A Private Pilot Certificate is meant for those who would like to fly themselves but is also the beginning point for those who wish to pursue an Instrument Rating and/or pursue a Commercial Pilot Certification.
Reasons for obtaining a private pilot certificate can be plenty. Often times people are interested in flying just for fun. Another advantageous reason for one to obtain a private pilot certificate is to use an aircraft to support a business or other professional reason. Flying can reduce travel times over driving as well as add a competitive edge by reaching more people in a shorter amount of time. No matter what your objective is, a private pilot certificate allows for many useful options.
A private pilot certificate allows you to be the pilot in command (PIC) of any aircraft that weighs less than 12,500 pounds (a specific rating may be required for certain aircraft). As a private pilot you are allowed to fly under visual flight rules (VFR) any time of day with respect to civilian approved airspace. A private pilot is allowed to carry passengers as well as fly in furtherance of a business so long as the private pilot is not receiving compensation or goods for services as a pilot. According to federal regulations passengers of the aircraft are only allowed to pay a pro-rata equal share of the flight expenses, for items such as fuel, oil, aircraft rental costs, hangar fees, and airport expenditures.
With a private pilot certificate, you can rent our aircraft and fly anywhere in the United States with respect to civilian approved airspace. Along with our training model aircraft we have a technologically advanced Cirrus SR20 aircraft https://cirrusaircraft.com/aircraft/sr20/ available for rent with Cirrus Aircraft advanced training course completion.
Private pilot flight training in comprised of two main areas:
Just like learning any new skill or new language, flying will take a steady commitment of time. Although this time does not have to be excessive and overwhelming we do recommend consistency which will prove to be beneficial in material retention and certification. Our recommendation is at least 2 lessons per week. We have many students that book upwards of 5 lessons per week which is very easy to accommodate with our staffing of Certified Flight Instructors. We are open year-round Monday through Saturday. We are closed Sundays and most major holidays. Sundays can be booked by appointment only with direct approval of your desired Certified Flight Instructor.
Rising Wings Aviation Inc. currently has a fleet (insert hyperlink to fleet) of Cessna 172s and a Cirrus SR20 Perspective Glass Panel Aircraft in which you can learn to fly. The Cessna 172 has a long history as a smooth and affective flight training aircraft. Cirrus Aircraft is a state-of-the-art modern aircraft that comes standard with an airframe parachute https://cirrusaircraft.com. Our fleet consists of aircraft equipped with everything from the basic analog gauges nicknamed the “six pack” (for its arrangement of the 6 standard flight gauges) as well as the most advanced Garmin G1000 glass panel cockpit.
This is very dependent upon how often you are able to fly as well as spend time studying outside of flight your scheduled lessons. Your overall training time can be significantly reduced by utilizing our Certified Flight Instructors for ground lessons as well as routinely spending time on your Sporty’s home study training material. Flying a minimum of 2 lesson blocks per week you can expect to have your certificate in approximately 8-12 months.
Flight training costs dependent on the student. If you fly regularly, and are able to complete the course syllabus in the minimum times specified by the FAA, your total costs will be less. Below is a breakdown based on the FAA minimum requirements:
Cessna 172 |
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| FAA Minimum Hours | Typical Average | |||
| Hours | Cost | Hours | Cost | |
Cessna Aircraft Rental |
30 | $6,600 | 48 | $10,560 |
Cessna Aircraft Solo Rental |
10 | $1,450 | 12 | $1,740 |
| FAA Medical Examination Fee | $125 | $125 | ||
| Flight Training Materials | $275 | $275 | ||
| Aircraft Rental Insurance/year | $260 | $260 | ||
| Ground Instruction | $1,500 | $1,500 | ||
| FAA Knowledge Exam | $160 | $160 | ||
| FAA Medical Exam | $125 | $125 | ||
| FAA Examiner Fee Practical Test | $400 | $400 | ||
| Aircraft Rental Fee for Practical | $230 | $230 | ||
| Estimated State Sales Tax Non-Instruction Aircraft Rental |
$87 | $87 | ||
| Total | $11,087 | $15,337 | ||
| * These prices are an estimate. Actual costs vary per student depending on the proficiency and preparation of the student. | ||||
Cirrus SR20 |
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| FAA Minimum Hours | Typical Average | |||
| Hours | Cost | Hours | Cost | |
Cirrus Aircraft Rental |
30 | $9,750 | 48 | $15,600 |
Cirrus Aircraft Solo Rental |
10 | $2,500 | 12 | $3,000 |
| FAA Medical Examination Fee | $125 | $125 | ||
| Flight Training Materials | $500 | $500 | ||
| Aircraft Rental Insurance/year | $260 | $260 | ||
| Ground Instruction | $1,500 | $1,500 | ||
| FAA Knowledge Exam | $160 | $160 | ||
| FAA Examiner Fee Practical Test | $400 | $400 | ||
| Aircraft Rental Fee for Practical | $375 | $375 | ||
| Estimated State Sales Tax
Non-Instruction Aircraft Rental |
$150 | $150 | ||
| Total Private Pilot | $15,720 | $22,070 | ||
| * These prices are an estimate. Actual costs vary per student depending on the proficiency and preparation of the student. | ||||
Call us at 307-472-4359 for any questions you may have on how to get started. We can send you information on how to obtain your FAA medical certificate as well as schedule a face to face FREE student consultation where we can cover the program details and answer any questions that you may have about our flight training program.
To begin you will need:
Prior to your first solo flight, you will need:
Before your FAA practical exam, you will need to meet all applicable requirements of FAA Federal Regulations 14 CFR part 61 (includes but not limited to):