Embark on your journey to become a private pilot with Aspen Flight Academy! Whether for personal leisure, or to start your aviation career journey, we go beyond the standard training
requirements to ensure that you are the best pilot you can be.
Our private pilot training includes top-notch instruction with high-altitude experience in a controlled yet safe environment. You’ll experience navigating through mountainous terrain, busy airspace, dynamic weather, and high altitude operations. Gain experience that will set you apart from other pilots. Our expert instructors will work closely with you to overcome any challenge or obstacle, ensuring that you are prepared to fly anywhere in the world with confidence.
*Three (3) hours of flight training must be conducted within the 2 calendar months preceding the test.
Applicants for a Private Pilot Certificate must:
It is particularly rare students are fully-prepared to meet the FAA checkride requirements with only 40 hours of flight time.
The national average hours logged for students passing a Private Pilot checkride is closer to 70 hours of flight time.
Aspen Flight Academy encourages our students to plan and budget for at least one and a half to twice the minimum required hours. Flying is a depreciable skill, so delays typical in aviation often mean repeating lessons or flying additional hours to maintain proficiency before a test. Moreover, the saying “if you have time to spare, go by air” applies most particularly to earning ratings at the Private Level.
A private pilot certificate in Colorado is similar to a driver’s license for cars. It allows people to fly an aircraft legally. Earning your private pilot license in Colorado requires lots of time and hard work, but the reward is well worth it!
While there are many types of private pilots, most fall into two categories: pleasure flyers or career aviators.
A private pilot certificate is similar to a driver’s license for cars. It allows people to fly an aircraft legally. Earning your private pilot license requires lots of time and hard work, but the reward is well worth it!
While there are many types of private pilots, most fall into two categories: pleasure flyers or career aviators.
Pleasure flyers fly private aircraft for fun or to travel from place to place and are not paid for their services as pilots. Career aviators get their private pilot license as a first step to obtaining their commercial pilot license, which allows the pilot to get paid for flying.
There are many benefits to earning a private pilot certificate. Here are some of the most common reasons people decide to get their private license:
The length of time it takes to obtain a Private Pilot Certificate depends on how often you fly. Typically, if a student schedules 2 lessons each week, training can be completed in around 8 months. However, we are able to tailor our program to fit your needs. Many of our students schedule several lessons a week, depending on their availability. A typical lesson lasts 2 hours and includes both ground and flight instruction. Most students will obtain their Private Pilot Certificate after completing between 40 and 65 hours of flight training.
The private pilot certificate costs anywhere from a few thousand to tens of thousands. The price includes all ground school materials (books), flight time with an instructor, and solo flights necessary to get your private pilot license.
The cost also depends on how long it takes to complete private pilot training, the type of airplane you fly, and where in the country you live.
Liability insurance also affects the overall cost of getting your private pilot license.
Remember, it’s an investment that will pay off for years to come! You’ll be able to fly wherever you want, whenever you want, without having to rely on commercial airlines or private charters.
Aspen Flight Academy offers comprehensive private pilot training designed to be both accessible and rewarding. Our fleet and expert FAA-certified instructors provide top-tier instruction, guiding you through everything from fundamental flight maneuvers to advanced techniques like landing in challenging conditions. With flexible training options tailored to your schedule, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to exceed FAA requirements and become a skilled, safety-focused pilot. Start your journey with us and take your first step toward the skies!
