Private Pilot's License Breakdown // Complete Process // + Money Saving Tips

How to become a pilot! This is the ENTIRE process of getting your Private Private's License! This video explains what it takes to get your pilot's certificate! I explain the different pilot's certificates, and why you want to go after your private pilot's certificate instead of your recreational or sport pilot certificate. I also explain all the steps Start to Finish on how to get your license.
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[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Excellent video. I found that a home flight simulator was a great tool to practice with. You can get more time looking at the instruments, following procedures/check lists, amd making radio calls. It helped me get to my first solo quicker.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yeah, I’ve noticed that students who use a flight simulator pick things up quite a bit faster. Great tip!

[@2wheeltayy]

What flight simulator did you use?

[@AlexDutyBMXMTB]

What flight sim do you use

[@folgee7368]

@@AlexDutyBMXMTB I’ve been told that X-plane and Microsoft flight simulator are pretty good

[@seekunderstanding4280]

It's fucked up how you are not responding on what flight simulator you use when people are fuckin asking you.

[@boogerwood]

I will take a moment and fully support this channel. I have actually downloaded the entire series onto my iPad and when I’m flying commercially I watch the videos. Whenever I have downtime I’m watching the videos. Bottom line, the content is excellent and summarized in such a way that makes it easy to understand. While I have paid for an online ground school (gold seal) I find some of their instruction lacking and go to KZbin and channels like this to fill in the gaps. Thank you so much for your hard work in this!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much Aaron! That is so motivating when I get comments like this!

[@RandallKayfes]

Yours are the only flying lesson videos I feel are worthy of sharing! Fantastic synopsis!!!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@emmanuelr]

Amazing videos and channel! Thanks for everything you do to share these videos!! Researching as much as I can to then start the process towards my PPL ✈

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching and good luck out there!

[@Justin-ny8df]

Thanks for this video! About 8 hours into PPL and I've completed ground school but the checkride outline was a huge thing you mentioned because I hadn't heard of it (that I recall) until your video.

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! I’m so glad you found this helpful!

[@jorgeetrevino6790]

Excellent video as always. Keep-up the good work!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much!

[@marcusball3387]

Captain Josh, I appreciate what you are doing to help pilots! I know it’s easier to keep your knowledge to yourself and have the mindset of I got mine and you guys are on your own. I have learned a great deal of information from your videos. So much, that I passed my PPL written at 95%. I took a home study course and it was good. I then watched almost all your videos and I credit your teaching approach to my success. I’d have you teach me the practical flight maneuvers if you weren’t so far from VA. Once again, thanks!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks Marcus! I appreciate that! Congrats on that great score! I’ll see you in the next video

[@seekunderstanding4280]

What home course did you use?

[@namneetcheema2619]

Thank you so much for helping the students and spark a light for the individuals who want to become a pilot. Amazing video content. Keep posting :)

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@marketacumenacuity625]

Today I went on a discovery flight my son, daughter and I and we absolutely loved it. I look forward to more flight time. ❤️

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! I’m stoked for you! It’s gonna get tough for a bit, but stick it out! It’s worth it!

[@MehediHasan-bj6ef]

Respect for some legit guidelines 👌

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@Durandalski]

I learned a lot from this video. I’m getting ready to talk to my local flight school and it’s so hard to find information on what actually goes on in flight training and what to expect.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you for this comment. I’m thinking about starting to make videos that document the entire process for a student

[@user-ok5bp8xm5w]

Great video explaining the process and what to expect. I hope to start in the near future. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@ThatGuy-cw8gb]

Just starting work on my pilots license. So glad I found your channel! I’ve completed sporty’s online course and am taking a local ground school. Still don’t feel like I’m knowledgeable enough to start paying for an instructor and an aircraft. Also finding out that all the schools I’m finding are more interested in my money than actually providing an education. Thank you for what you’re doing!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much! Now that you e completed the ground school, I’d go ahead and start training. You’re not going to understand everything until you get in the plane and see it for yourself

[@graaah.]

Have you found a good school yet?

[@ThatGuy-cw8gb]

@@graaah. the search continues.

[@litemite100]

My father taught me to fly back in the late 60's. Piper Pacer and then a Mooney Mk21. Took my check ride in the Mooney. Soloed in 8 hrs and 45.5hrs @CR. Yeah a 17 yo kid with a Mooney. And now I am building a Hummelbird.

[@FreePilotTraining]

That’s super cool. I want to build a kit plane eventually too

[@Fiftyx60]

Another great video! I used Sporty’s for my ground school, and I really liked their whole program. I augmented those lessons with the lessons in this channel and nearly got a 90%. Keep up the good work!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! I’ve never used sportys but I’ve heard good things. I’ve found that King schools is good, but they lack some things I’d like my students to know

[@victoreous626]

I'm truly impressed. SUBBED . . . I'll be going for my pilots license in 24. Thank You to you and to those who commented as well. Very informative.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks Victor! Glad to have you on the channel!

[@klebberbezerra1610]

inspiring video. this iOS the kind of instructor we would love to learn from.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@lalandra6444]

I just bought access to an online ground school. Wish I found your vid first but I will be using your site to supplement my PPL journey.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! Enjoy the journey!

