PRIVATE PILOT
ONLINE GROUND SCHOOL
Free Private Pilot Online Ground School
This course covers basic aeronautical knowledge required for the Private Pilot - Airplane written exam. The Ground School course is required prior to beginning your actual flight training and taking the FAA Private Pilot knowledge test and checkride.
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Private Pilot Certificate Requirements
Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires under Part 61:
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Be at Least 17 years old (16 to solo)
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Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
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40 hours or more of flight training, including:
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20 hours dual instruction
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10 hours solo
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3 hours cross-country
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5 hours solo cross-country
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3 hours night flying
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Pass a written exam with 70% or better
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Pass an knowledge and practical exam checkride given by a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE).