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AIRPLANE PRIVATE PILOT CERTIFICATION

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 141 Program offers a private pilot certificate that allows the holder to serve as pilot in command of a single-engine airplane while carrying passengers. This program is ideal for individuals who are unsure if they want to pursue flying as a full-time career. Students who complete this program and choose to continue in aviation can later enroll in the Commercial Pilot Certification Program or the Professional Pilot Diploma Program "A", with credits applied for the Private Pilot Certification Course.

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Eligibility for Enrollment includes:

  • A valid FAA medical certificate

  • The ability to read, speak, and understand English

  • A minimum age of 16 at the start of the course

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The minimum flight training requirements are set by the Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 61 or the Part 141 approved school syllabus. However, in some cases, this may not provide sufficient training for a student to achieve private pilot proficiency. Students have the flexibility to progress at their own learning pace, aiming to complete the program in the shortest time possible. Still, it’s important to account for the possibility that additional training beyond the minimum time may be necessary. It's common for students to require an extra 5 to 10 hours of dual instruction to complete the program. Any additional training will be billed at the school's current rates.

 

Ground school will be completed using either the FAA-approved Pelican Ground School or a Computer-Based Training system.

Program Overview (May vary)

  • 35 hours in-class ground school

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  • 15 hours pre- and post-flight briefings

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  • 1,2 hours dual AATD ALX Simulator

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  • 22,8 hours dual instruction in a Cessna 152

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  • 11 hours solo in a Cessna 152

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  • 2 hours FAA Exam (Aircraft fee)

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