PPL private pilot licence

Private Pilot Certification Course.

The private pilot license is actually a Private Pilot Certificate in the U.S. Our Private pilot course is an alternate program for beginners that are seeking a pilot certificate.

We call it the “FULL” course at our flight school. It requires additional training to meet the FAA’s minimum Certification standards as compared to our Sport Pilot Course. An FAA medical exam is also required.

Private Pilot Privileges:

  • A licensed Private Pilot may fly day and night, may carry as many passengers as the airplane will legally seat, and fly below 18,000 feet. May add (Instruments or Multi-engine ratings).

This course is longer and more expensive than Sport Pilot Certification. Offers Additional privileges than Sport Pilot Certification. Can be achieved or added after receiving your Sport pilot Certification.

Time and Cost

  • As little as 4 months, or fly once or twice a week.

  • The FAA Minimum flight time hours in the aircraft is 40 hours; however, most individuals take 65 hours.

  • Estimated total cost $10K to $16,500,

  • Estimated monthly cost at $1,000

Start Your Flying today

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    Take an introductory Flight.

    30 minutes or 60 minutes with an instructor is all it takes to fall in love with flying. One on One with an instructor. From engine start to landing, students have the opportunity to fly from the left seat under the instructors supervision.

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    Pilot Training Bundle.

    Start flight training with all the materials you need. Excellent gift for that person who wants to start flight training. All you need is an instructor and a plane.

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    Sport Pilot Certification Course.

    “BASIC” pilot course. The fastest, most affordable way to become a pilot. Achieve success quicker. No medical certificate required

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