Getting Started with Hobby Flying: Everything You Need to Know
- priAviate Team

- Nov 3
- 2 min read
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There are few experiences in life as liberating as taking control of an aircraft and soaring above the clouds. Hobby flying isn’t just about airplanes, it’s about perspective, power, and passion. For those who lead in business and in life, it offers an unmatched sense of accomplishment and freedom. At priAviate, we’ve redefined aviation as a lifestyle, a journey of discovery, adventure, and personal triumph.
The New Definition of Luxury: Freedom in the Sky
In today’s world, luxury is not just about comfort, it’s about choice and experience. Hobby flying perfectly embodies this. Whether you are a CEO seeking a new challenge, an entrepreneur looking for inspiration, or someone who has simply dreamt of flying since childhood, becoming a pilot, even for leisure gives you a new dimension of control and calm.
Unlike commercial pilot training, hobby flying is flexible, personal, and designed for pure enjoyment. You don’t need to change careers to experience aviation. You can fly for passion, not profession and do so in some of the most scenic locations across Asia.
What Hobby Flying Involves
A typical journey starts with a Discovery Flight, also known as a One-Day Pilot Experience, an introductory session where you sit in the cockpit with a certified instructor, understand flight controls, and actually fly the aircraft yourself. It’s a powerful moment - one that turns curiosity into confidence.
For those who wish to go further, priAviate offers Flexible Hobby Flying Programs, where you can learn to fly at your own pace. The hours you log are internationally valid and can be continued toward a Private Pilot License (PPL) if you choose to make it a more structured pursuit later.
priAviate’s Exclusive Hobby Flying Experiences
At priAviate, our programs are crafted for discerning individuals who appreciate detail, safety, and sophistication. Our offerings include:
Discovery Flight Experience: A one-hour co-pilot session over Thailand’s beautiful landscapes , your first taste of real aviation.
Flexible Hobby Flying: continue your training as per your schedule over managed vacations or business trips, balancing passion and profession.
Executive PPL Program: A premium pathway for business leaders who want to earn their pilot wings without compromising their schedule.
Every program is backed by internationally certified instructors, meticulously maintained aircraft, and personalized concierge assistance, because at priAviate, every flight is an experience, not just a session.
Who Can Join
If you are above 16, medically fit, and possess the curiosity to learn, you can start today. No prior aviation background is needed , just passion, focus, and the desire to experience something truly extraordinary.
A Lifestyle for the Passionate
Hobby flying with priAviate isn’t just about flying; it’s about belonging to a community of achievers who dare to dream differently. It’s about embracing the sky not as a destination, but as a mindset.
Whether it’s your first hour at the controls or the hundredth, every flight reminds you why leaders don’t just follow paths , they create their own.
Fly Private. Fly priAviate - Because true passion deserves wings





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