Frequently Asked Questions
We receive many questions about attending our flight schools and aircraft mechanic schools. We've done our best to answer all questions below. However, please contact us if you have a specific question not already answered or if you need help enrolling. Thank you!
Aircraft Mechanics
Are student loans available for Aircraft Mechanic School?- Are there scholarships for Aircraft Mechanics?
- Can aircraft mechanic training transfer as college credit?
- Can aircraft mechanics work on helicopters?
- Can females become aircraft mechanics?
- Can I use my aircraft mechanic training in other careers?
- Can I work in Canada with my aircraft mechanic training?
- Can international students train as aircraft mechanics?
- Can veterans train as mechanics under the GI Bill (R)?
- Do aircraft mechanics make good money?
- Do students work on real airplanes?
- Does Epic have aircraft mechanic partners for employment opportunities?
- Does Epic provide job interviews for aircraft mechanics?
- Does my military airframe or powerplant training transfer to Epic?
- How do you become an airplane mechanic?
- How does the FEAM Program work?
- How long does it take to become an aircraft mechanic?
- How much can I make as an aircraft mechanic?
- How much does it cost to go to aircraft mechanic school?
- Is Epic accredited?
- Is Epic Flight Academy approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)?
- Is there a minimum number of hours to train?
- Is there an age cut-off for mechanic training?
- What are the requirements for Aircraft Mechanic School?
- What certificate will I earn in the aircraft mechanic program?
- What college programs does Epic offer?
- What credentials do instructors have?
- What if I own my own tools?
- What is a Part 147 aircraft mechanic school?
- What is an A&P mechanic?
- What is an AMT?
- What is the cost of the M1 visa?
- What kinds of aircraft will I work on?
- What tools will I receive in the aircraft mechanic program?
- What topics do aircraft mechanics learn?
- When do mechanic classes start?
Careers
- After 8 months of training, will I become a Captain?
- Are there female flight students at Epic?
- Do airline pilots earn stock options?
- Do felonies affect being a pilot?
- Do pilots fly for free?
- Do pilots receive good benefits?
- Do pilots’ families fly for free?
- Do you need a degree to be a pilot?
- Does airline seniority matter?
- Does Epic Flight Academy have any agreements with regional airlines to assist with job placement?
- Does Epic have aircraft mechanic partners for employment opportunities?
- How can two pilots log time on the same flight?
- How do I convert from FAA to EASA?
- How do I get a job as a pilot?
- How fast do commercial planes fly?
- How long does the Certified Flight Instructor course take to complete?
- How many hours do I have to accumulate to work for an airline after my training at Epic?
- How much do pilots earn a year?
- How much do pilots earn per hour?
- How should I prepare for my pilot job interview?
- I am a Colombian Commercial Pilot – what are my options outside of Colombia?
- If I have a DUI (Driving Under Influence) arrest, is it possible for me to be hired by an airline?
- If I hold a helicopter commercial rating, can I convert to fixed-wing?
- What are Civil Aviation Authorities?
- What are my chances of being hired by an airline after graduating from Epic?
- What are the most common aircraft flown by airlines?
- What are the pilot hiring requirements of the airlines?
- What are the qualifications to enroll in the CFI course?
- What are the vision, hearing, and general medical health requirements that must be met in order to become a pilot?
- What is an FAA medical certificate?
- What is the advantage of attending flight training at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA)?
- What is Time Building?
- When does Commercial Pilot Ground School begin at Epic Flight Academy?
- When I get my Commercial Pilot’s License, can I apply at an airline without a college degree?
- Will I be hired by Epic with a guaranteed job?
College Degree Programs
- Can aircraft mechanic training transfer as college credit?
- Can I be enrolled at Daytona State College while I’m enrolled at Epic Flight Academy?
- Can this A.S. be applied towards a Bachelor’s degree?
- Can you provide more details about the Operations Management A.S. degree?
- Do other flight schools offer this program with DSC?
- Do you need a degree to be a pilot?
- Does Epic Flight Academy offer college credit?
- How are the Epic Flight Academy flight training credits earned and transferred to DCS?
- How long does it take to earn an Associates degree?
- If many airlines don’t require a college degree, why would I pursue one?
- Is there a cost to attend Daytona State College?
- What are the requirements of becoming a Florida resident for in-state tuition purposes?
- What college programs does Epic offer?
