TransfermaticAPT at Orange Coast College

    APT A130 - Private Pilot Aviation Ground School

    Recent Professors
    Stanley Harriman
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    45 students
    Difficulty
    4.1Lightout of 10
    Credits
    5
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of APT A130
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Entry level course for commercial pilot training program. Covers basic aerodynamics, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather factors and cross country navigation procedures. Provide introductory material on radio navigation, radio communications procedures, human factors and aviation safety. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Private Pilot computerized knowledge examination. All training is conducted in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 61.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:30pm–9:00pm