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Private Pilot License

Have you ever wondered if you could learn to fly? Whether you want to fly for business, or just want to take to the skies for the sheer thrill of soaring above the ground, it all begins with the initial training process. Everyone who flies has started out right where you are now! All it takes is the motivation to get started, and the perseverance to see it all through to the end!

Here are some commonly asked questions:

Who can learn to fly?

Dual instruction (flying with a Certified Flight Instructor) can be given to anyone, but you must be 16 years of age, and pass a 3^rd class Medical exam to be able to fly solo. To receive your Private Pilot’s license, you must be 17 years of age, you must have 40 hours of flight time, and pass both a written and Practical test, or “checkride”. You may not be paid for flying with only your Private License.

What will my Training consist of?

Your training program will consist of a mixture of ground and flight training. Many students prefer to use a home-study program for their Ground training, while others prefer the discussion format found in a formal ground school. Whichever you choose, the goal is to prepare you for the skills you’ll be practicing in your flight training, and to prepare you to take your FAA Knowledge, or “written’ test. This test must be taken, and passed with at least 70% correct, before your checkride.

Your flight training is broken down into 3 phases:

Phase1 will consist of building a foundation of your basic flight skills, culminating in your first solo!
Phase 2 builds upon your initial skills, and adds the advanced maneuvers needed for you cross-country training.

Phase 3 is devoted to honing your skills to the PTS (practical test standards) required to pass your checkride.

During the course of your training period, you will need to take and pass a flight physical exam with an FAA certified flight physician.

How much does it cost?

To reach your goal of flying in VFR conditions (Visual Flight Rules) will vary depending on type of aircraft flown, and the total time needed to complete your training. The FAA requires 40 hours total flight time under FAR Part 61, but many students will need more time to reach their goal.