- What content is taught in the Operations Management Program?
- What degree will I earn at Daytona State College?
- What does an overview of the College Program look like in terms of practicality and scheduling?
- What if I have already completed all flight training – can I still enroll in this program at Daytona State College to earn my A.S.?
- What if I have transferred previous flight training to Epic Flight Academy – will that still count towards my A.S. degree?
- What is the college A.S. degree program?
- What is the cost to attend Daytona State College?
- When do classes begin at Daytona State College?
- When I get my Commercial Pilot’s License, can I apply at an airline without a college degree?
- When is the best time to enroll at Daytona State College to participate in this program?
- When will these credits be transferred to Daytona State College?
- Why should I consider this academic pathway with Epic Flight Academy and Daytona State College?
- Why would I choose the Epic/Daytona State College degree program over another college?
Flight Training
- After 8 months of training, will I become a Captain?
- Are my friends that have already become pilots correct in saying that all I have to do for the FAA Written Test is memorize all the questions and answers and I will pass?
- Are strong math skills necessary to become a pilot?
- As a student pilot, what is the best aircraft to rent or purchase for completing my flight training and building flight time?
- Can I reserve a seat in Private Pilot ground school?
- Can I train one-on-one at my own pace?
- Do you offer ATP-ATPL/EASA Pilot training courses?
- Do you offer free pilot training?
- Do you offer Ground School classes daily?
- Do you provide night flying?
- Do you use DPEs or can students take a check-ride with a chief instructor?
- Do you use full motion simulator?
- For how long is a student pilot certificate valid?
- How and where can I get a student pilot certificate?
- How can two pilots log time on the same flight?
- How do I learn to fly an aircraft that has a glass cockpit?
- How long does it take to become a pilot?
- How long does it take to complete an individual pilot license?
- How long does the Certified Flight Instructor course take to complete?
- How many airplanes do you have available for flight training?
- How many flight instructors does Epic Flight Academy employ?
- How many hours do I have to accumulate to work for an airline after my training at Epic?
- How many students on average start on each class date?
- How much are the books?
- How much space does my iPad need to download the Pro-Pilot ATPL online program?
- How old do I have to be before I can start taking flying lessons?
- How old is too old to begin flying lessons?
- I currently hold a Private Pilot’s License. What are my options?
- If I already have passed my FAA written, why should I take Epic’s online course?
- If I complete the Part 141 Commercial Pilots License, is it possible to take the Multi-Engine add on to obtain my Multi-Engine rating?
- If I have already taken aviation courses online, why should I take Epic’s online course?
- If I hold a helicopter commercial rating, can I convert to fixed-wing?
- In order to learn to fly, all I need to do is to learn how to move the flight controls, and I am flying – right?
- Is Epic accredited?
- Is Epic Flight Academy approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)?
- Is Epic Flight Academy FAA accredited?
- Is Epic Flight Academy FAA-certified?
- Is it hard to learn to fly?
- Is it true that all I need to do to pass the FAA written test is to memorize all the questions and answers?
- Is there an age limit for obtaining a private pilot rating?
- Some flight schools have aircraft with “glass cockpits” and others do not. Are there any advantages of training in either aircraft?
- What are the checkride scheduling procedures?
- What are the foreign pilot license verification steps?
- What are the minimum age requirements to attend Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the qualifications to enroll in the CFI course?
- What are the requirements to obtain my Private Pilot’s License (PPL), and how much does it cost?
- What aviation terminology must I learn?
- What books are included in the tuition for Private Pilot ground school?
- What college programs does Epic offer?
- What do I need to bring with me when I start flight school at Epic Flight Academy?
- What if I require additional training beyond the training timeline?
- What is Epic’s attendance policy?
- What is Epic’s policy on academic integrity?
- What is Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight experience?
- What is the advantage of attending flight training at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is the average age of Epic Flight Academy’s fleet?
- What is the average number of students you train at Epic?
- What is the cost of conversion from rotary-wing to fixed-wing aircraft?
- What is the cost of the M1 visa?
- What is the difference between a Cessna Pilot Center (CPC) and a flight school?
- What is the difference between Part 141 and Part 61 of the FAA Regulations?
- What is Time Building?
- What items must I purchase to start Private Pilot Ground School?
- What medical exams are required to get my private pilot rating and where do I take them?
