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private pilot prorgram

Learn to fly for personal travel, recreation, or the pure excitement of aviation.

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Our Private Pilot Program is designed for students who want the freedom and adventure of becoming a pilot. Whether you want to fly for fun, travel with family and friends, or avoid the hassle of commercial airline travel, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

 

Our training program is fully customizable to fit your schedule and learning pace. We focus on building confident, safe pilots through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.

Online Class Work

Complete ground school online and enjoy the flexibility to study at your own pace, on your schedule. Fit your coursework around work, family, or life’s demands without slowing down your flight training.

Flexible Flight Time

We’ve been in your shoes. We’ve balanced work, family, and life while chasing the dream of flight. That’s why our training is built on flexibility and support — no rigid timelines or classroom schedules.

Dedicated Instructors

Our instructors work around you — early mornings, late nights, weekends, whenever you fly best. With flight times that fit your life (not the other way around), we make training as flexible as your goals.

Pre-requisites

Student Pilot Requirements

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  • Must be at least 16 years old

  • Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English

  • Valid U.S. passport or approved identification

  • Submit FAA student pilot application with a Certified Flight Instructor

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Private Pilot License Requirements

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  • Must be at least 17 years old

  • Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English

  • Obtain a Third Class FAA Medical Certificate

  • Complete a minimum of 40 flight hours

  • Pass the FAA written exam

  • Pass the FAA practical exam (checkride)

Timeline

Day 1 | Start Training

  • Meet your instructor 

  • Apply for your student pilot certificate

  • Walk Through Private Pilot License syllabus 

  • Discuss your desired schedule 

  • Take your first flight

Private Pilot Exam4-9 Months(Depending On Schedule Frequency) | Final Private Pilot Exam 

  • Initial flight training for solo flight

  • Solo flight requirements

  • Cross-country flight training

  • Checkride Prep

  • Checkride

12-18 Months | Instrument Flight Rating Final Exam (Optional)

  • Introduction to Instrument Flying

  • Instrument scanning

Continuing Education and Advanced Training

Great pilots never stop learning.

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Flying is a skill that improves through consistent practice, training, and experience. Whether you’re looking to stay proficient, gain confidence, or expand your qualifications, we offer advanced training opportunities for licensed pilots: 

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Advanced Training Options

  • Instrument Training

  • High Performance Endorsements

  • Multi-Engine Training

  • Flight Reviews & Proficiency Training

 

Continuing education not only makes you a safer, more confident pilot, but can also help lower insurance costs and improve rental eligibility.

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At Birds Eye View Aviation, you’ll always have access to quality aircraft, experienced instructors, and a training environment focused on safety and professionalism.

Add-ons mei

  • Non-Professional | 2-3 Months

  • Professional | 1-Month

  • CFII | 1- Month

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"Through Andrew's instruction I passed my Commercial Pilot's Exam and am now able to pursue a career in aviation."

- Nick Staley

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