FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
Q AND A - FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
Q. How much does it cost to obtain my private pilot's license?
A. Between $5,000.00 and $6,000.00 dollars. This is a difficult question to answer because the cost really depends upon the student. Some students seem to be quicker at applying what is learned in the classroom than others, and some students have the time to pursue their license more aggressively by taking two or more lessons a week. The actual cost on average for most students is between $5,000.00 and $6,000.00. That amount includes most major hidden costs such as, flight physicals, textbooks and other required material, FAA testing etc.
The cost of the instruction airplane is currently $95.00 per hour. The instructor fee is $35.00 per hour for a total of $130.00 per flight hour. Ground school, which is classroom time with the instructor, is $35.00 per hour. * There may be fuel surcharges imposed if the price of Av Gas exceeds $5.00 per gallon.
Q. How long does it take to obtain my private pilot's license?
A. If a student can stay with the lesson plan or two sessions a week and is diligent, it can be done in an average of six months. That being said, we have had students that have accomplished getting their license in a little as four months, and we have also had students that have taken several years. So, the answer is it's really up to the student. There are always circumstances beyond everyone's control such as sickness, weather, instructor availability, equipment issues etc, which can slow the instruction process down.
Q. How much flight time is required.
A. The FAA requires a minimum of forty hours of total flight time; however, that is most unlikely to happen. Most students, on average will spend about 50 hours of flight time before being fully prepared for a FAA check ride.
Q. What can I do with a private pilot license.
A. Pilot's that have obtained their private pilots license can carry passengers and fly anywhere they wish in a single engine aircraft, as long as it is done so in compliance with all FAA rules and regulations. A private pilot is restricted to fly under visual flight rules, in a nutshell that means, you must be able to see the ground and avoid clouds that would restrict your vision. The next step for a private pilot would be to gain experience as a VFR pilot, then consider obtaining their instrument license.
Q. After I earn my pilots license, will there be anything available to fly?
A. Yes, the same plane you take your lessons in is also a rental plane, and will be available to rent. We do allow the plane to be used for trips depending upon flight schedules etc.