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Welcome to PELICAN BLOG, the official online journal of Pelican Flight Training School — where the sky is not the limit, but the beginning.
News
June–July Check Ride Highlights: Our Pilots Take Off!
As the summer skies soared above our Florida campus, so did the dreams of our incredible students. We’re thrilled to celebrate a successful round of check rides completed in June and July 2025, with s...
U.S. Student Visas Resume for International Flight Students
Under the Trump administration, the U.S. Department of State has reinstated F-1 and M-1 visa processing, allowing international students to once again pursue professional training in the United States...
Articles
What is an FAA medical certificate?
Dreaming of becoming a pilot? Your aviation journey doesn’t start in the cockpit — it starts with a medical certificate. The FAA medical certificate is the essential first step for anyone who wants to fly in the U.S., whether for fun or a future airline career.
A Pilot’s Guide to Instrument Flight Rules
Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) form the backbone of modern aviation safety, allowing pilots to navigate and control aircraft solely by reference to instruments when visual cues are limited or unavailable. Whether in poor weather, at night, or in congested airspace, IFR ensures that flights remain safe, reliable, and predictable under all conditions.
What’s the maximum age to become a commercial pilot?
How young is too young to become a pilot? In this article, we explore when you can start flight training, what medical standards apply, what career paths are open after 30, 40, or even 50, and why your age is far less important than your passion and commitment.