A Private Pilot’s Certificate will allow you to take friends and family anywher in the world you choose. This is the first step in your aviation training. Becoming a Private Pilot you will be able to fly most single engine airplanes, day or night. Additional training from a qualified Flight Instructor will allow you to fly high performance aircraft, complex aircraft and tailwheel aircraft. To fly multi-engine aircraft additional training and another practical exam is required.
Requirements:
• 17 years of age
• Private written exam
• FAA Third class medical
• 40 flight hours
• 20 hours dual (with instructor)
3 flight hours cross country
3 flight hours of simulated instrument flight conditions
3 flight hours at night
• 10 flight hours solo
5 flight hours cross-country
Costs:
40 hours in aircraft - $4200
20 hours dual in aircraft - $800
10 hours pre/post briefings with instructor - $400
Private Pilot Kit and books - $200
Knowledge Test (Written Exam) - $165
Headset, Kneeboard, & Charts - $325
Checkride - $600
Total - $6690*
*Prices shown are subject to change. Costs will vary depending on each students commitment and proficiency.
