• Private Pilot License Eligibility and Requirements
  
  
• Age 16 to become a Student Pilot, 17 to become a Private Pilot - Rotorcraft.
• Able to read, speak, write and understand the English language.
• Pass a written knowledge test (multiple choice questions).
• Receive flight training and logbook endorsements from an authorized Flight Instructor (Minimum 40 hrs flight time to include at least 30 hrs dual instruction and 10 hrs solo flight).
• Meet certain experience requirements for example cross country and night flying.
• Pass a practical flight test and oral exam with an FAA Examiner.
• Hold at least a Class 3 Medical Certificate.

Hourly Dual Instruction Rates

Schweizer 300 CBI $290.00 per hour with no fuel surcharge
R22 Beta II $290.00 per hour with no fuel surcharge
R44 $495.00 per hour with no fuel surcharge

Example cost for the average pilot (Robinson R22 Beta II):
The national average for initial Private Pilot Rotorcraft is 50 to 60 hrs (4 to 6 weeks)

• 50 hours flight time at $290.00 per hour, $14,500.00
• 30 hours ground school at $40.00 per hour, $1,200.00
• Written examination, $150.00
• Medical On-Site, $115.00
• Practical examination, $450.00
• Pilot supplies and training materials, $100.00
• Grand Total  $16,515

Accommodation (5 weeks at $276.25 per week inc taxes)     $1,250.00

We carry insurance that allows our students to fly solo in our R44's, therefore it is also possible to undertake the full course in the R44 if desired.