Service · Ozark, AL
Private Pilot Training in Ozark, AL
Your private pilot certificate is the gateway to flying friends and family on your own schedule. We train under FAR Part 61 with a modern fleet at 71J, mixing dual instruction, solo flights, and the ground knowledge you need to pass the FAA written and checkride.
What's included
Scope you can read in a minute.
- Minimum 40 hours total flight time (FAA Part 61)
- Dual cross-country, solo cross-country, and night flying covered
- Ground school support — in person or self-paced video curriculum
- Stage checks before each major milestone (first solo, written, checkride)
- Checkride scheduling and oral exam prep with our DPE network
How it goes
Three stages, no surprises.
We move at your pace, but we map every milestone up front. You always know what's next and who you'll be flying with.
01
Pre-solo
Maneuvers, pattern work, and the FAA written knowledge test. You'll fly with your instructor until you can take off, fly the pattern, and land safely on your own.
02
Cross-country
Navigation, radio work, and longer flights — including dual and solo cross-countries. This is where you start feeling like a pilot.
03
Checkride prep
Stage check with the chief instructor, oral exam practice, and the FAA practical test with a Designated Pilot Examiner. Walk away with your certificate.
Recent work
Examples we can show you.
FAQs
Common questions.
How long does it take?+
Most students finish in 6–9 months flying once or twice a week. Faster if you can fly more often. The FAA minimum is 40 hours — the national average is closer to 60–75 hours, so plan honestly.
What does the whole certificate cost?+
It depends on aircraft choice, how often you fly, and how quickly you study. Call (334) 443-3784 for a current cost estimate broken down by hour — we'll give you a real number, not a sales pitch.
Do I need a medical?+
Yes — at minimum a BasicMed or third-class FAA medical before your first solo. We'll point you to local AMEs and walk you through the application.
What aircraft will I train in?+
Primarily the Piper Cherokee — a forgiving, easy-to-fly trainer. Our fleet also includes a Twin Comanche for advanced training.
More services
Also available.
Discovery Flight
A 30-minute introductory flight where you fly the airplane — not just ride along.
Instrument Rating
Add an instrument rating and fly safely through clouds, weather, and night.
Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate
The certificate every working pilot wants — Commercial Multi-Engine on our Twin Comanche.
Ready when you are
Don't let another year go by on the ground.
Five years from now, you can be the person who flew their family to the beach last weekend — or the person still talking about it.
Most people who say they'll learn to fly never do, because they never take the first step. Book a discovery flight today and we'll be in the air this week.