Private Pilot Certificate

Requirements

• At least 17 years old by the time of your "FAA Checkride"
• Demonstrated ability to read, speak, write and understand english
• 3rd Class Medical Certificate
• 40 hours of flight time, including:
  • 3 hours of cross-country flight training
  • 3 hours night flight training including:
    • 1 night cross-country flight
    • 10 full stop takeoffs and landings
  • 3 hours of simulated "instrument training"
  • 20 hours from an authorized instructor
  • 10 hours of solo flight training, which includes:
    • 5 hours of those hours cross-country time
    • 1 solo cross-country flight greater than 150 nautical miles
    • 3 solo takeoffs/landings

Exams Required for Certification

• Knowledge Test
  • Multiple choice exam administered by FAA authorized facility
• FAA Checkride
  • Oral Exam
  • Flight/Practical Exam