- What time of day do classes usually start?
- What type of identification do I need for my written exam?
- What written tests and flight tests are required to obtain my private pilot rating?
- When does CFI Ground School begin at Epic Flight Academy?
- When does Commercial Pilot Ground School begin at Epic Flight Academy?
- When does Instrument Ground School start at Epic Flight Academy?
- When does Private Pilot Ground School start at Epic Flight Academy?
- When does the next class begin?
- When I get my Commercial Pilot’s License, can I apply at an airline without a college degree?
- Why choose Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida?
- Why do other flight schools require more flight hours than Epic to complete the Commercial Pilots License?
- Why is Epic Flight Academy’s tuition less than other flight schools?
- Why should I pay more to go to Epic if I have found cheaper flight schools in the U.S.?
- Will I be hired by Epic with a guaranteed job?
General FAQs
- Am I chatting with a real person?
- Are pets allowed in school?
- Are pilot uniforms required at Epic Flight Academy?
- Are there female flight students at Epic?
- Can I fly for the military after attending Epic Flight Academy?
- Can I transfer to Epic with previous flight experience?
- Can I use medical marijuana as a pilot?
- Do felonies affect being a pilot?
- Do I need a passport to attend flight school?
- Do I need prior experience to take a Discovery Flight?
- Do pilots fly for free?
- Do pilots receive good benefits?
- Do pilots’ families fly for free?
- Do you offer field trips?
- Do you provide speakers to schools?
- Do you sell pilot gifts?
- Do you train helicopter pilots?
- Does Epic Flight Academy provide insurance to the student while in the aircraft?
- Does Epic have a policy on tattoos?
- Does Epic offer drone training or testing?
- How do I reset my password?
- How fast do commercial planes fly?
- How high do commercial planes fly?
- How is Epic Flight Academy’s safety record?
- How long does it take to become a pilot?
- How many airplanes do you have available for flight training?
- How many flight instructors does Epic Flight Academy employ?
- How many students on average start on each class date?
- How much are the books?
- How much do pilots earn a year?
- How much does a commercial aircraft cost?
- How old do I have to be before I can start taking flying lessons?
- How old is too old to begin flying lessons?
- I currently hold a Private Pilot’s License. What are my options?
- Is Epic accredited?
- Is Epic Flight Academy approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)?
- Is it hard to learn to fly?
- Is smoking allowed on campus?
- Is there a minimum/maximum age limit for pilots?
- Is there an age limit for obtaining a private pilot rating?
- What are Civil Aviation Authorities?
- What are the different types of pilot licenses?
- What are the hours of operation for Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the minimum age requirements to attend Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the most common aircraft flown by airlines?
- What are the qualifications to enroll into Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the requirements to obtain my Private Pilot’s License (PPL), and how much does it cost?
- What are the vision, hearing, and general medical health requirements that must be met in order to become a pilot?
- What aviation terminology must I learn?
- What do I need to bring with me when I start flight school at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is an FAA medical certificate?
- What is Epic’s attendance policy?
- What is Epic’s policy on academic integrity?
- What is Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight experience?
- What is the advantage of attending flight training at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is the average age of Epic Flight Academy’s fleet?
- What is the average number of students you train at Epic?
- What is the cost for a Discovery Flight?
- What is the cost of conversion from rotary-wing to fixed-wing aircraft?
- What is the difference between a Cessna Pilot Center (CPC) and a flight school?
- What is the difference between Part 141 and Part 61 of the FAA Regulations?
- What is the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA)?
- What is the student-to-instructor ratio?
- What is Time Building?
- What items must I purchase to start Private Pilot Ground School?
- What medical exams are required to get my private pilot rating and where do I take them?
- What time of day do classes usually start?
- What written tests and flight tests are required to obtain my private pilot rating?
- When does Private Pilot Ground School start at Epic Flight Academy?
- When does the next class begin?
- When I get my Commercial Pilot’s License, can I apply at an airline without a college degree?
- Where is Epic Flight Academy located?
- Why choose Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida?
- Why do other flight schools require more flight hours than Epic to complete the Commercial Pilots License?
- Why is a DC-7 displayed at Epic?
- Why is Epic Flight Academy’s tuition less than other flight schools?
- Why should I pay more to go to Epic if I have found cheaper flight schools in the U.S.?
- Will I be hired by Epic with a guaranteed job?
