General requirements include

At least 16 years of age to solo, 17 to receive a license

Able to read, speak and understand English

Pass a medical exam administered by an FAA designated doctor

Pass a FAA pilot knowledge test, consisting of multiple choice questions, with a score of 70% or better

Training requirements include:

A MINIMUM of 40 flight hours, including the following:

20 hours dual (with your instructor)

8 hours cross country (3 dual, 5 solo)

3 hours dual night flying, including 10 takeoffs and landings

Pass a flight test given by an FAA examiner

Aircraft C-172R

Aircraft Rental, 43 hours $5,117.00

Flight Instruction - 25 hours @ $40.00/hour $1,000.00

Ground Instruction - 10 hours @ $40.00/hour $400.00

Flight Supplies $250.00

FAA Written Exam / Medical $125.00

FAA Medical Exam $175.00

FAA Check Ride $300.00

Approximate Total Cost $7,367.00