Private Pilot Certificate

Whether you have absolutely no experience with aviation or if you come from a long background in aviation, we can teach you.

Specialized to your pace, you will obtain the skills necessary to achieve your FAA Private Pilot Certificate.

Training Times

Our program is primarily based on self paced training.

Average Private Pilot training takes around 3 months to complete based on 2-3 flight per week.

However, we can fly as much as twice per day with personal ground training between flights. At this rate, students can earn their certificate in as little as 3 weeks!

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requires a certain amount of ground and flight instruction in order to qualify for your Private Pilot Certificate. Following is an outline of what is required:

General

Must be 17 years of age

Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language

Must be able to pass a 3rd Class FAA Medical Examination. Must receive a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided the ground training

Pass the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test (Written) 70% or better

Must receive flight training and a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided that training stating that the student is prepared for the Practical Test (Check ride)

Must pass the Private Pilot Practical Test

Flight Training

Applicants must receive and log the following minimum flight training:

40 hours total time 20 hours dual instruction
—3 hours cross country
—One flight at least 100 NM distance
—10 takeoffs and 10 landings
—3 hours flight training with reference only to instruments
—3 hours in preparation for the practical test

10 hours solo
— 5 hours of cross country
— One flight of at least 150 NM distance with full stop landings at 3 airports
— 3 full stop takeoffs and landings at an airport with a control tower

Approximately $7000 Call or E-mail for details