Our Mission.
Your Legacy.
What is the COST?
Training Estimates
$140/hour @ 40 Hours Total
$5,600
$40/hour @ 30 Hours Total
$1,200
Materials, Physicals, Ground Instruction
$100 - $500
Final Estimate
$7,885 - $8,285
Becoming an FAA-Certified Private Pilot involves meeting a variety of requirements, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. As a student at R1, you’ll receive the training and preparation needed to excel in both the required examinations and the hands-on flight activities.
Our Certified Flight Instructor possesses the abilities to take on any student and offer them a first-class experience in obtaining a Private Pilot Certification.
FAA Private Pilot Requirements
- Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
- Must be at least 17 years of age (16 years of age to fly gliders or balloons).
- Possess a student, sport, or recreational pilot certificate.
- Possess a minimum third-class medical certificate.
- Receive proper ground instruction, flight training, and logbook endorsements.
- Pass required aeronautical knowledge and practical tests.
