Private Pilot
A private pilot is a person who can safely fly and airplane under visual flight rules (VFR). The pilot knows the regulations that allow them to plan and navigate through different types of airspace as well as take off and land an airplane.
Requirements
- US citizen
- 17 years of age
- Read, speak, and write English
Pricing
| Minimum | Rate | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airplane | 40 hours | $160/hour | $6,400 |
| Flight instructor | 30 hours | $55/hour | $1,650 |
| Books and materials | $300 | $300 | |
| Written test fee | $175 | $175 | |
| Ground school | $350 | $350 | |
| Examiner fees | $800 | $800 | |
| Aircraft checkride rental | 1.5 hours | $160/hour | $240 |
| Total | $9,915 |
All costs are estimates based on FAA minimums.
Tailwinds Pilot Training cannot guarantee a license or
rating at a fixed amount of hours.