43 Hour Private Pilot Course
This course includes 43 hours of aircraft rental, including fuel and oil. Up to 30 hours of instruction in flight, 10 hours of solo, and use of the aircraft for the checkride. The FAA written test fee of $150, and the practical test fee of $350 is also included. Any additional instruction required is provided at $140 per hour. It is expected that the student will have studied ground material prior to arriving for the course. We do cover final preparation for the written test, as well as complete preparation for the oral test, however, there is too much material to learn in 14 days without prior study.
The course is 14 days long, with several hours of flying each day that weather allows. It is expected, and required, that we will fly at least 4 hours each day, and that you will be working on test prep when not flying. While I make every effort to keep the course fun, it is a lot of work, and you will need to expect to be fully immersed for the 14 days. It is expected that we will have a couple days of weather, we use that time to work on paperwork, ground instruction, and written test prep.
All required charts, log books, flight planning materials, and unlimited ASA Prepware access will be provided during the training.
There is a written testing facility available right up the road at the Asheville Airport. I work with 2 examiners in the area for the flight test. In the very unlikely event of an unsuccessful initial checkride, we can have a re-test arranged the next day.
It is possible to break the course up into several trips if necessary. If you have to leave for any reason, we will reschedule as soon as possible.
This course requires an FAA Medical and Student Pilot Certificate, which should be acquired before coming to Hendersonville. The typical cost is $110. I can assist with helping you find a local AME to do the exam.
Reservations are required to book a Private Pilot Course. The reservation deposit is $500 and can be paid by credit card. Reservation deposits are refundable with sufficient notice, however, I book out a significant period of my time, and it can be difficult to fill the schedule on short notice, so at least 2 weeks notice is required to completely cancel, otherwise, we will reschedule, and apply the down payment to the new dates.
This course is not guaranteed, and not everyone is capable of finishing in the time allowed. I make every effort to get everyone done, but more time may be required.
TSA requires that a passport or birth certificate be presented prior to beginning training, please be sure to bring one along.
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