Private Pilot License
Requirements:
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Be at least 17 years old
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Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language
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Hold a third class medical certificate
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Pass the written exam
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Pass the oral and practical exam
Hours Needed:
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40 hours total flight time.
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20 hours flight training (dual) including :
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3 hours instrument
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3 hours cross-country
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3 hours of night flight (with one cross- country over 100 nautical miles).
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3 hours flight training within 60 days before check-ride.
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10 hours solo including :
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5 hours cross-country (over 150 nautical miles total distance with landings at a minimum of three points, and one segment of the flight must be at least 50 nautical miles).
Estimated Cost in a Cessna 150/152 or Piper Tomahawk:
The minimum flight requirement is 40 hours. Our students will typically get their licenses after 45 to 50 hours (the national average is 55 hours).
Dual Instruction |
$145/hr |
Solo |
$100/hr |
Ground |
$45/hr |
35 hours Dual |
$5,075 |
10 hours Solo |
$1,000 |
25 hours Ground |
$1,125 |
Books & Supplies |
$100 |
Testing Fees |
$800 |
Membership Fee |
$500 |
| TOTAL | $8,600 |
*Tests fees include: written test and check-ride.
**Add $ 50 per month to keep the member rate.
Prices may vary following student’s capabilities.
