question about gliders?

Question

i want to know what license you need in order to fly a glider, how much it will cost, and if a 13 yr old can get ceritfied to get in a glider...

i was looking up info.. can somebody tell me if this stuff is right:
in order to fly a ballon you need a student pilot certifcate, they are free, and you need to have passed a medical examine, be at least 14 yrs old, and
must speak english.. my main question is.. is this right?

Answer 1

go to the FAA website, and look for the eligibility requirements for "private pilot glider" or Glider Rating. One of the two. You can solo in a glider at 14, not 13. License at 16. Read speak and write english.

It's FAR (Federal Aviation Regulation) Part 61.83 and Part 61.103

Answer 2

The Medical examination has to be given by a physician approved by the FAA. Your best choice is to go to a local small airport and ask around as to who is available in your area. If you pass examination, your Medical card will also be your Student Pilot certificate.

If you intend on operating any aircraft with a radio (and many gliders have them) you need to apply to the FCC for a radio operator's license. I forget whether you need to pay a fee or not...I got mine over twenty years ago.

Once you've got your Medical and your radio licence, then you can take flying lessons.

Answer 3

No medical certificate is needed for glider or balloon.
FAR P.61.23(a)(3)(b)
You must be 14 years of age or older and be able to read, write and speak English.
FAR P. 61.83(b) and (c).

Answer 4

Its really amazing anybody can understand all the regs.
So, here's a website to a glider port I've done some flying at.
It's got some information on it, and phone numbers you could call. it's http://www.soarfl.com/main.htm.
Good luck...

Answer 5

what country are you in??

www.MyEnglishSchool.jp teaches aviation english to pilots but can also help you with flight theory :)