| Flight Training Programs |
New Era Flight Services currently provides training programs for the following FAA Pilot Certificates:
- Sport Pilot Certificate
- Private Pilot Certificate
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Instrument Rating
The table below shows the different privleges of each type of certificate: |
 |
Type of Operations or Privileges |
PRIVATE PILOT |
SPORT PILOT |
Requires FAA medical certificate |
YES |
Medical or U.S. driver's license and self-certification |
Aircraft size limitations |
Unlimited (certain aircraft will require specific "type" ratings) |
1,320 lb max certificate gross weight, 2 seats max |
Aircraft with retractable landing gear |
YES |
NO |
Number of passengers that may be carried |
Greater than or equal to 1 |
1 |
Minimum flight training time required under FAR Part 61 |
40 hours
(based on reported averages, it typically takes 70 hours) |
20 hours
(using the averages for Private and Recreational Pilot the typical average could be 33 hours) |
Flight in Class B, C, or D airspace |
YES |
Only with additional flight instruction |
Night flight |
YES |
NO |
Flight outside United States airspace |
YES |
NO |
Less than 3 miles visibility |
YES, in uncontrolled airspace |
NO |
Sightseeing flights benefiting a charity or community |
YES |
NO |
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Requirements for Sport Pilot Certificate:
-
Minimum of Twenty Hours Flight Time
–Fifteen with Certified Flight Instructor
–Five Hours Solo (Flying Alone)
-
Two Hours Cross-country Flying
–Seventy-five Nautical Miles or Greater
–Part of the Minimum Twenty Hours of Flight Time
-
Pass FAA Knowledge Test
–Thirty Questions
–Achieve 70%t or Better Score
-
Three Hours Flight Time
–Preparation for FAA Practical Test (Check ride)
–Part of the Minimum Twenty Hours of Flight Time
-
Pass the FAA Practical Test
-
Present Valid Automobile Driver’s License or Third Class Medical Certificate
–Proof of Medical Health
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Requirements for Private Pilot Certificate:
* Can Be Done Concurrent to Flight Training |
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| Time and Costs for Sport Pilot Certificate: |
Time and Costs for Private Pilot Certificate: |
Item |
Hours |
Cost |
Total |
Aircraft Rental |
30 Hours |
$88 |
$2,640 |
Instructor |
25 Hours |
$22 |
$ 550 |
Ground School |
16 Hours |
$22 |
$ 352 |
Other Expenses |
|
|
$ 300 |
Test Fee |
|
|
$ 90 |
Designated Examiner |
|
|
$ 250 |
Total Costs |
|
|
$4,182 |
|
Item |
Hours |
Cost |
Total |
Aircraft Rental |
55 Hours |
$78 |
$4,290 |
Instructor |
45 Hours |
$22 |
$ 990 |
Ground School |
20 Hours |
$22 |
$ 440 |
Other Expenses |
|
|
$ 350 |
Test Fee |
|
|
$ 90 |
Designated Examiner |
|
|
$ 250 |
Total Costs |
|
|
$6,410 |
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•Assumptions:
–Costs Based On:
–Zodiac CH-601 XL
»$88/Hour (Plus tax)
•Instructor Rate
–$22/Hour (Includes tax)
–Other Expenses
•Supplies, Books, Renter’s Insurance
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•Assumptions:
–Costs Based On:
–Cessna 172 Trainer
»$75/Hour (Plus tax)
•Instructor Rate
–$22/Hour (Includes tax)
–Other Expenses
•Supplies, Medical, Books, Renter’s Insurance
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