You've always dreamed of becoming a pilot, and no wonder.  Flying is humankind's wildest dream fulfilled -- soaring among the birds, playing tag with the clouds and gazing down upon wonders of the earth.  Pilots really do get to do those things, and it's as good as it sounds.  Wing your way over lakes, canyons, and crowded freeways, all while blessing friends and family with your newfound gift of flight. 

Is learning to fly a realistic goal?  Yes!  Whether you're seventeen, forty, or beginning a new life after retirement (no one cares if you wear glasses) the skies are yours to own.  So take that long-awaited first step in fulfilling your dream of flight.  Strap yourself into our friendly cockpit, grab the controls, and take off.  You can fly!

About the authors:

Greg Brown, 2000 Flight Instructor of the Year, is AOPA Flight Training columnist and author of five aviation books including Flying Carpet and The Savvy Flight Instructor. 

Laurel Lippert, a freelance writer and editor specializing in travel and aviation, is a flight instructor and the Editor at Large for Pilot Getaways magazine.

Top Lippert, a freelance photographer for more than 30 years, has illustrated books and magazine articles on sports, medicine, information technology, and aviation.