Become a Private Pilot
What a pilot sees in a day, people won't see in their lifetime
FAA Private Pilot (PPL)
The first step in your aviation career will be acquiring the Private Pilot Certificate (PPL). We make it our mission to provide top quality pilot training for a reasonable price. This is a in-depth training program which gives students a solid foundation in aerodynamics, meteorology, and hands-on flight experience. Before beginning the course it is recommended you take an introductory flight.
Eligibility
Students must be at least 16 years old to solo, and 17 years for the Check-ride. Students are required to be able to read, speak, and understand the English language and you must hold at least a current third-class medical certificate.
U.S. Citizens
You must prove citizenship status before you begin flight training, by providing one of the following: U.S. passport, US birth certificate, certificate of U.S. citizenship with raised seal, U.S naturalization certificate.
Non-US Citizens
You must first complete a background check with TSA and receive TSA clearance before starting training. To apply please go to: https://www.fts.tsa.dhs.gov/home
General FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Requirements
Must be 17 years of age
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
Must be able to pass a 3rd Class FAA Medical Examination
Must receive a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided the ground training
Pass the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test (Written Exam) 70% or better (Online Ground School and Exam Scheduling)
Must receive flight training and a logbook endorsement from the Authorized Instructor who provided that training stating that the student is prepared for the Practical Test (Check-Ride)
Must pass the Private Pilot Practical Test
Aeronautical Experience
Applicants must receive and log the following minimum flight training:
40 hours total flight time, including 20 hours of dual flight instruction
3 hours of cross country
One flight at least 100 NM total in distance
10 takeoffs and 10 landings at night
3 hours of flight training with reference only to instruments
3 hours in preparation for the practical test
10 hours solo (included in the 40 hour minimum)
5 hours of cross country
One flight of at least 150 NM distance with full stop landings at 3 airports
3 full stop takeoffs and landings at an airport with a control tower