Accelerate your journey to becoming a licensed pilot with our immersive Private Pilot Accelerated Course. Designed for committed students ready to train intensively, this program provides everything you need—from ground school to solo flights—to earn your Private Pilot Certificate quickly, safely, and efficiently. Personalized instruction, focused curriculum, and real-world training strategies ensure you're not just checkride-ready, but truly confident in the cockpit.

Training Overview

This accelerated program combines structured flight training with guided ground instruction to prepare students for the FAA Private Pilot practical test in a compressed timeframe. Students will receive one-on-one instruction in a modern training aircraft and have access to comprehensive test prep resources. Flight lessons cover everything from basic maneuvers to cross-country navigation and emergency procedures. Our goal is to develop safe, competent, and confident pilots. Key Components: Aircraft preflight & systems knowledge Airport operations & radio communications Flight maneuvers (takeoffs, landings, stalls, slow flight, etc.) Cross-country planning & navigation FAA knowledge test preparation Checkride prep & mock oral exams

Prerequisites Required

To begin this course, students must: Be at least 16 years old to solo and 17 to be eligible for a certificate Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English Hold a valid FAA 3rd Class Medical Certificate or BasicMed Provide proof of U.S. citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate & Government-issued ID)

Airport(s)

KOGD

Specific Aircraft Access

Van's RV-12

Total Flight time (Hours Dual Instruction, Ground Instruction, etc)

⏱️ Total Flight Time (approximate for planning purposes) 35–45 hours Dual Instruction 10 hours Solo Flight Time 10 hours Ground Instruction Total: 55–65 hours combined training time Note: While the FAA minimum is 40 hours, most students complete the course between 45–70 hours.

Requirements

Commitment to a full-time training schedule (typically 5–6 days​/​week) Dedication to studying outside of lessons (homework & simulator practice) A positive attitude, open mind, and readiness to work hard Availability for consistent daily flying and ground instruction to stay on track

Training Length/ Recommended Pace

This accelerated course is designed to be completed in 30 days with full-time participation. Students flying daily with 2 hours of flight and ground instruction can expect to finish within this window. A slightly extended pace (3–4 weeks) is available for students with scheduling limitations.

Additional Expenses (Not included)

The following items are not included in tuition and are the student's responsibility: FAA Medical Exam: ~$125 FAA Written Test Fee: ~$175 FAA Checkride Examiner Fee: ~$800-$1500 TSA Background Check (if applicable for non-U.S. citizens) Headset (rental or purchase available): ~$100-$1300 Chart subscriptions or EFB app (e.g., ForeFlight): $0-$300 Housing and travel (Recommendations upon request)

Cancellation Policy

We understand that schedules can change. Here’s our cancellation policy: - Flight or ground lessons must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee. - Cancellations made within 24 hours will be charged 20% of the scheduled lesson cost. - For full program cancellations, deposits are refundable if canceled at least 7 days before the scheduled start date. - No-shows or last-minute program withdrawals may result in forfeiture of a portion of prepaid tuition. *We are happy to work with students to reschedule when needed, but consistent attendance is critical for accelerated training success.