Housing
- Am I required to sign a lease for housing?
- Are the apartments fully furnished?
- Are there stores near the apartment?
- Can student loans be used for housing?
- Do local residents rent rooms to students?
- Do married students qualify for housing to include their spouse?
- Do you have student housing, and if so, where is it located?
- How do I pay my rent?
- How much is the monthly rent?
- How much is the security deposit for housing?
- Once I vacate the premises, when will my security deposit be refunded?
- What does rent include?
- What if I want to vacate my apartment before the end of the month?
- What if I’m not arriving until the middle of the month, how much will I owe for rent?
- What size is the mattress in the apartments?
- When is rent due?
- Where is Epic Flight Academy located?
- Will there be anything for me at the apartment when I arrive?
International Students
- Are Alien Flight Student Program candidates required to be fingerprinted after submitting a new training request?
- Are all Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP) candidates required to have their fingerprints taken?
- Are services performed by foreign students and exchange visitors covered by Social Security?
- As an international student, what documents must I have to obtain a drivers license?
- Can I apply for extension of stay on an M-1 visa?
- Can I bring my dependents on my M-1 visa?
- Can I enter the U.S. on my M-1 visa before school begins?
- Can I take a holiday in the U.S. on my M-1 visa after I have completed my study program?
- Can I work in the United States while I am a student at Epic?
- Can I work on an M-1 visa?
- Can international students apply for a student loan?
- Can international students train as aircraft mechanics?
- Can my dependents work on an M-2 visa?
- Do I have to complete all 14 ATPL modules before I’m allowed to take my EASA Skill Test (checkride)?
- Do I have to speak/write English?
- Do I need a Multi-Crew Coordination (MCC) Course to complete my EASA CPL or to be eligible for an airline job?
- Do I need a passport to attend flight school?
- Do I need any vaccinations to be eligible for M-1 visa?
- Do I need to get my EASA medical exam prior to my arrival in the United States?
- Do I need to speak English to start the Private Pilot Program?
- Do you accept international students?
- Do you do IR validation for EASA holders?
- Do you offer ICAO to EASA conversion?
- Do you offer student loans?
- Do you provide English support?
- How can I obtain a copy of the I-94/I-94W Arrival-Departure Document?
- How do Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations relate to the Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP)?
- How do I convert from FAA to EASA?
- How do I create and manage my Alien Flight Student Program account?
- How do I process my student visa?
- How do I qualify for an M-1 student visa?
- How do I transfer to another school as an M-1 Student?
- How does an M-1 Student file for an extension?
- How does the Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP) communicate with Candidates and Flight Training Providers?
- How long can I stay in the U.S. on an M-1 visa?
- How long does it take to convert EASA licenses to FAA?
- How long does it take to convert FAA licenses into EASA?
- How much does it cost to obtain a visa from Canada and validate foreign flight hours?
- How should I prepare for my visa interview?
- I am a Colombian Commercial Pilot – what are my options outside of Colombia?
- If I graduated from Epic as an international student can I build additional hours in the simulator?
- Is it possible to train with a B1/B2 Visa?
- Is it possible to transfer schools on an M-1 visa?
- There is a single engine license that is only 140 flight hours, but if the minimum hours needed are 200, why are there only 140 hours of flight?
- Under the Alien Flight Student Program, what category do I qualify for?
- What are my first steps if I am an international student?
- What are the eligibility requirements for an international student?
- What are the foreign pilot license verification steps?
- What are the hiring requirements for airlines in Peru?
- What are the limitations of an M-1 student visa?
- What are the National Aviation Authorities?
- What are the qualifications to enroll into Epic Flight Academy?
- What can I do to expedite my application for an M-1 visa?
- What could delay my Alien Flight Student Program training request?
- What do I need to bring with me when I start flight school at Epic Flight Academy?
- What documents are required when applying for an M-1 Visa?
- What duties must I fulfill to remain in good M-1 status?
- What is a frozen ATPL?
- What is an M-1 visa?
- What is the cost of the M1 visa?
- What is the difference between between domestic and international pathways?
- What is the difference between the F-1 and M-1 Visa Programs?
- What is the procedure to bring my dependents on an M-2 visa?
- What privileges do I enjoy on an M-1 visa?
- What should I do with the I-94/I-94W, Arrival-Departure document from my last visit to the U.S.?