[@terriscarter7853]

Just subcribed to your channel....I will be starting my PPL training this summer (June 2023) This video and the video on communicating with ATC are phenomenal Captain Josh. I have had every version of Microsoft Flight Sim, including the latest MSFS2020 and I am able to fly the C152, 172 182 & the A320 in the sim, which gives me lots of practice getting familiar with aircraft systems, procedures, checklist, avionics and much much more. Thank you so much !!! I will be watching ALL of you videos!!!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks for the sub Terris! Look forward to having you around!

[@pbyt3869]

It’s now July and I’m wondering how it has went so far?

[@LostInSpace175]

Getting my Pilots license was very rewarding, stressful but rewarding. i worked at my flight school as a dispatcher/line guy and got a 30% discount which helped a lot, not only that I networked my butt off while I was at my flight school met so many awesome people and mad friends with cfis who helped me study along the way. I then went on to get my ifr and then commercial followed by multi engine! It took me about 7 years ONLY because I paid out of pocket and worked at the same time. Those of you out there stressing on how you are going to pay just know that it can be done with patience and a lot of dedication! Wishing you all the very best of luck and success! See ya on the flight deck!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes, it is fun but very stressful at times!

[@curtcoltharp3719]

I got mine early 80’s while full time college student and paying as I went. I skipped ground school and read the books and passed written with 98. I used high school trig and vectors to work all the nav problems. I think the 152 plus instructor was $36 per hour and back then, that was a lot of money. I passed check ride first time. To me the boring ground reference maneuvers were probably the most important aspect as you learn how wind and ground speed relate. You pick up the radio work as you go along. I learned out of a controlled airport and that helped. I made myself do solo XC into larger controlled airports so that I wouldn’t be afraid later. It was a good solid education with many practical applications outside flying. I went on to own two airplanes and wasn’t afraid to go anywhere. I had some tense situations but handled them. I always followed the rules and was cautious and never hesitated to call it off and drive instead. The rules are for a reason. Even following them, you will get into situations. The ticket is really just a license allowing you to learn how to fly a plane legally.

[@FreePilotTraining]

It’s amazing how much times have changed. Yes, a friend of mine once told me that a Private Pilot License is a license to learn

[@agrier7356]

awesome

[@squidfishous-he6pj]

I made the first step and got my FAA medical clearance certification so I went to McClellan Air Force Base to silver state helicopters and they took off with my money and so I figured I should start over and just try to get my regular pilot license

[@FreePilotTraining]

Some of those companies will do that. So frustrating

[@user-bl2vz8gc4e]

just started following, loving this page already! very digestible. Question, do you know if they have an AC's/ Pilots handbook/ AIM workbook? basically a journal with guided questions and note taking for you to get extra studying done with it?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you! I don’t know of one, but that would be a great product if it existed

[@alonsoe.rodriguez100]

Awesome job Josh thank you

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you!

[@TheRiseofSuperman]

Thank you for this channel !

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thanks for being part of the community

[@TheMyrakkel]

Got that Private ticket! Still love your videos!! You landings vids are what made it all click!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Congrats Jack! So cool! I appreciate that! Hopefully many more to come

[@badrabbitpictures]

Thanks Josh...You are awesome.

[@FreePilotTraining]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@wmartonejr]

Good use of multiple camera angles as B-Roll 👍🏻

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@jorgerubio9367]

great video! i am thinking of obtaining my license/certificate this year or next and just wanted to get an idea on what it all takes

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@BigMike10960]

Glad I found you on here 👍🏻

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@Midas-rf4lo]

I love all your videos, they really help a lot as I start saving up money and self studying to get ready to retry my dive into getting my PPL! Could you make a video discussing the difference between a flight school, flight clubs with instruction, and find independent flight instructors with some pointers on where to find and reach out to them? I really thrive on self study, so I want to go for a part 61, but there isn't a single part 61 school within even 2 hours of me! It's leading me to other options and it gets really confusing trying to pick the right one for the right circumstance and what I may be excelling at or missing out on with each option. Thank you!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks! I really like that idea for a video. I’m hoping to make a couple videos very soon with Seth Lake that discuss some of these things. If we don’t put the video on my channel, I’ll throw it in one of my playlists so you can have access to it

[@kylethesquidkid3699]

I did most of my flight training from March-May 2021. Did my Checkride on my 17th Birthday. I only had 46 Hours, I was probably ready to do it about 42 or 43 but I changed from a C150 to a 172 for the Checkride due to max useful load. A few things that helped me to get it done efficiently: flying 2-3 times per week, completing my written exam before my first solo (it vastly helped to increase my confidence and understanding of piloting), doing most of my training in a simple 150, choosing a good instructor with 10+ years of experience (he instructs mainly as a side gig), and doing a mock Checkride before the official one. I only spent $8000 when it was all said and done. Unfortunately since then, prices have skyrocketed and the 150 I was using is no longer available. The cheapest option in my city costs $54 more than I was originally paying before, and now the instructor rate is $15-20 more. Although I don't mind the Instructor rate going up so much, the spike in rental costs has been a major turn off in pursuing my Instrument Rating. I have been hoping prices decrease as fuel costs go down, but I've yet to see it. Hopefully I can really start to fly more frequently again next year.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yeah, it’s unbelievable how much prices have gone up. It’s tough for anyone to be able to afford them right now! You had a very similar situation to a student I trained who was training in a Cessna 172, and was ready to check, but moved and the only plane available in the area was a Cherokee. Thanks for the comment!

