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FAA Approved Training

FAA Private Pilot License

Your first step towards becoming a professional pilot. Designed for applicants with zero to little flight experience who want to fly single-engine aircraft as pilot-in-command.

35 Min Hours
FAA Standards
KVNY Airport
Student Pilot in Cockpit

The Foundation of Your Career

PPL (A) training is the first step towards becoming a professional pilot and is designed for applicants with zero to little flight experience.

What is the FAA PPL?

The FAA Private Pilot License – PPL (A) is a qualification that allows the holder to fly on single-engine land (SEL) aircraft in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) as pilot-in-command (PIC) or co-pilot on aircraft in non-commercial operations without remuneration.

Training Highlights

  • Master fundamentals of aerodynamics and flight maneuvers
  • Learn navigation and aircraft systems operation
  • Choice between group or individual theory classes
  • Prepare for the final aeronautical oral and practical Checkride

Entry Requirements

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Age Requirements

16 years of age & above

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Medical Certificate

Must hold a Valid FAA Class 3 Medical Certificate

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Language & Skills

Proficient in English, Math, and Physics

Ground & Flight Requirements

Comprehensive training path including 9 core subjects and practical milestones.

Flight Training Minima

Students can choose between Part 141 and Part 61 training paths. Both lead to the same license but differ in structure.

Requirement Part 141 Part 61
Total Time 35 hours min. 40 hours min.
Solo Flight 5 hours min. Included
Cross Country 50 NM & 100 NM Included

Ground Training Options

The classes are performed based on a pre-set schedule, giving you the possibility to study on a daily basis.

Individual Class

One-to-one classes for virtual or on-site theory.

Group Classes

Study with other students in live virtual classrooms.

Syllabus Subjects

The course covers all 9 mandatory subjects of the PPL syllabus.

  • Meteorology
  • Navigation
  • Communications
  • Aircraft General Knowledge
  • Principles of Flight
  • Air Law
  • Flight Performance and Planning
  • Human Performance and Limitations
  • Operational Procedures
  • Written Exam (70% pass score)

Roadmap to Your License

1

Theory Study

Complete ground training simultaneously with flight lessons under professional lecturers.

2

Written Exam

Pass the theoretical knowledge test at an FAA approved center with at least 70%.

3

Flight Training

Complete the required dual and solo flight hours per FAA Part 141 or 61 standards.

4

Final Checkride

Pass the final oral and practical exam to obtain your Private Pilot License.

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