For the full program detail, requirements, costs, and FAQ, see the High Altitude Endorsement canonical page. This page focuses on what is specific about training this program at Riverside.
Riverside Municipal Airport (KRAL)
- Towered Class D airport (KRAL), CT-119.65
- One paved runway 9/27, 5,401 ft (full instrument approaches)
- Self-serve and full-service fuel on field
- Multi-engine and complex aircraft based on site
- FAA-approved Part 141 syllabus available here
Why train High Altitude at Riverside
Train high-altitude from KRAL if you want continuity with your other ratings or if KRAL is closer to home. The actual mountain operations are identical to the Redlands-based version. The transit time is the only real difference.
Scheduling at KRAL
KRAL-based mountain students typically position the aircraft to Redlands or fly directly from KRAL on training days. Plan for a 1.5 to 2 hour additional outbound and return leg time on flights to Big Bear from Riverside. Some students choose to do their high-altitude work in a focused block out of KREI to maximize flight time on the mountain rather than on the basin transit.
Canonical training detail
For the full curriculum, FAA requirements, cost breakdown, aircraft, and FAQ for this program, see the canonical page.
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