Airplane Academy Private Pilot Flashcards
Airplane Academy Private Pilot Flashcards
Costs Less Than One Flight Hour. Backed by 130+ 5-Star Reviews.
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Put your aviation studying or review on autopilot with our robust set of 350+ study flashcards that cover the Private Pilot knowledge areas in the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Federal Aviation Regulations, and the Aeronautical Information Manual.
- Costs less than a single flight lesson — and you'll use it for years.
- Perfect for student AND licensed pilots — pass your exams and your ongoing flight reviews with confidence!
- A one-time purchase designed to keep your aviation knowledge sharp — whether you're deep in training or coming back after a break. Pick up wherever you left off at any time.
- Working on your Instrument Rating or Commercial? Those ratings build on Private Pilot knowledge, so these flashcards are perfect for keeping your fundamentals sharp and setting you up for success. They're also ideal for reviewing before every future flight review.
- Not flying yet? Once you start ground school, these flashcards will become one of your most valuable tools for building repetition and becoming fluent in aviation. You'll be glad you grabbed them early!
- No more stressing out over the amount of information you need to know as a pilot. These 350+ single-topic, color-coded 3x5" flashcards make it easy to separate what you've memorized from what still needs work.
- Six color-coded sections with dividers help you focus on key topics: Regulations, Plane & Pilot, Systems, Weather, Airport Operations, and Airspace & Navigation.
- All cards rigorously reviewed, edited, and approved by a panel of flight instructors, flight test engineers, and test pilots!
- Durable box for easy transport and on-the-go studying.
- Backed by our 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
“I wish I would have had these cards as a student pilot. But I’m so excited that I can still use them for all of my flight reviews going forward. There is so much information to know as a pilot and these flashcards make it so much less intimidating to keep up with everything!“
- David G., Pilot
- Approved by Flight Instructors
- Perfect for Student and Licensed Pilots
- Designed and Made in the USA
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Approved by CFIs
All cards were rigorously reviewed, edited, and approved by a panel of talented flight instructors with decades of experience.
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Student Pilots: Master Private Pilot Knowledge Without the Stress
Flight training can feel like drinking from a fire hose, but these flashcards are a game-changer for review and retention. They break complex topics into simple, bite-sized pieces and force active recall to help the material actually stick — so you can study confidently without wasting time on stuff you already know.
Whether you're just starting out or nearing your checkride, these cards will help you focus, retain more, and build real fluency in the language of aviation.
Already Have Your Private? Nail Your Next Flight Review.
Say goodbye to the pre-review stress and that "rusty" feeling. No more rewatching old ground school videos or scrambling through massive textbooks the night before. These flashcards put everything you need in one place, making it easy to review at your own pace and zero in on what still needs work.
From experience, we can confidently say: these will save you time, money, and a whole lot of stress!
Review Smarter, Not Harder
These flashcards are designed to make your study sessions more efficient. Each card features a clear question and answer — and where it’s helpful, a visual or a “Tip from the Tower” to aid in memorization.
With single-topic cards and color-coded sections, you can target exactly what needs work and skip what you’ve already mastered. Whether you're prepping for a checkride, brushing up for a flight review, or just staying sharp in between, these cards help you get the most out of every minute.
The #1 Way to Study and Retain Pilot Material
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Without Flashcards
❌ Overwhelming: "Drinking from a fire hose" of books, courses, and articles.
❌ Passive: Reading books or listening to courses does not force active recall and makes content harder to memorize.
❌ Inefficient: Difficult to isolate areas that need more study.
❌ Daunting: Difficult to know where to jump back in for subsequent studying.
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With Flashcards
✅ Easy: Flashcards put your study routine on autopilot!
✅ Effective: Active recall moves information from short-term memory into long-term memory.
✅ Efficient: Easily separate the topics you've mastered from areas that need more work.
✅ Reusable: Easy to review for years to come and focus on topics that need more work.
Stay Sharp for the Long Haul
Even after you’ve passed your checkride, staying proficient takes regular review — and most of us forget a surprising amount of ground school knowledge within a few months. These cards are designed to be your long-term companion, helping you stay fluent without rewatching videos or digging through books every time a flight review comes around.
