Course | Part 141 | Part 61 | ||
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Requirements | Features | Requirements | Features | |
Private Pilot | 35 hours minimum total time | Structured syllabus, FAA-approved curriculum | 40 hours minimum total time | Flexible training schedule, customizable curriculum |
Instrument Rating | 30 hours minimum instrument time | Reduced instrument time requirements | 40 hours minimum instrument time | Adaptable to student's schedule |
Commercial Pilot | 190 hours minimum total time | Structured commercial operations training | 250 hours minimum total time | Flexible timeline and training approach |
Multi-Engine Rating | FAA-approved syllabus hours | Standardized multi-engine curriculum | No minimum hours requirement | Performance-based completion |
Flight Instructor | Structured teaching curriculum | Standardized instructor training program | No set minimum hours | Flexible preparation approach |
Note: These are minimum requirements. Actual completion times may vary based on individual progress and proficiency.
The training cost for the aircraft rental and the instructor fee is around $10,000 to $12,000. It doesn't include the medical examination fee, FAA knowledge test, the checkride fee, and the student pilot kit.
Our comprehensive private pilot curriculum follows FAA requirements and is designed to prepare you for both the written test and practical exam (checkride). The course is divided into ground training and flight training components.
Essential knowledge areas required by the FAA for private pilot certification.
Critical knowledge areas for safe flight operations and decision making.
Fundamental flight maneuvers and procedures required for private pilot certification.
Complex maneuvers and advanced flight operations required for certification.
Part 141 follows a structured, FAA-approved syllabus with stage checks, while Part 61 offers more flexibility in training sequence.
Initial flight training and knowledge leading to first solo flight.
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