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Private Pilot
Private Pilot
A private pilot certificate is your ticket to take to the skies. This is where our students begin their training and will be the first certificate you earn.
Private Pilot Requirments
At least 17 years old (Can start training before then!)
Pass the FAA written knowledge test
Receive at least 40 hours of flight time training
Pass an FAA Private Pilot Checkride
Private Pilot Costs
50 Hours Airplane rental - $6,500
30 Hours Flight Instructor - $1,950
10 Hours Ground Instructor - $550
Written Test, Medical and Checkride Fees - $1,100
Total: $10,100
(Based on average hours for students in Cessna 150, prices will varry based off time required and airplane selection.)
Instrument Rating (IRA)
Instrument Rating (IRA)
Once you have your private pilot’s certificate, improve your aviation skills with Instrument Flight Training. IRA allows you to fly in and above the clouds and also allows you to fly under an Instrument Flight Plan.
Instrument Rating Requirments
Hold at least a current Private Pilot Certificate or concurrently applying for one
Pass FAA written knowledge test
50 Hours of cross country time as PIC
40 Hours of actual or simulated instrument time
Instrument Rating Costs
45 Hours Airplane rental - $8,100
45 Hours Flight Instructor - $3,150
15 Hours Ground Instructor - $900
Written Test and Checkride Fees - $975
Total: $13,125
(Based on average hours for students in Piper Warrior, prices will varry based off time required and airplane selection.)
Commercial Pilot
Commercial Pilot
After receiving your Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating, you get your Commerical Pilot Certificate. This program gives you training to refine your skills and teaches you how to make safe decisions while flying for hire.
Commerical Pilot Requirments
Hold at least a current Private Pilot Certificate
Pass FAA written knowledge test
250 Hours of flight time with at least 100 hours as PIC
20 Hours of training in the following areas:
10 Hours of instrument training
10 Hours in Complex or TAA aircraft
2 Hour cross country with a straight line distance of at least 100 nautical miles (1 in day conditions and 1 in night conditions)
1 Cross country flight of at least 300 nautical miles total distance landing landings at 3 airports and one straight line distance of at least 250 nautical miles
Instrument Rating Costs
80 Hours Airplane rental - $14,400
45 Hours Flight Instructor - $3,375
20 Hours Ground Instructor - $1,300
Written Test and Checkride Fees - $975
Total: $20,050
(Based on average hours for students in Piper Warrior, prices will varry based off time required and airplane selection.)
Multi-Engine
Multi-Engine
If you are looking for the added safety of two engines, you can receive your private pilot or commercial pilot multi engine with us! You will learn how to manage two engines and what to do if you lose an engine while flying.
Multi Engine Add-On Requirements
Hold at least a current Private Pilot Certificate
There is no minimum required hours for a multi engine add-on, but students usually need 6-10 hours
Instrument Rating Costs
10 Hours Airplane rental - $3,300
10 Hours Flight Instructor - $800
10 Hours Ground Instructor - $700
Checkride Fees - $800
Total: $5,600
(Based on average hours for students in Piper Twin Comanche. Prices will varry based off time required.)
Instructor Ratings
Instructor Ratings
If you are looking for CFI, CFI/I or MEI, contact us to talk about pricing!
Airline Transportation License (ATP)
Airline Transportation License (ATP)
We can help you get your ATP license in our Twin Comanches! Contact us for more inforation.
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