PRIVATE PILOT
This course is the primary base of aviation careers. This will allow you to act as Pilot in Command of a single engine aircraft day or night in VFR conditions. You will be able to carry passengers in a private capacity, not for hire. Here at Chickasha Wings we have three aircraft options for you to choose from to obtain this rating. Below is the cost break down to achieve this rating based on (40) flight hours which is the minimal flight hours set by the FAA, the national average to complete this training is 55hrs.
| 25 hours dual instruction in Cessna 150 @ 170/hr | $4,250 |
| 25 hours ground instruction @ 50/hr | $1,250 |
| 16 hours solo practice in Cessna 150 @ 120/hr | $1,920 |
| Books & supplies | $200 |
| Private pilot ground school | $225 |
| Computerized FAA written exam (at our site) | $175 |
| Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner) | $600 |
| Class 3 medical certificate | $80 |
| Total cost | $8,700 |
