The minimum training costs for the Private Pilot certificate are as follows:
Items highlighted indicated the minimum training requirements, which total $4350.00, the additional items are necessary, but seldom are shown to the consumer up front.
| 40 hours of aircraft rental |
$2800.00 |
| 30 hours of dual instruction (includes 10 hrs of ground) |
$1200.00 |
| Private Pilot ground school (optional) |
$400.00 |
| Private Pilot kit |
$149.95 |
| Headset |
$157.00 |
| FAA written test |
$150.00 |
| Practical test |
$300.00 |
Total $5156.95
(Actual costs may vary based on individual need)
