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Auburn Airshow

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Private Pilot


The private pilot certificate is usually the first step in your aviation journey.


Earning your private pilot certificate enables you to experience the world from a new perspective. Imagine flying to Monterey for lunch or spending a weekend in Reno with friends without having to drive. You will have mastered the fundamentals of airmanship, navigation, and communication. As a result, will be given the privilege and responsibility to fly virtually anywhere under Visual Flight Rules (VFR).



Basic Requirements:
To get a private pilot’s license, you must
  • be at least 17 years
  • have a current FAA third-class medical certificate
  • log at least 40 hours of flight
  • have at least 20 hours of flight with an instructor
  • have at least 10 hours of solo flight
  • pass the FAA Private Pilot Airmen Knowledge written test
  • pass a FAA Private Pilot flight exam