Aviation Club LLC
Overview
The Private Pilot License is the most popular pilot certification and allows you to fly an aircraft for personal use, take passengers, and build the foundation for advanced ratings. Our training is tailored to your comfort level and schedule, helping you progress steadily toward your check-ride.
What’s Included
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30–60 minutes of flight time
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Pre-flight walk-through and safety briefing
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Hands-on flying with instructor supervision
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No prior experience required
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Great for future pilots or aviation enthusiasts
What You’ll Learn
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Aircraft control & flight fundamentals
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Takeoffs and landings
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Navigation & cross-country procedures
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Emergency procedures
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Solo flight operations
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Night flying
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Basic instrument flight
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Ground school fundamentals & FAA written exam prep
After Training — Check-Ride Assistance
Once you're ready, we help you schedule your practical test (check-ride) with a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and guide you through prep materials so you walk in confident.
FAA Requirements for Private Pilot Certificate
(Airplane Single-Engine Land)
Per FAA regulation 14 CFR §61.109(a), the minimum required flight training includes:
Minimum Total Flight Hours
40 hours total flight time, including:
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20 hours of flight training with an authorized instructor
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10 hours of solo flight training
Breakdown includes:
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3 hours cross-country training
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3 hours night flight training
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3 hours instrument training
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10 hours solo flight, including 5 hours of solo cross-country
Citations:
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FAA Aeronautical Certification Requirements (14 CFR §61.109): https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/61.109
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FAA Private Pilot Handbook
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook
Realistic Training Timeline
While the FAA minimum is 40 hours, national training averages range from 60 to 80 hours depending on weather, availability, and individual proficiency
Citations:
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FAA Advisory Circular AC 61-65 https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars
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AOPA Training Statistics (typical hours): https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-fly