2025 AKWG Flight Academies (Glider and Powered(Distributed))
[Updated 6 Oct 24]
The 2025 Alaska Wing Powered and Glider Flight Academies have been announced! Please see the attached memorandum on the right side of this page under Related Documents for more information.
To build the strongest application you can, see the "Flight Training Pipeline" webpage under Cadet Programs on the AKWG website
- Get a logbook
- Apply for your Student Pilot Certificate (faa.iacra.gov, takes about a month)
- Make sure your Aircraft Ground Handling is current in eServices (expires after 2 years)
- Schedule (and complete) your FAA Medical exam
- Complete Sporty's free (to CAP cadets) online ground school and take at least 2 practice tests (Dauntless.com practice test also recommended)
- For a higher chance of selection, *pass* your written FAA test!
Costs may be decreased based on fundraising efforts. Keep your ears open to assist in wing-level fundraising efforts. Suggest fundraising ideas to your leaders for squadron-level financial support.
