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)