The Private Pilot Rating allows you to fly day or night, in VFR (Visual Flight Rules – flight by outside visual references). You must be a citizen of the U.S. (or obtain TSA approval before training – PSA will assist in qualifying), pass a basic medical exam, and be at least 17 years old to obtain your license – but you may begin training at any age! It also allows you to carry passengers with a limitless range of wher you want to go. And finally, you must understand the term "FUN." We will not tolerate students who do not meet this last qualification!

The minimum FAA requirements are as follows:

40 Hours total flight training that consists of:

30 Hours of Dual Training to include:

3 hours of Cross Country

3 hours of Night Training

3 hours of Instrument Training

3 hours in preparation of flight test

10 Hours of Solo Training to include:

5 hours of cross-country (airport over 50 miles from departure point)

3 takeoff and landings at an airport with an operating control tower