Gibson Aviation Services

Learn to Fly

Earn your Private Pilot license on your schedule and gain the freedom to fly single-engine aircraft almost anywhere, day or night, in fair weather.

Private Pilot Certificate

Ready to experience the freedom of flight? Gibson Aviation's Private Pilot Certificate program is your gateway to the highway in the sky. Whether you're flying for fun, personal travel, or future career goals, this certification allows you to pilot single-engine aircraft across the U.S.

You will receive ground and flight training covering everything from aerodynamics and navigation to weather and aircraft systems. Under FAA Part 61, you will log a minimum of 40 flight hours, including solo and cross-country flights, and complete both a written exam and a check ride with an FAA examiner.

VFR Approach at KEAU Ted Gibson with Student Flying KMSP at night Student flying at night Aerial view of field near KLUM

Cost Breakdown

Online Ground School:

$239

Headset:

$119

FAA Written Test:

~$175

Flight Training (20 Hours):

$1,200

Rental (40 Hours, C150):

$4,760

Check ride (Exam + rental):

~$1,500

Total:

~$7,993

Minimum experience and training required by the FAA. According to the FAA, national average for completion is about 75 hours.