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32W751 TOWER ROAD, WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 630-513-2224

Private Pilot Course: 51 Clock Hours

Whether you are beginning your career path to the airlines or just looking for a recreational taste of aviation, this course is the primary base for aviation aspirations and careers. This license is your initial certification from the FAA and it entitles you to act as the pilot of an aircraft and carry passengers in a private capacity (not for pay). This license is limited to flight below cloud ceilings and VFR conditions (typically 18,000 ft in the US).

Admission Requirements.

Must be least 16 years old
Must be able to read, speak, and understand English
Must hold at least a current third-class medical certificate.
Must attend an IAA Entrance interview.
Must hold a high school Diploma or GED.

PRIVATE PILOT COURSE RATES	Pricing
40 hours of flight time @ $120*	$4,800
30 hours of flight training @ $49 =	$1,470
30 hours of ground school (optional)	$185
FAA Medical	$100
Written Exam	$150
Final Exam Fees	$700
Related book kit	$400
Estimated Total	$7,805

Headset Rental

Rent our headsets for $25. We suggest that student pilots and renters purchase their own headsets. Our rental headsets will be available for additional passengers for the rate of $25 per flight.

Piper Arrow Blocktime

Purchase 10 hours of flight time in the Piper Arrow for $165!

Piper Aztec N4515P is available for instruction or rental for $235/hour

Call 630-513-2224 or email

14 week Private Pilot Ground school

The cost for this course is $199 plus the cost of books and materials.

Call 630-513-2224 or email katies@illinoisaviation.com to register or for more details.