The FAA Private Pilots license is your license to the skys, it's also the first building block in your aviation journey. Your Private License will allow you to fly anywher you like, anytime you like, you can even travel for business.

Requirements

Be at least 17 years of age (although you may take lessons earlier and you can solo the airplane as student at 16 years old)

Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.

Obtain an FAA medical

40 hours of flight time

Pass a 60 question written test with a score of 70% or higher.

Pass an oral and practical test with a designated pilot examiner

Additional requirements in CFR 14 Part 61.109(a)