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General Requirements
Private pilot certificate
Third class medical
Have at least 50 hours of PIC cross-country time at completion of training
Pass the FAA written instrument knowledge test with at least a 70%
Flight Training Requirements
Minimum of 40 hours instrument time (simulated or actual)
At least 15 hours dual instruction
5 hours in the aircraft category
Pass a practical flight test given by an FAA examiner
Estimated Costs (Cessna 172)
Aircraft rental, 40 hours $3,840.20*
Dual flight and ground instruction (25 Hrs) $875
Pilot training materials $175
FAA Written & practical exam $400
Minimum total training cost $5,290.20
*Block rate (includes tax)