Above Alaska Aviation, LLC

Private Pilot Certification
Whether you have absolutely no experience with aviation or if you come from a long background in aviation, we can teach you. Specialized to your pace, you will obtain the skills necessary to achieve your FAA Private Pilot Certificate. Our flight training program which includes training in tailwheel is primarily based on self paced training. Average Private Pilot training in Alaska takes around 3 months to complete based on 2-3 flights per week.

General FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Requirements

Must be 17 years of age
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
Must be able to pass a 3rd Class FAA Medical Examination
Must receive a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided the ground training
Pass the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test (Written) 70% or better
Must receive flight training and a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided that training stating that the student is prepared for the Practical Test (Check ride)
Must pass the Private Pilot Practical Test
 

Flight Training
Applicants must receive and log the following minimum flight training:

40 hours total time 20 hours dual instruction
3 hours cross country
One flight at least 100 NM distance
10 takeoffs and 10 landings at night
3 hours flight training with reference only to instruments
3 hours in preparation for the practical test
10 hours solo
5 hours of cross country
One flight of at least 150 NM distance with full stop landings at 3 airports
3 full stop takeoffs and landings at an airport with a control tower
Approximately $8000. Call or e-mail for details. If you will be arriving from overseas you will need to first request a TSA clearance to train in the USA. You can apply at https://www.flightschoolcandidates.gov/. It is not a difficult process, but it can take some time. We recommend that you begin the process sooner rather than later.