Learn to Fly

Cost is one of the first areas an aspiring pilot questions. The following column represents the estimated costs that are typical of someone who gets a Private License over a one year period in 50 hours of flying time in a Cessna 150 (The FAA requires 40). Some PYFC instructors offer flight training at no charge.

Cost of Private Pilot's License

Expense Item
FAA Medical Exam
PYFC Initiation Fee
12 Months Dues (at $38 per month)
60 Hrs. Cessna 150
60 Hrs. Instructor
Ground School
Books, charts, etc.
Written Exam Fee
Practical Test Fee

Total for Private Certificate: $6000.00 est.

 

Private Certificate Milestones

Getting Started: Make an appointment with an instructor and reserve an airplane.

Get Your Medical: Make an appointment with an FAA Medical Examiner. You must have your medical in order to solo.

Join the Club: You may take three hours of instruction before applying for membership. You must be a member to solo.

Ground School and Written Exam: A ground school is held at PYFC each Spring on Wednesday nights. Others are available elsewhere. This is necessary preparation.

Practical Flight Test: The final step where you show an FAA examiner what you can do, and achieve Private Pilot status.