There are a lot of factors that will determine what a Private Pilot License (Certificate) will cost you. The first things you want to think about are:
1: Airplane Price Per Hour
2: Flight Instructor Price Per Hour
Depending on where you are in the country these rates can be dramatically different. These two rates will be the most important factors however, there are other factors that can dramatically increase your cost. I will give you some examples of things you want to look at.
Not everyone who aspires to be a fighter pilot can become one. You have to have the makings of a first class officer dedicated to defend your country in the toughest of situations. The technical part of flying fighter jets comes after that.
Openings In The Air Force, Navy, Marines, Army And Coast Guard
The openings for a career as a fighter pilot exist only in the Air Force and the Marine Corps. The Coast Guard or the Army does not have fighter pilots. In any case, you cannot directly become a pilot, let alone a fighter pilot. You must first become an officer and then, just before being commissioned, put in a request to become a pilot. If you are selected, you will have to undergo further training known as UPT (Undergraduate Pilot Training).
In the past being a private airplane pilot was an expensive and painful venture. That is no longer the case, or at least the pain and the costs are reduced a lot. The saver’s name is light sport aircraft – the new aviation category introduced by FAA few years ago.
The pilots love fixed wing light sport aircraft because of their affordability, the comfort they offer and the high speed – up to 120knots/138mph allowed. The price of such airplane can beat the price of a new car and certification and education take much less than obtaining a typical private pilot license. Sounds good?
What does it take to obtain the license?
The education for becoming a light sport aircraft usually costs between $3,000 and $4,000. It will take you a couple of months or so to finish the course, depending on your availability. Here is what else is required:
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