Private Pilot Certificate

Service Description

The private pilot certificate is typically the first “pilot’s license” an aspiring pilot will obtain. This certificate enables you to act as Pilot in Command of an aircraft (typically single engine). Requirements: Ability to read, write and speak English Ability to pass an FAA medical examination Age 17 or older to obtain certificate (can begin training at any age!) Flight Experience: 40 Hours of flight time 20 Hours of flight training from an authorized instructor 10 Hours of solo flight 5 Hours solo cross-country (at least 50 NM) 150 NM solo cross-country with three full stops (one 50+ NM leg) 3 Takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop (involving flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport with an operating control tower. 3 Hours of cross-country flight training 3 Hours of night flight training 100 NM total distance cross-country flight 10 Takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop (each involving flight in the traffic pattern). 3 Hours of instrument training 3 Hours in preparation for the practical test within 60 days prior to the test date. Pass FAA written examination Pass FAA check ride Cost: The overall cost of obtaining a certificate will vary from person to person mainly because a student pilot can only obtain a certificate upon demonstrating their complete proficiency in the operation of an aircraft. The following breakdown is based on the average student pilot who flies one to two times per week and acquires their certificate in 50 hours. Additionally, this estimate should provide you with an idea of virtually all of the costs associated with obtaining a certificate. We have established this estimate using a fairly conservative approach to avoid unexpected expenses. Private Pilot Cost Breakdown: Dual Flight (30 Hour FAA Requirement).....................$2,400 Solo Flight (10 Hour FAA Requirement).....................$800 30 hr Instruction (Flight Instructor Cost $55 hr).........$1,650 Dual Ground (20 Hour Average Student@ $55hr)......$1,100 Books / Supplies (Private Pilot Kit)............................$200 Written Exam.............................................................$150 Medical......................................................................$150 Practical Test (Examiner Fee)....................................$900 Practical Test (Approx. 1.5 Hrs).................................$135 Total..................................$7485