PRIVATE PILOT TRAINING
The Private Pilot License requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight time to obtain. However, the national average is closer to 65 hours. Training for all of our pilot licenses is done on an individual basis. Training is one-on-one and always with a certificated Flight Instructor. We cater our training to your schedule,
We recommend that training be done 2-3 times per week with an average lesson lasting two hours per session; however, we will work around what you are able to do. The cost of the Private Pilot license is variable for each student, and we can discuss those variations over the phone or in person if you like. There are many costs that must be considered when obtaining a private certificate and they are listed below.
The average cost is broken down as follows:
ESTIMATED COSTS:
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Flight Hours - 65 in 172SP
$12,805.00
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Approx. 55 total hours w/ Instructor
$3,300.00
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Charts + Supplies
$40.00
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* Headset Purchase *
$280.00
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* Private Pilot Training Kit *
$359.00
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** Written Test Fee **
$150.00
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** Medical Exam **
$100.00
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** Check Ride Fee **
$500.00
Total Cost Estimate: $17,534.00
* = Optional
** = Associated Cost, not charged by PAC
These costs are based on 55 flight hours before you check ride. The total cost will vary based on how much actual flight time you acquire. If you would like to speak with an instructor about how you can determine your own cost, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your interest in Peak Aviation Center, we look forward to hearing from you.
