• Eligibility: Must be at least 17 years old, speak English, and pass a third-class medical exam.
• Training Requirements:
• Complete ground school training to learn about aircraft systems, FAA regulations, and flight principles.
• Log at least 40 flight hours (including 20 with an instructor and 10 solo hours).
• Pass the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test.
• Complete a checkride with an FAA examiner.
• What does it allow?: You can fly solo, carry passengers, and share flight expenses but not for hire or compensation.