriel Aviation, we make that dream a reality. Flying isn’t just for airline captains or lifelong professionals. Hobbyist pilots right here in Georgia are discovering the joy, challenge, and community that come with earning their wings.
Why Choose Flying as a Hobby?
Flying offers something few other hobbies can match: true freedom. From the moment the wheels leave the ground, you’ll experience a sense of adventure and perspective that stays with you long after you land. For many pilots, the cockpit becomes a place of focus where the stress of their day-to-day concerns is left behind.
Beyond the personal thrill, flying is also a rewarding challenge. Learning to handle an aircraft develops precision, decision-making, and confidence in ways that carry into everyday life. For those who love to travel, a pilot’s license opens new doors. Weekend getaways, family visits, or exploring hidden corners of Georgia and beyond all become possible on your own schedule, without the limits of commercial routes.
How to Get Started
Getting started is easier than you may have imagined!
Minimum Age: In the U.S., you can begin flight training as early as 16 years old (14 for gliders or balloons).
Medical Certificate: Before flying solo, you’ll need a basic medical certificate from an FAA-approved examiner to ensure you’re healthy and ready for flight.
Student Pilot Certificate: The FAA’s Student Pilot Certificate is a prerequisite for solo training once your instructor approves your skills.
From there, the journey unfolds step by step!
Start with a Discovery Flight in Toccoa, GA, where one of our instructors will take you up and even let you handle the controls to see if flying sparks your passion.
Enroll in our flight school in Toccoa and begin ground training while building flight experience with a certified instructor.
Accumulate flight hours through structured lessons and independent practice. The FAA requires a minimum of 40 hours, though most students finish closer to 50–65 hours.
Finally, when you’re ready, you’ll complete a written exam and a checkride, a combination of oral questions and a flight test with an examiner.
This entire process often takes a year or less, although it can be condensed or spread over a longer period of time depending on how frequently you fly.
Flight Training in Toccoa, Georgia
At Jarriel Aviation, we are proud to provide flight training in Toccoa, GA, giving aspiring pilots throughout northeast Georgia a trusted place to learn. Our Toccoa location is ideal for students seeking professional instruction without traveling far from home. Whether you’re starting with a Discovery Flight or working steadily toward your private pilot license, our instructors are here to guide you at every step.
As a leading flight school in northeast Georgia, we are committed to creating a supportive environment where new pilots can grow in skill and confidence. We also support students in Vidalia, GA, for those with active hangar access, ensuring flexibility no matter your location.