They’re also a great way to keep your Private Pilot knowledge sharp as you move into Instrument or Commercial training, where those fundamentals are crucial.
"I've Wanted These for 20 Years"
I've been in aviation for 20 years and have always been frustrated crawling through textbooks, lengthy video courses, and random articles on the internet to learn and review critical aviation regulations, concepts, and terminology.
So, I spent over a year building these comprehensive flashcards to solve my own problem, knowing that other pilots feel the same pain I do. I also had a talented group of CFIs spend months with me reviewing, editing, and approving every single one of the 351 cards which was a massive effort.
These cards are designed to grow with you — from early training to checkride prep, flight reviews, and even Instrument, Commercial, or CFI training. And at less than the cost of a single flight hour, they’ll save you time, money, and a whole lot of frustration.
I’m confident they’ll help — because they were built by someone who’s felt the exact same challenges you’re facing.
- Charlie Gasmire (CSEL, CMEL, SES, IR, Tailwheel, Aircraft Owner), Founder of Airplane Academy
Money-Back Guarantee
If you're not satisfied for any reason, just let us know within 30 days and we’ll give you a full refund — no questions asked.
Questions?
I'm a student pilot. Are these right for me?
Absolutely. These cards are perfect for student pilots and cover the key areas from the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). They’re a great way to build confidence, reinforce what you’re learning, and get fluent in the language of aviation — without feeling overwhelmed.
I'm already a Private Pilot (or higher). Are these right for me?
Yes! If you already have your Private Pilot's License and are working toward an Instrument or Commercial rating, these flashcards are still incredibly useful. Those advanced ratings build directly on Private Pilot knowledge, so keeping those fundamentals sharp is essential.
They’re also a great tool for staying current and confident ahead of flight reviews — no more cramming or digging through old textbooks or lengthy ground school videos.
I'm working on my Instrument, Commercial, or CFI. Will these still help me?
Yes — even if you're training for your Instrument, Commercial, or CFI rating, these cards are still a valuable tool. All of those advanced ratings build on the same foundational knowledge taught in Private Pilot training, and staying sharp on that material is critical.
These flashcards make it easy to review concepts you haven’t seen in a while and avoid gaps that could slow you down. They're also perfect for flight reviews, teaching others, or just keeping your knowledge fluent as your flying progresses.
I haven’t started flight training yet. Should I buy these now?
Yes! Even if you haven’t started flight training yet, these cards can still be a great way to get familiar with key aviation concepts early on. They’re most effective once you’ve had a little exposure in ground school, but you don’t need to be deep into training to benefit.
They’re a helpful tool to have ready as you begin learning, and once you see how much repetition it takes to retain everything, you’ll be glad to have them in your toolkit.
What information do the cards cover?
The 350+ cards are based on the knowledge areas private pilots are expected to know — drawn from the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
The material is divided into six sections: Regulations, Plane & Pilot, Systems, Weather, Airport Operations, and Airspace & Navigation — all broken into single-topic cards that make review easier, faster, and less overwhelming.
Do these cards take the place of online or in-person ground school?
These cards aren’t a replacement for ground school — but they do provide the key ingredient of active recall, which is one of the most effective ways to actually retain information. Ground school videos and books are great for learning concepts, but they’re not designed for repeated review. Most people don’t rewatch hours of video or reread textbooks again and again — and that’s where flashcards shine.
They make it easy to get the repetition you need, focus on what still needs work, and lock in the knowledge long-term — whether you're prepping for a checkride, brushing up for a flight review, or just trying to stay sharp.
Do you have a refund policy?
Yes! If you're not satisfied for any reason, just let us know within 30 days and we’ll give you a full refund — no questions asked.
Do you ship internationally?
We don’t offer international shipping at this time. These flashcards are specifically designed around U.S. aviation regulations, airspace, and training standards — so they’re best suited for pilots flying in the U.S. We apologize for any inconvenience!
I have more questions. Is there someone I can contact?
Absolutely. Feel free to reach out anytime at hello@airplaneacademy.com — we're happy to help.