Private Pilot Certificate in San Diego
Get Your Private Pilot Certificate in Southern California!
Private Pilot Certificate Program in San Diego
Earn your Private Pilot License in San Diego with FlySocal. Our flexible training program fits your schedule and provides personalized instruction. Most students complete training in 4–12 months, logging between 55–70 flight hours to reach certification.
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Private Pilot Certificate:
Timeline, Cost and Requirements
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Be at least 17 years old at the time of application
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Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
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Obtain a medical certificate from an FAA-authorized physician
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Complete and log the required ground training
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Pass the FAA written knowledge test (multiple-choice format)
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Accumulate a minimum of 40 hours of flight instruction and solo time under Part 61
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Successfully pass the FAA checkride, which includes both an oral exam and a practical flight test with a designated examiner
Private Pilot Certificate in San Diego: Cost Breakdown (FAA - ASEL)
Program | Hours | Cost |
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Total Cost | 55 Hours | $16,175 |
CFI | 55 Hours Dual | $4,950 |
C172N | 55 Hours | $8,525 |
Pre/post Flight | 15 Hours | $1,350 |
Ground Instruction | 15 Hours | $1,350 |
Additional Student Expenses (approx. $1,500):
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Headset
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Online ground school
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Kneeboard
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iPad
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ForeFlight subscription
FAA Checkride Fee: $1,500
Private Pilot License Training in San Diego Photo Gallery
Have a look at what some of our private pilot students did during SOCAL's PPL course.
