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General Requirements

· Applicant must be at least 16 years old to solo, 17 to earn license

· Be able to read, speak, and understand English

· Pass a written, multiple choice exam, with at least a 70%

· Receive an FAA Medical from an Aviation Medical Examiner

Training Requirements

· A minimum of 40 flight hours

· At least 20 hours dual instruction

· At least 10 hours solo flight time

· A minimum of 8 hours cross country (3 dual, 5 solo)

· At least 3 hours dual night flight with at least 10 takeoffs and landings

Limitations & Privileges

· A Private Pilot may not carry passengers or property for compensation or for hire

· A Private Pilot may not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of the flight

· Unless for medical reasons, a Private Pilot is not restricted from flying at night

 

Interested in an Introductory Flight?  Check out the links below for more information.

Private Pilot Price Quote

Cessna 150

(FAA requires a minimum of 40 flight hours.  Quote based on 55 flight hours*)

 

Dual Instruction  

           30 hours @ $115/hour (Airplane rental $80/hr, instruction $35/hr)            $3,450.00

Solo Flight

           25 hours @ $80/hour                                                                            $2,000.00

Ground Instruction

         40 hours @ $35/hr                                                                                 $1,400.00

Books & Materials

           WFS Private Pilot Kit**                                                                             $195.95

           Sectional Chart                                                                                           $9.05

           Cessna 150L Pilot Operating Handbook                                                         $15.00

                                                                                                   Sales tax……     $254.10

 

Total Cost………………………………………………………………………………………….. $7,324.10

*We do not guarantee a student will solo in 25 hours or receive a private pilot certificate in 55 hours.  These figures are estimates of the actual costs.  The cost for each individual varies with factors such as aptitude, frequency of flight training, and pre-flight preparation.  Most students pay as they fly, however, financing may be available from your personal financial institution.  Other financing information is available through Pilot Finance.  An FAA Medical Certificate (Class III) must be obtained.  Prices vary among medical examiners, but an average cost is approximately $150.00.  The cost for the private pilot knowledge exam (written test) is $150.00.  Current cost for a private pilot practical exam (check ride) with a local designated examiner is $300.00.  This quote is based on using our Cessna 150 N11454.

 

** Includes all study materials required.