Private Pilot

Private Pilot License

Where it all begins; the Private Pilot License.

To Fly!!! Mankind has dreamed of flying for ages. Those dreams became reality over 117 years ago, and you too can join that cadre of those who call themselves: "Aviators". We here at Peak Aviation are passionate about helping you pursue those same flying goals. Whether its just as an enthusiast, or toward a career, we are here to help.

"One mile of highway will take you one mile, but one mile of runway will take you anywhere!"

Step #1 in pursuite of your Aviation dreams!

The Private Pilot license requires an FAA minimum of 40 hours of flight training time to obtain. However, the national average to be at the skill level thee FAA requires to pass the practical test, the "Checkride", is closer to 65 hours. Training for all of our pilot certificates is done one-on-one and always with a Certificated Flight Instructor. We cater our training to your schedule specifically, however we recommend training 2-3 times per week to be most effective. At this pace, you can achieve your Private Pilot license in less than 6 months. Each lesson averages about two hours from start to finish, or as needed for a particular lesson. The total cost for the Private Pilot license is variable for each student, dependent on aircraft used, and personal capabilities. This estimate for the Private Pilot license gives a good "ball-park" idea of the cost breakdown, using the Cessna 172SP.

		COST:
Flight Hours - 172SP	65	$12,480.00
Flight Instructor Hours	55	$3,300.00
Charts / Supplies		$40.00
Headset Purchase *		$280.00
Private Pilot Training Kit *		$359.00
Medical Exam **		$100.00
Written Test Fee **		$150.00
Check Ride Fee **		$500.00
Total Cost Estimate		$17,209.00

* = Optional

** = Associated Cost, not charged by PA.

This estimate is based on 65 flight hours in the Cessna 172SP, before your checkride. The total cost for the Private Pilot license, will vary based on how much actual flight time you require to be at the proficiency/skill level to pass the FAA checkride. The 65 hours is just the national average for flight students to be at that skill level. Each student learns at a different pace, so your individual amount of flight training may well be less!

If you have further questions regarding the private pilot flight training, or are ready to get started, please give us a call! (719) 573-4452. Thank you for your interest in Peak Aviation, we look forward to helping you achieve your aviation goals!

Instrument Rating

Instrument Rating

Advance your flying skills with the IFR rating.

Learn to fly in the clouds! As with all our training, we place a strong emphasis on emergency procedures and professionalism so you are not only prepared to pass the checkride, but are an Instrument Rated Pilot who will fly confidently for years to come!

Step #2 towards a Professional Pilot career!

The Instrument Rating requires a minimum of 40 hours of either simulated or actual instrument time to obtain. In addition, the Instrument Rating requires that you have 50 hrs of PIC cross-country time at the time of the checkride. As a Private Pilot, you will already have at least 5 hours of cross-country, so we have included another 40 hrs in this cost estimate. Training for all of our pilot certificates is done one-on-one and always with a Certificated Flight Instructor. We will cater our training to your schedule. This estimate for the Instrument Rating, is using the Cessna 172SP.

		COST:
Flight Hours - 172SP	20	$3,840.00
Flight Hours - Sim	20	$1,260.00
PIC X/C Time - 172SP	40	$7,680.00
Flight Instructor Hours	50	$3,000.00
Charts / Supplies		$40.00
Instrument Training Kit *		$359.00
Written Test Fee **		$150.00
Check Ride Fee **		$800.00
Total Cost Estimate		$17,129.00

* = Optional

** = Associated Cost, not charged by PA.

These costs are based on using our Cessna 172SP. Some students may prefer a different aircraft in our fleet, so the cost may vary. The per flight total cost will always vary based on how much actual flight time you acquire and on how much ground training time is used to ensure that you gain the necessary knowledge.

If you have further questions regarding the instrument flight training, or are ready to continue, please give us a call! (719) 573-4452. Thank you for your interest in Peak Aviation, we look forward to helping you achieve your aviation goals!

Commercial Pilot

Commercial Pilot License

Hone your flying skills to the Pro level.

Learn to control an airplane toward the limits of it's capabilities, while expanding your knowledge of the safety and precision required to fly at a Commercial level.

"It is possible to fly without motors, but not without knowledge and skill" ~Wilbur Wright

Step #3 in becoming a Professional Pilot!

