Private Pilot Certificate

To be eligible for your certificate you must:

• Be at least 17 years of age...
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Pass a FAA medical exam
• Be proficient in flight experience (your instructor will provide training and guidance)
• Pass an aeronautical  knowledge test
• Pass a practical test (a one-on-one oral exam and flight test with an examiner)

Minimum flight training requirements

40 hours total flight experience, of which:

• 20 hours with your instructor
• 10 hours Solo
• 10 hours Practice with or without your instructor

Note: The national average is approximately 65 hours to complete the necessary training to provide proficiency in skills to prepare properly for the practical test.

Additional items:

• Ground instruction
• Books, plotters, charts, and log book
• Aviation headsets
• Ground Study Private Pilot Training Kit from Cessna ($350)