Baker Aircraft
Private Pilot Cost Estimates - Rotary Wing Aircraft

                         

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This estimate assumes no previous flying experience.  For fixed-wing pilots there may be a significant reduction in costs depending on your level of experience. This estimate gives you a basis for evaluation, call us to discuss your individual fixed to rotary upgrade program and costs.


Private Pilot Kit

Includes all books and supplies required to prepare for the Private Pilot Written and Practical Exams
 

$350


Aircraft Rental  
                              40 Hrs

40 hours of flight time is required by the FAA.  Half of this time will be solo, the other half with an instructor.  This is a minimum.  More hours may be required.  The helicopter is a Schweizer 300C and the rate is $190/ hour

$7600


Flight Instruction 
                            20 Hrs

20 hours is the minimum required by the FAA.  Students may find that more than 20 hours is necessary. 
$700


Ground Instruction 
                      20 hours

Pre and post flight ground instruction on topics required for flight lesson. 
$700


Medical Examination

Required for solo flight
 

$130


Solo flight

This is the big day that you will always remember.  You'll go into the sky alone with your new found knowledge and make a couple landings.  Next will come a long cross country flight with your instructor, followed by a solo long cross country flight.  The final steps of obtaining your license to fly come next.

This is part of your aircraft rental fee


FAA
Written Exam Fee 
Complete the course material, study for the exam and take the test.  When successfully completed you are ready for the flight test.

$100


FAA Practical Exam Fee
This is the flight test with an FAA designated examiner to test your flying skills.  Once successfully completed, you will receive your signed Private Pilot Certificate.
 

$600

Total Cost Estimate        $10,180.00 You can complete your training at your own pace and pay as you go or purchase block discounted rates.

We also offer accelerated programs for individuals with time restrictions. 

 

Train with the latest technology utilizing our Garmin 530 with WAAS and HSI.
 

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FINANCING AVAILABLE
Through Pilot Finance Inc.
Applications Available at Baker Aircraft

More financing information at www.pilotfinance.com and www.aopa.org/info/certified/funds.html

 

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