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PILOT CERTIFICATES

PRIVATE PILOT

$11,800*

The initial certificate that sets the foundation for your pilot skills and knowledge. It allows you to take command of an aircraft for any non-commercial (not for hire) use. A private pilot can fly under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). This means you must stay out of clouds. Passengers may be carried but the pilot may not be compensated for services as a pilot.

Requirements

  • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language

  • Must be at least 17 years old at the time of your final check ride (16 years old to solo)

  • Possess a current FAA third-class medical certificate

  • Meet the aeronautical experience requirements of 14 CFR 61.103

  • Pass the FAA Private Pilot written test

  • Pass a FAA Private Pilot practical exam.


​* Price does not Include written (`$150) and exam (~$550) fees paid to testing facility / examiner. Above estimates based on average completion time. Actual cost dependent on student proficiency.

AIRCRAFT

50hrs

INSTRUCTOR

55hrs

ONLINE COURSE & KIT

Yes

INSTRUMENT RATING

Permits flight under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). This allows you to fly in the clouds and with decreased visibility.

Requirements

  • Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language

  • Hold at least a Private Pilot certificate

  • Hold a current FAA medical certificate

  • Meet the aeronautical experience requirements of 61.65(d)

  • Pass the Instrument written test
  • Pass the Instrument practical exam 

AIRCRAFT

35hrs

SIMULATOR

10hrs

INSTRUCTOR

55hrs

ONLINE COURSE & KIT

Yes

COMMERCIAL PILOT

In order to fly for compensation or hire you must hold a commercial certificate. You will demonstrate proficiency in more complex maneuvers and will be held to a hirer standard and have a further understanding of systems and aeronautics.

Requirements

  • Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Hold a current FAA medical certificate

  • Meet the aeronautical experience of 14 CFR 61.123 including 250 total hours.

  • Pass the FAA Commercial Pilot written test

  • Pass the FAA Commercial Pilot practical exam

AIRCRAFT

20hrs

INSTRUCTOR

30hrs

ONLINE COURSE & KIT

Yes

MULTI-ENGINE ADD-ON

Allows you to fly multi-engine aircraft. This is added-on to a private or commercial certificate.

Requirements

  • Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language

  • Hold a current FAA medical certificate

  • Hold a Private or Commercial certificate

  • Pass the FAA Multi-Engine practical exam

AIRCRAFT

10hrs

INSTRUCTOR

15hrs

ONLINE COURSE & KIT

Optional

CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR - CFI

Start becoming an expert in aviation, build time and get paid for it. CFI allows you to instruct in the aircraft you are rated for.

Requirements

  • Be able to read, speak, write and understand the English language

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Hold a commercial or airline transport pilot certificate with an aircraft category and class rating that is appropriate to the flight instructor rating sought; and an instrument rating, or privileges on that person’s pilot certificate that are appropriate to the flight instructor rating sought

  • Meet the aeronautical experience of 14 CFR 61.183 

  • Pass the FAA CFI written tests (x2)

  • Pass the FAA CFI practical exam

AIRCRAFT

15hrs

INSTRUCTOR

35hrs

ONLINE COURSE & KIT

Yes

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