Programs Offered
Program Costs
Contact us for the current program costs.
Private Pilot Course
This is the first course to be completed for an aviation career. The minimum requirements for this course are listed below:
| Hours | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 48 | Private Pilot Ground School |
| 35 | Flight in Warrior Aircraft |
| 50 | Flight Instructor, including pre/post flight briefings |
Instrument Rating Course
This rating allows pilots to fly in poor weather. The focus is put on flying the aircraft by instruments without using outside references.
| Hours | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 48 | Instrument Ground School |
| 25 | Flight in Warrior Aircraft |
| 54 | Flight Instructor, including pre-post flight briefings |
| 10-20 | Flight Simulator PCATD |
Commercial Pilot Course
The commercial certificate allows the pilot to fly for compensation or hire. This certificate is required for a pilot to be reimbursed for their services. The course requires the applicant to demonstrate a higher level of proficiency while operating the aircraft.
| Hours | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 48 | Commercial Pilot Ground School |
| 120 | Flight in Warrior (105) & Arrow (15) |
| 70 | Flight Instructor, including pre-post flight briefings |
| None | Flight Simulator PCATD |
Multi-Engine Rating
This rating needs to be completed in order to operate an aircraft with more than 1 engine.
| Hours | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 8-18 | Multi-Engine Ground School |
| 7 1/2-15 | Flight in PA44-160 Piper Seminole Aircraft |
| 10-20 | Flight Instructor, icluding pre/post flight briefings |
Other Courses Available
Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor Instrument, Multi-Engine Instructor Courses are also offered. Contact us for more details.
Degree Options
Visit http://www.erau.edu/dyess to get information on degree programs and turning your pilot's certificates into college credits!
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