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Private Pilot |
| A Private Pilot Helicopter rating entitles you to fly recreationally or for business purposes, but you cannot fly "for hire" (be paid to fly). Our Private Pilot Helicopter course additionally includes 35 hours of ground instruction in our training facility. You'll learn all the aspects of flight that you need to be a safe pilot and pass the FAA examinations, including: aerodynamics; how to interact with Air Traffic Control; how to understand weather; and how to plan flights. |
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| FAA Requirements |
- Applicant must hold a third class medical certificate
- Obtain a minimum of 20 hours dual and 20 hours solo flight time
- Pass an FAA oral and flight proficiency examination (check-ride)
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| Course Costs |
| Robinson R-22B Rates |
20 hours dual instruction @ $230/hr* |
$4600 |
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10 hours solo flight @ $205/hr |
$2050 |
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10 hours additional flight @ ~$205/hr** |
$2050 |
| Subtotal |
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$8700 |
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| Ground Instruction |
35 hours @ $40/hr |
$1400 |
| Written Test |
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90 |
| FAA Medical Exam |
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100 |
| Oral and Flight Exam |
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400 |
| Books and Supplies |
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150 |
| Insurance Deductible/Damage Waiver*** |
500 |
| TOTAL COURSE COST |
$11340 |
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*Flight hours are determined by minimums set forth by FAA regulations. Actual hours flown will depend on student's proficiency.
**Depending on pilot proficiency these hours may be dual or solo.
***Insurance Deductible/Damage Waiver is a one
time charge required prior to first solo flight and is
non-refundable. |