The Commercial Pilot License requires a minimum of 250 hours of total flight time. There are specific distance requirements for cross-country flights, as well as a "Complex" aircraft endorsement. This license takes all you learned in the Private and Instrument training, and now refines those skills to a more precise level of flying. As with all of our training, the Commercial Pilot License is done one-on-one and always with a Certificated Flight Instructor. We will cater our training to your schedule. This estimate for the Commercial Pilot License, is using the Cessna 172SP, and the Cessna 182RG.

		COST:
Flight Hours - 172SP	25	$4,800.00
Flight Hours - 182RG	10	$2,470.00
Flight Instructor Hours	25	$1,500.00
Charts / Supplies		$40.00
Commercial Training Kit *		$359.00
Written Test Fee **		$150.00
Check Ride Fee **		$800.00
Total Cost Estimate		$10,119.00

* = Optional

** = Associated Cost, not charged by PA.

These costs are based on using our Cessna 172SP primarily, but includes the checkout in the Cessna 182RG for your "complex" and "high performance" endorsements. Some students may prefer a different aircraft in our fleet, so the cost may vary. The per flight total cost will always vary based on how much actual flight time you acquire and on how much ground training time is used to ensure that you gain the necessary knowledge.

If you have further questions regarding the commercial pilot license flight training, or are ready to continue, please give us a call! (719) 573-4452. Thank you for your interest in Peak Aviation, we look forward to helping you achieve your aviation goals!

Flight Instructor

Certificated Flight Instructor Rating

Now you can teach others the joy of flying.

There is a real level of understanding of a subject, when you can turn around and teach it to someone else. In the Flight Instructor rating, you take all of your experience thus far, and now transition from Student to Teacher.

Step #4 Skilfully guiding others to fulfill their own dreams!

The Certificated Flight Instructor Rating will transition you from the student to now be the teacher. The amount of flying required to get you proficient flying from the right seat, and teaching throughout each maneuver, completely relies on how quickly you can adapt. More of the training will be in classroom sessions, as you now will present a lesson and teach it, with critiques and tips from your Instructor. There are 2 written test to take for this rating. And as with all of our training, the Certificated Flight Instructor rating is done one-on-one and always with a Certificated Flight Instructor. We will cater our training to your schedule. This estimate for the Certificated Flight Instrucotr rating, is using the Cessna 172SP, is:

		COST:
Flight Hours - 172SP	15	$2,880.00
Flight Instructor Hours	50	$3,000.00
Charts / Supplies		$40.00
Written Test Fee **		$300.00
Check Ride Fee **		$800.00
Total Cost Estimate		$7,020.00

* = Optional

** = Associated Cost, not charged by PA.

These costs are based on using our Cessna 172SP. Some students may prefer a different aircraft in our fleet, so the cost may vary. The per flight total cost will always vary based on how much actual flight time you acquire and on how much ground training time is used to ensure that you gain the necessary knowledge.

If you have further questions regarding the CFI flight training, or are ready to continue, please give us a call! (719) 573-4452. Thank you for your interest in Peak Aviation, we look forward to helping you achieve your aviation goals!

Mountain Training

Mountain Training

Flying here in the shadow of Pike's Peak, and the higher field elevations of Colorado present an awe inspiring opportunity to add to your aviation skills. An airplane will perform differently here, than it does at lower elevations toward sea level. We will do a Mountain training flight, to orient a pilot to the unique challenges presented in flying over mountainous terrain. Our typical training pattern will involve flying west from Colorado Springs, though a few different mountain passes, toward the Buena Vista area, then on to Leadville. Landing at Leadville, you can get your certificate for landing at the highest elevation airport in the US, at almost 10,000msl!! Longer flights are possible if there is interest in going further into the back country!

FAA Doctors

FAA-Approved Aviation Medial Examiners (AMES's)

Dr. Jerome Limoge

5763 Camber View
(719) 374-5943
Inside Cutter Aviation FBO, next to jetCenter
Online scheduling: drlimoge.as.me
Evenings & Weekends (All Exams Avail)
$100 for exams (Cash & Check Only)
$50 extra for EKG’s if needed

Dr. Anthony Christoff

715 N. Cascade Ave.
(719) 667-5214
All Exams Available
$110 for exams
$65 extra for EKG’s if needed

Financing

Financing

We are happy to recommend Pilot Finance, Inc. for financing your aviation dreams.

Please refer to their webpage for more information.

www.pilotfinance.com