Private Pilot Certificate

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Private Pilot Certificates are commonly the first certificate obtained by a pilot. A Private Pilot may carry passengers, but cannot fly for hire. In addition to this, Private pilots are not able to fly in weather (or what we call IFR conditions).

Open Door Aviation is a Part 61 school, you must complete a minimum of 40 hours of flight time which includes both flight instruction with an instructor and solo flying.

The requirements for becoming a Private Pilot are:

• Be 17 years of age (or 16 to solo)
• Read, speak, write and understand the English language
• Hold a student pilot certificate (which you will receive on your first lesson)
• Receive flight training and a logbook endorsement from an authorized instructor
• Meet the aeronautical experience requirements for the aircraft rating sought
• Pass a practical test for the aircraft rating sought
• Complete a practical (flight) test given as a final exam by an FAA inspector or designated pilot examiner

Private Pilots must pass a Class III medical which must be renewed every 2 or 5 years, contingent upon age. In addition to this, you must complete a flight review with a certified flight instructor (CFI) every 24 calendar months.