- Where is Epic Flight Academy located?
- Will the application fee be refundable in the event my visa is denied?
Regulations & Requirements
- Are Alien Flight Student Program candidates required to be fingerprinted after submitting a new training request?
- Are there any entrance exams prior to training at Epic Flight Academy?
- Are there any medical restrictions to prevent me from becoming a pilot?
- Are there height restrictions for becoming a pilot?
- Can I fly without a medical certificate?
- Can I use medical marijuana as a pilot?
- Do I have to have perfect vision to be a commercial pilot?
- Do I need a passport to attend flight school?
- How can two pilots log time on the same flight?
- How do I convert from FAA to EASA?
- How many hours do I have to accumulate to work for an airline after my training at Epic?
- If I hold a helicopter commercial rating, can I convert to fixed-wing?
- Is Epic Flight Academy FAA accredited?
- Is Epic Flight Academy FAA-certified?
- Is it true that all I need to do to pass the FAA written test is to memorize all the questions and answers?
- What are Civil Aviation Authorities?
- What are the checkride scheduling procedures?
- What are the eligibility requirements for an international student?
- What are the foreign pilot license verification steps?
- What are the minimum age requirements to attend Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the qualifications to enroll in the CFI course?
- What are the qualifications to enroll into Epic Flight Academy?
- What are the requirements to obtain my Private Pilot’s License (PPL), and how much does it cost?
- What are the vision, hearing, and general medical health requirements that must be met in order to become a pilot?
- What do I need to bring with me when I start flight school at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is a frozen ATPL?
- What is an FAA medical certificate?
- What is Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight experience?
- What is the difference between Part 141 and Part 61 of the FAA Regulations?
- What is the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA)?
- What is Time Building?
- What medical exams are required to get my private pilot rating and where do I take them?
- What type of identification do I need for my written exam?
- What type of identification is required for a US Citizen to begin flight school at Epic Flight Academy?
- What written tests and flight tests are required to obtain my private pilot rating?
- Why do other flight schools require more flight hours than Epic to complete the Commercial Pilots License?
Sallie Mae Student Loans
- Can I manage my student loan online?
- Can international students apply for a student loan?
- How do I know if I’m eligible for student loans?
- How long does it take to get a student loan?
- Is a cosigner necessary for my student loan?
- Is my cosigner needed for the duration of the student loan?
- What are the student loan repayment options?
- What if I’m unable to pay my student loan?
- What is the interest rate for a student loan?
- Will my student loan work for any Epic program?
Tuition
- Are headsets included in the tuition?
- Can I make the Phase II total cost in payments or do I have to pay all at once?
- Can I manage my student loan online?
- Can I pay tuition fees in installments, or must it be paid in full?
- Can I train one-on-one at my own pace?
- Can international students apply for a student loan?
- Can student loans be used for housing?
- Do you accept FAFSA?
- Do you offer free pilot training?
- Do you offer Sallie Mae loans?
- Do you offer scholarships?
- Do you offer student loans?
- Does Epic Flight Academy offer subsidized training programs?
- How do I know if I’m eligible for student loans?
- How long does it take to get a student loan?
- How much are the books?
- How much does it cost to train and earn a pilot certificate at Epic Flight Academy?
- How much will I need for housing and living expenses during Phase II of training?
- I have a CPL with an IR rating and want to time build 80 hours. In this situation, how much is the hourly aircraft rental?
- Is a cosigner necessary for my student loan?
- Is food included in the cost of the total training program?
- Is my cosigner needed for the duration of the student loan?
- Is there a source of loans, scholarships, or other financial resources that can help support my flight training?
- What are the student loan repayment options?
- What happens if my debit account is in a negative status?
- What if I can only afford the application fee at the present time?
- What if I’m unable to pay my student loan?
- What is the advantage of attending flight training at Epic Flight Academy?
- What is the cost of conversion from rotary-wing to fixed-wing aircraft?
- What is the cost of the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Courses?
- What is the hourly rate for the Seminole with an Instructor?
- What is the interest rate for a student loan?
- What is the total cost to obtain a Commercial Pilots License (CPL)?
- Why is Epic Flight Academy’s tuition less than other flight schools?
- Why should I pay more to go to Epic if I have found cheaper flight schools in the U.S.?
- Will my student loan work for any Epic program?
- Will the application fee be refundable in the event my visa is denied?