Private Pilot License (PPL)

Private Pilot Certificate

The Private Pilot License (PPL) is the first step into the world of aviation. It is similar to earning your Driver’s license. As a private pilot, you can fly an airplane and carry passengers (friends, family, co-workers, etc) but not for compensation or hire. The private pilot certificate is the first step for those interested in a career in aviation. Here,  Let’s Fly JAX   ofers you a well-organized, comprehensive, yet flexible training program that is safe, fun, and structured to help you achieve your goals

Enrollment Requirement

  1. Student minimum age requirement is 17 years old.
  2. Be able to read, write, and speak English at ICAO level 4 for non-native English speaker.
  3. Healthy physical condition, capable of getting a 3rd Class FAA before solo flight.

  4. Adequate weekly availability that ensures at least two flight or ground activities per week.

Private Pilot Certification Course

Dual Flight Cessna 172/152

Solo Flight Cessna 172/152

Dual ATD (Redbird TD-2)

Flight Academics

Flight Briefing

Hours

35

10

2.5

20

20

Private Ground School

Ground school is an essential part of flight training and students are required to pass FAA written exam to obtain their private pilot licenses. At Let’s Fly Jacksonville, we offer three types of private Ground Schools to accommodate student’s different learning styles, which allows you to choose from a traditional classroom style study, completely online study or hybrid ground school.

Tuition and Additional Costs

Training tuition of private pilot course is around $10,800, which is estimated based on an average student. Besides flight training portion, additional costs may include pilot supplies (headset, books, etc.) and exams. Please prepare $700-$1400 for these additional items. Please also keep in mind that the flight training cost is estimated based on average hours of a frequently flying student. Actual cost may vary depends on student performance.

Next Step after your Private?

What’s the next step after getting your private license? Get your Instrument Rating and be able to fly under most weather conditions!

Let’s Get Started!

Flying isn’t a difficult skill to learn. It takes passion and dedication to makes this dream a reality. Contact us and get more information from Let’s Fly Jacksonville.

About Let’s Fly JAX

Let’s Fly Jacksonville is based at the historic Craig Field, the site of the very first Blue Angels flight demonstration team airshow. Safety is always our primary concern, and our training is comprehensive, but at Let’s Fly Jacksonville we have fun.