Private Pilot License Cost Breakdown

Ground School

Learn To Fly Course - Private Pilot Test Prep

Additional ground training: $65/hour

Flight Training in a Cessna 152

• Aircraft Rate: $135/hour (wet)

• Instructor Rate: $65/hour

• Estimated Flight Time: FAA minimum is 40; the national average is 65-75 hrs.

• Total Aircraft Cost: $6,750

• Total Instructor Cost (Flight): $3,250

• Combined Total (152): $10,000

Flight Training in a Cessna 172

• Aircraft Rate: $170/hour (wet)

• Instructor Rate: $65/hour

• Estimated Flight Time: FAA minimum is 40; the national average is 65-75 hrs.

• Total Aircraft Cost: $8,500

• Total Instructor Cost (Flight): $3,250

• Combined Total (172): $11,750

Additional Expenses (Estimates):

• Medical Exam: $225

• Written Exam Fee: $175

• Checkride Examiner Fee: $750

• Supplies, books, headset, charts: $300–$500

Estimated Total Cost:

• Training in a 152: $12,250

• Training in a 172: $14,000

Note: Costs may vary depending on individual student progress and study habits.