Private Pilot License (The First Step)
PRIVATE PILOT TRAINING COURSE
A Private Pilot License is the starting point for all flight training.
The course covers aviation regulations, aerodynamics, flight theory, meteorology, airframes, engines, flight systems, flight instruments, radio and electronic theory, navigation, flight operations and human factors including pilot decision making.
The minimum flight training and practice required by Transport Canada is 45 hours of flight time and 40 hours of ground school. Students generally need extra 20 hrs of practice. Approximate duration is 3 months for full time students.
Cost of this course is budgeted at $9,825 CDN. This includes:
16 Hrs of dual training in a Cessna 150/152 w/ Instructor (Min. of Transport Canada) $2,672
29 Hrs of solo practice in a Cessna 150/152 (Min. requirement of Transport Canada) $3,393
15 Hrs of add'l supervised solo practice in a Cessna 150/152 (Avg. time above the min.) $1,755
5 Hrs of addt'l dual practice in a Cessna 150/152 (Avg. time above min. before flt. test) $835
8 Hrs. of Ground Briefing (Pre & Post Flight) $400
32 Hrs of supervised Ground School (Min. req'mt of Transport incl. briefings is 40 hrs) $375
Starting kit w/ books, supplies and materials $395
TOTAL $9,825 CAD
Summary Cost Breakdown for the above Private Pilot License Course:
Total budget for Tuition and Training Fees $1,825
Total budget for Aircraft Rentals $7,605
Books & Materials $395
TOTAL $9,825 CAD
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