Private Pilot Ground School

Course Description: The objective of this course is to orient the incoming student to flight training and provide the theory and concepts needed for preparing for the FAA private pilot aeronautical knowledge test (airplane). Flight time fees not included. Topics include: airplane systems, aerodynamics, flight instruments, procedures & airport operations, communications procedures, weather, regulations, weather services, aircraft performance, navigation, route flight, and cross-country flight planning. 

Course Fee: $2,724

Dates: Start anytime

Flight Hour Fees Includes: $28,435

• 91 flight hours
• flight / start-up kit
• $2,000 budget for check-ride

Prerequisite: None. Recommended to be 16 or older, may begin training at an earlier age. 

Governors State University is Veteran friendly, please contact us to learn how to apply your Veteran Discount to this course.