Complete Private Pilot Course
Fly solo with your Private Pilots License from Paramount Aviation
Paramount Aviation has separated itself from your typical flight school by using modern training techniques combined with superior easy-to-fly state of the art aircraft thats not older than you are.
What is the approximate cost of a Private Pilot Certificate?
This is the breakdown of the average costs involved in obtaining a private pilot certificate your costs may be slightly more or less than average.
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As a Paramount Diamond Club Member your rates are as follows: 40 Hours of Aircraft Rental* (DA20)@$52 $2080 20 Hours of Flight Instruction @$32 $640 Medical Exam Approx. $70FAA Written Test $100(taken right on our site) FAA Flight Test $200 Total $3050 Ground School Optional for $450.00 includes books and written exam * There is tax in Aircraft rental |
| Non-Member rates are: 40 Hours of Aircraft Rental* (DA20)@$73 $2920 20 Hours of Flight Instruction @$40 $800 Medical Exam Approx. $70 FAA Written Test $100 (taken right on our site) FAA Flight Test $200 Total $4065 Ground School Optional for $450.00 includes books and written test * There is tax in Aircraft rental |
Training is also available in our DA40 which you may purchase block time for and save.
Additional items may include: headset, kneeboard, maps, flashlight, flight bag, calculator, any other personal wants/desires, etc… If you are a club member the pilot shop supplies are 10% off.
All our aircraft are properly insured and are maintained by professional licensed mechanics. Our aircraft are even insured for hull damage. Our customers can fly with peace of mind knowing their covered in the event of a mishap.
What license will I be working toward?
You will be working toward a Private Pilot License. At the beginning of your training you will be classified as a Student Pilot. To be eligible for a Student Pilot License, you must be 16 years of age, read, write, speak, and understand the English language. You will also need a Third Class medical certificate. You obtain your Student Pilot License upon completion of the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) medical examination.
What will be required for me to obtain a Private Pilot Certificate?
You must be 17 years of age, read, write, speak, and understand the English language. You will need to pass a routine medical examination performed by a FAA designated examiner. This medical is valid for 24 calendar months (if you are 40 years old or older) or 36 calendar months (under 40 years old).
You will need to pass a written exam consisting of 60 multiple choice questions with a score of 70% or better. Practice tests can be found in multiple places.
Obtain a minimum of 40 hours of fight time consisting of:
- 20 hours dual instruction from an authorized instructor, including at least:
3 hours of cross-country
3 hours of night training including:
- 1 cross-country flight of more than 100 NM total distance.
- 10 takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop
3 hours instrument training
3 hours of flight training in preparation for the practical test within 60 days preceding the date of the test
- 10 hours solo flight training, including at least:
1 solo cross-country flight of at least 150 NM total distance with landings at a minimum of 3 points and 1 segment of the flight consisting of a straight line distance of at least 50 NM between the takeoff and the landing location
3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop at an airport with an operating control tower.
- 10 hours of additional training which may be dual instruction or solo practice.
What are the advantages in flying?
Flying will provide a person with personal satisfaction and the accomplishment of a challenging goal. The time it takes to drive a normal trip will change to half the time flying. The extra time arriving and departing can be spent with family or friends. When you rent an aircraft you are only paying for the time the engine is running which makes it very practical to take a plane overnight or for the weekend. However, most companies will have a minimum charge per day (typically 3 hours).
What can I do with a Private Pilot Certificate?
A Private Pilot Certificate is a basic pilot’s license that allows you to fly passengers or property, but not for compensation or hire. The operating expenses may be shared with the passengers involved via a pro rata share. This certificate will allow you to fly in visual weather conditions anywhere in the United States.
An instructor in each model of airplane must check out all renters.
All renters must sign a rental agreement/contract.
