Sporty's Academy, Inc.

Flight Training Department

General Information

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Course Duration

RECREATIONAL PILOT | PRIVATE PILOT | INSTRUMENT RATING | COMMERCIAL PILOT

There are a number of variables which make course duration difficult to predict:

Weather is one of the variables, but we can predict that a percentage of the time will not be flyable. What we cannot predict is the student's preparation and stamina. Students are expected to complete the Sporty's Video Course for the certificate or rating and have completed other assignments before arriving at Sporty's Academy. A student who completes the assignments will take less time to earn the pilot certificate or rating.

Stamina is another factor. Fatigue impairs learning ability. We will not fly with a student who is fatigued.

Airplane and instructor availability are not variables. An airplane and the assigned instructor are available for the student seven days a week.

Listed below are approximate times to complete the courses:

Recreational Pilot 2-4 weeks
Private Pilot 3-5 weeks - (Recreational + Transition)
Instrument Rating 3-6 weeks
Commercial Pilot 3 - 12 weeks
Ab Initio Commercial Pilot 6 - 9 months
Test Preparation Courses: Estimate of duration requires evaluation of previous experience

Special Training

Aircraft Rental

Helicopter Flight Training

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Fees and Expenses

(In US Dollars)

1. Course fees are listed with the information for each course.
2. Books and supplies can vary somewhat, but expect approximately $150.00, more if you need to buy a headset or aviation calculator.
3. An FAA Aviation Medical costs $60.00.
4. Accommodations are available from $45.00 per day.
5. Meals can vary upwards from $10.00 a day.
6. Transportation between the motels and the airport is furnished once a day by Sporty's Academy.