Flight Training
 

• You must be at least 17 years old to take the private pilot practical and written test with a FAA designated examiner. To prepare for this practical test, you must first pass a 60-question knowledge exam where you demonstrate your knowledge of aerodynamics, medical, weather, navigation and rules and regulations.
• You can also prepare for the knowledge exam by self-study, formal ground school privately with your instructor or with a group. Your preparation can be done prior to or concurrently with flight instruction. Flight instruction can begin at any time and will prepare you to meet the flight proficiency requirements.
• Generally, you will need at least 60 hours of flight training to become a pilot. If you fly twice a week, you can complete the training in four to six months. The national average is 65 flight hours for applicants taking the test.

• Instruction for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Instructor or ATP certificates is $42 an hour.  The price for aircraft rental is based on type and year of the aircraft.  All prices are "wet" (including fuel).  Computer Based Instruction (CBI) kits include texts, and all navigation and computational materials, $299.

Where can I take the Knowledge Exam?

• We are currently not administering any CATS testing at the present time. Please contact us for suggested test locations.

Once you get your private pilot license, you have it for life, provided you remain physically qualified. Fees are paid as you fly, so you can build up flight hours and proficiency at your own pace. Capitol Air offers an attractive discounted block time package and can help you with the numerous private and government financing options that are available.