Students must pass a written general knowledge exam and a proficiency flight check administered by Auburn to the End-Of-Course test standard.
Future Auburn Professional Flight Degree Students (AVPF): If you are planning to enroll in the Professional Flight program at Auburn University, the time between high school graduation and freshman orientation is a crucial window for acceleration. By completing your Private Pilot License (PPL) requirements with Paragon Flight before you step onto campus, you can gain a significant academic and financial edge.
This proactive approach allows you to bypass the initial flight block that many students face, ensuring you’re ready to jump into advanced training sooner.Qualify for Advanced Placement Credit—Up to 7 Hours.Completing your PPL with Paragon Flight qualifies you for Advanced Placement Credit towards your AVPF degree plan. This credit is granted upon evidence of your FAA certificate/rating at the time of enrollment and is subject to the following requirements:
Students must pass a written general knowledge exam and a proficiency flight check administered by Auburn to the End-Of-Course test standard.
Upon approval, students may receive credit for these introductory courses:
To ensure your Auburn transition is seamless, our program also includes a special Capstone Transition Course focused on Cessna 172S systems and operations—mirroring Auburn’s aircraft exact training fleet. This is the ultimate way to accelerate your timeline and potentially save time and tuition on the quickest path to a professional pilot career.
Our tailored programs are built specifically to your flight experience so that you quickly meet all necessary prerequisites to complete your PPL. To ensure your Auburn transition is seamless, our program also includes a special Capstone Transition Course focused on Cessna 172S systems and operations—mirroring Auburn’s aircraft exact training fleet. This is the fastest way to get back on track with your professional pilot career.
Did you start your Private Pilot training back home with the intention of securing Advanced Placement Credit for your AVPF professional program, but still haven’t finished?
Auburn University requires PPL completion by the matriculation date (typically August 1st) to be considered for this credit. If you are close, our specialized, accelerated flight completions can help you get current and obtain your PPL in as little as two weeks, ensuring you meet this critical deadline and save tuition.
If the matriculation date has passed, there is still time to minimize delays. We can help you finish your PPL now so that you are immediately ready to apply for the Advanced Placement Credit and enroll in the next available advanced flight courses—preventing you from missing possibly an entire year of flight training.
If you are currently enrolled in the Professional Flight Program (AVPF) and waitlisted for the introductory flight blocks (AVMF 2171 or 2181), use this time wisely to complete your Private Pilot License (PPL) with Paragon Flight. Completing your PPL now eliminates this major prerequisite and qualifies you for Advanced Placement Credit for AVMF 2150, 2171, and 2181.
Earning your PPL with us ensures you are immediately prepared to use that credit and start your Instrument Rating (IR) training the moment space becomes available. To ensure your Auburn transition is seamless, our program also includes a special Capstone Transition Course focused on Cessna 172S systems and operations—mirroring Auburn’s aircraft exact training fleet. This proactive step allows you to jump ahead of other freshmen who are waiting to begin.
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