Learn to Fly Today! Learn How
There are many ways to perpare for your license before beginning flight training.
Ground school: flight schools and community colleges offer inexpensive classes that teach you all of the knowledge behind flight you will need for your license. Many classes will finish by allowing you to take the actual FAA written examination. A passing score is good for up to two years.
Simulators and ground trainers Flight simulators on personal computers can be used to practice radio navigation and flight planning. Ground trainers can help you work on procedures and using checklists.
Rides with other pilots: riding along in an airplane is not only a lot of fun, but will help you become familiar with the appearance of your airport and local area from the air, and help you develop pilotage skills, such as navigation by reference to the ground. This will be of great benefit for when you strike out on your solo cross-country flights.