Private Pilot License
Affordable & Accelerated Pilot Training
What is a Private Pilot License?
The Private Pilot License (PPL), is the first step in your aviation career. It is the foundation course for which all future pilot training is built upon. The Private License is the aviation equivalent of a basic drivers license. It allows you to operate aircraft independently just as you would operate your own personal vehicle. With the Private license you may choose to own your own aircraft or rent from local flight schools. Generally, this course is 80 hours of course work, and requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight experience.
We promise that if you do not pass your checkride the first time, instruction cost for your retraining is free.
Enrollment Requirements
See below enrollment requirments for eligibility for the PPL Course:
Must be atleast 16 years old
Fluent in the English Language
Obtain a Student Pilot License
Obtain an FAA Medical Certificate
Estimated Training Cost
Actual training time can vary. Learn more about the cost of flight training:
Total Training: $11,000 - $14,000
Instruction fee: $3,900
Aircraft Rental: $6,000
Exam & Materials: $1,500
Completion Standards
Below are the experience requirements for the PPL. See full requirements here.
40 Hours of Flight Experience
20 Hours of Flight Instruction
Pass FAA Written Examination
Pass the FAA Practical Exam
Take a Discovery Flight
Not sure if flight school is right for you? Explore the exciting world of flight training by taking a no-obligation introductory flight lesson.
What can a Private Pilot do?
Unlock the beauty of the skies with the Private Pilot Licenses. Whether you plan to fly for fun or begin training to one day fly professional the Private Pilot License is the start of it all!
Fly passengers and equally share flight expenses
Fly to practically any airport in the United States
Cannot be paid to fly passengers or property
You can Demo Aircraft for sale
Provide airplane rides to raise money for charity
Participate in search and rescue missions
There’s never been a better time to start learning to fly! Start your journey today!
The Private Pilot Timeline
Flight training for the Private Pilot License requires 40 flight hours of experience. While the training schedule is flexible, full-time (accelerated) students can expect to complete the course within 1 month. Most students; however, opt to complete one flight lesson per week, this spreads out the training cost and can make overall training more affordable. These student’s typically obtain their license within a 1 year time-frame. Below illustrates the private pilot training footprint:
Pilot Supplies | What you will Need
Before beginning your Private Pilot training be sure you have everything you will need! Your instructor can help answer any questions you may have during your Discovery Flight, but here’s a helpful list to get you started!