Private Pilot
Private Pilot Certificate
The first step on your aviation journey is getting your private pilot certificate. The FAA requires at least 40 hours of flight time to earn this certificate, which is good for life! The amount of time it takes really depends on you, 60 hours is common.
To be eligible to pursue your Private Pilot Certificate you must meet certain requirements.
Be at least 16 years old to fly solo
Be at least 17 years old to receive your private pilot certificate
Read, speak, write and understand English
Obtain at least a third-class medical certificate
How much does it cost?
Flying is not an inexpensive endeavor. If you complete the course in the minimum required time - 40 hours - it would cost at least $9,000. However that is highly unlikely to be the case, we suggest people budget closer to $12,000. Note the most cost effective way to learn to fly, is to fly often, that means 3-4 times a week.