Objective: To obtain the necessary skills and certifications to fly a plane safely and competently.
Start Date: [Insert Start Date]
Task Breakdown
Task#
Task
Depends on
Duration
Start Date
End Date
Assignee
Notes
1
Research flight schools and instructors
2
Set a budget for flight training
3
Enroll in a flight school
1, 2
4
Complete ground school training
3
5
Obtain a student pilot certificate
3
6
Begin practical flight training
5
7
Practice flight maneuvers
6
8
Accumulate required flight hours
6
9
Pass the FAA written exam
4
10
Pass the FAA practical test (checkride)
8, 9
11
Obtain private pilot license
10
Project Team and Responsibilities
Team Member
Role
Responsibilities
Person(s)
Student Pilot
Learner
Enrolls in school, completes training, takes exams
Flight Instructor
Trainer
Provides ground and flight instruction
FAA Examiner
Evaluator
Administers the written and practical tests
Risk and Risk Management
Risk
Impact
Probability
Mitigation Strategy
Person(s)
Budget Overrun
High
Medium
Set a clear budget and monitor expenses regularly
Training Delays
Medium
Medium
Create a realistic schedule and stay committed
Difficulty with Maneuvers
High
Medium
Extra practice sessions and one-on-one instructor time
Exam Failure
High
Medium
Thorough preparation and study for exams
Communications Plan
Communication Type
Frequency
Participants
Purpose
Progress Reviews
Weekly
Student, Instructor
Review training progress and set goals
Budget Check-Ins
Monthly
Student
Ensure training is within budget
Exam Preparations
Before exams
Student, Instructor
Discuss readiness and strategies for exams
Success Criteria
Metric
Target
Target Amount
Flight Hours
Required hours accumulated
Exam Performance
Pass FAA written and practical exams
Licensing
Obtain private pilot license
Budget Adherence
Complete training within budget
Budget
Item
Description
Amount
Flight School Fees
Tuition and instruction costs
Study Materials
Books, online resources, etc.
FAA Exam Fees
Costs for written and practical exams
Flight Gear
Headsets, logbooks, etc.
Miscellaneous
Unforeseen expenses
Total
This free project plan is a comprehensive guide for anyone aspiring to learn how to fly a plane, detailing each step from researching schools to obtaining a private pilot license.
