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Todd O.
Oct 9, 2026
Our Cessna 172 Fleet Is Here: Aircraft Training in 2026
Solid Ground Aviation now has a fleet of Cessna 172s and aircraft Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot programs. See the rates and how to start.
Todd O.
Oct 7, 2026
Accelerated or Part-Time Instrument Training? Find Your Pace in 2026
Not sure whether instrument rating accelerated training or a part-time pace suits you? Match your schedule, learning style and life load to a pace in 2026.
Todd O.
Oct 7, 2026
Accelerated vs. Traditional Instrument Rating Training in 2026
Compare accelerated instrument training with traditional weekly lessons side by side in 2026: structure, calendar, how hours are earned, cost drivers and outcomes.
Todd O.
Oct 7, 2026
Accelerated IFR Training Requirements: 2026 Checklist
Check the five things you need before accelerated IFR training in 2026: certificate, cross-country time, medical, knowledge test, and readiness.
Todd O.
Oct 7, 2026
How Long Does an Accelerated Instrument Rating Take in 2026?
See a realistic week-by-week path for an accelerated instrument rating in 2026, from first lesson to checkride, with simulator sessions built in.
Todd O.
Oct 7, 2026
How Simulator Hours Cut Your Instrument Rating Cost in 2026
See where the money goes in an instrument rating and which lines a simulator can lower, plus the FAA limits on device credit and a budget method you can use in 2026.
Todd O.
Sep 4, 2026
Introducing the Young Aviators Program: Flight Training for Students Under 15
Solid Ground Aviation announces the Young Aviators Program at Tipton Airport in Fort Meade, Maryland, delivering one-on-one simulator flight training, a real aircraft Discovery Flight, and an independent cross-country capstone for students under 15.
Todd O.
Sep 4, 2026
How to Log FAA Flight Hours for Half the Price: The Smart Pilot's Guide to AATD Sim 2026 Training
Discover how to legally log FAA-approved flight hours on an AATD simulator for Private, Instrument, and Commercial ratings at over 50% less than aircraft rental.
Todd O.
Aug 9, 2026
The Top 5 Advantages of Flight Training in Maryland
Is Maryland a good place to learn to fly? Discover the unique advantages of flight training in the Maryland area, from complex airspace to diverse weather.
Todd O.
May 19, 2026
How Long Does It Take to Become a Pilot?
Learn how long pilot training takes, including FAA minimum hours, realistic private pilot averages, and part-time vs accelerated training.
Todd O.
Jan 15, 2026
Is Accelerated Flight Training Worth Traveling For?
Learn how pilots fly in, train over consecutive days, and complete IPC, CFI, and CFII training efficiently using simulator-based accelerated programs.
Todd O.
Dec 15, 2025
How to Set Smart Flight Training Goals for the New Year
Start the new year with clear, achievable flight training goals. Learn how smart planning and simulator-based training can help you stay consistent, save money, and progress faster.
Todd O.
Nov 12, 2025
Train Smarter: How Simulator Training Saves You Money and Builds Better Pilots
Discover why flight simulators are the most efficient and affordable way to advance your training, only $65/hr compared to $180/hr for aircraft rental.
Todd O.
Aug 26, 2025
Replay, Reveal, Refine: How Simulators Speed Up Root-Cause Discovery in Flight Training
Flight simulator training helps pilots quickly uncover the root causes of mistakes so they can improve faster and fly safer
Todd O.
Aug 4, 2025
Weather-Proof Your Flight Training with Simulator Sessions in Maryland and the DC Area
Stay sharp, save money, and keep progressing with simulator-based training, even when weather delays your time in the airplane
Todd O.
May 19, 2025
Maximize your Discovery Flight
A discovery flight that includes a simulator lesson is the best way to start your aviation journey
Todd O.
Apr 27, 2025
Master VORs
Master VOR Navigation with Flight Simulator Training