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Step 1
The basic requirements for getting your private pilot license are:
Be at least sixteen years of age and be able to read, speak, and write
English fluently.
Enroll in a licensed flight school. Costs range from $3,000 to $4,000 for both ground school and flight training.
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Step 2
Complete the three-to-five week ground school course.
Take the written Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) test at the end
of the course work. The test consists of one hundred multiple-choice
questions and can be taken at FAA testing centers or with licensed test
providers.
Complete thirty to forty hours of actual flight time with the instructor. The school provides the plane. -
Step 3
Complete your “solo” flight without an instructor on board.
Complete your final exam or “check ride” accompanied by an FAAcertified
examiner who will ask you questions and assess your abilities.
Receive your private pilot’s license with a visual flight rating. This allows you to pilot a single-engine aircraft in good visibility during the day or at
night.
Getting your private pilot’s license is not only a straightforward, clear process, but also a lot of fun. Flying is an acquired skill and truly, for a pilot, the sky is the limit.