[@harryakb11]

Thank a lot sir, it's really helpful

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@kenb4221]

Fantastic Video a lot of information I didn't have

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@RoyalAviatorRepo]

Getting my private pilot license was one of the most fun things I’ve ever done. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Now, I’m starting to use my pilot license to repossess cars and create KZbin content! 🤘🏻

[@FreePilotTraining]

Lol. That would be fun

[@jess6209]

Wow. super informative and clear. Thank you! I am discouraged right now because I can not get financial assistance to propel my way through my PPL. I have applied many times and keep getting denied. At this point, I realize I will have to pay out of pocket for each flight lesson, materials, etc. and this means it will take me a lot slower than most who have the thousands upfront. I am enrolling in Sporty's Online Ground School this weekend, and have already passed my Medical Exam. I did not get a discovery flight but I did have my first lesson with a CFI, and it was not enjoyable. Currently looking for someone else to be instructed by. Many obstacles in a short 20 days, but, This is my dream to learn how to fly, so I am not giving up!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you! Don’t give up! It’s worth it!

[@Mike_PSU_MSW]

Just read all the comments - I noticed that nobody mentions buying a 140/150/Champ to learn in and then selling it for pretty much what you paid for it. Obviously you need at least some cash but I sold my late model Toyota 4Runner to get an 85 HP 1947 Champ to train in and build hours and it hasn't depreciated a dollar. Drive a beater car. Once you own the plane you are profoundly motivated to finish your PPL. The key is to buy an AC with a low to mid-time engine that hasn't sat around and you are less likely to have major mechanical surprises. (Notice I only said less but the buy/learn/sell strategy can really work.) I have zero regrets and saved a ton over renting.

[@agrier7356]

Great video super informative thanks! im thinking of getting my PPL. One question I have is if you can get the PPL in a month to one year like you stated in the video, why would someone take a 3 year collage program? are they different or cheaper? thanks!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks! A lot of times, an instrument rating and a commercial certificate will be part of a three year college program. Even if it’s not, a program like this can be beneficial to veterans because of it’s a degree bearing program, that can be paid for by the GI-Bill.

[@TomSmith-kc8mz]

The first xc solo is insane. When I landed at my 1st airport it all hit me. I was in a different state, at an airport with a plane. It was a real trip and I had to come back to reality 😂

[@FreePilotTraining]

I know! It’s super cool!

[@PaulthePilot55]

I love your videos!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks Paul!

[@vilicrackpro9694]

I recommend participating in the Young Eagles program for people who are younger than 18 like me because the EAA Young Eagles after the first flight give you the Sporty Learn To Fly online course for free and some more things like EAA membership and free entrance to some museums.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much for the recommendation! That seems like a great idea!

[@ShadowTetsuo9999]

Mannnn found this today I wish I would’ve found it before Covid it in 2020 lol I did a discovery flight then ground class and bam shut down lol this has my fire lit again 😁

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! That’s my goal! You’re gonna love it!

[@swagger105]

Fantastic video, I start my training next month Jan 24 and Ive watched so many videos on KZbin, I’m so concerned about talking to ATC it’s like another language, happy xmas from Liverpool England.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much! There’s a ton of great stuff on KZbin. ATC will take some getting used to, but you’ll figure it out. Merry Christmas!

[@edieharo4186]

Thanks!

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome!

[@TheCmc22]

Thank you so much for your channel, I have always dreamed of flying. At 31, married with a young son I am going to pursue this on the side while keeping my b2b sales job. With the hope that I can transition to commercial in the next 5-6 years

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Sounds like a great plan! Enjoy the journey

[@TheCmc22]

@@FreePilotTrainingsurprise having a second son, but just got a mid level sales management role at a very large company and increased my pay! Still hoping to start this summer

[@entrepreneurmamaa]

Thank you!!!

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome!

[@HoundDogMech]

I had 19 hours at solo and 3 different instructors and was flying 1 hour per week Saturday morning at 10 to 11 AM, Spent the first half hour of every lesson relearning the last lesson. My second instructor at about 16 hours said stop here I'm getting out and I want you to do 3 Take Off and 3 Full stop landings, then park the plane and come in side. I refused because I had just made 3 bad landings. Next week I had another Club Instructor. After an hour or two hw asked me What the hell are you scared of You know how to fly. Next time you'll SOLO. If you can put the hours closer together schedule 2 or 3 hours per week, Weather may eliminate some. OH I was not the quickest learner but after 26 years of not any PIC I still can answer almost all aeronautical questions and I've used several symulator (Pro) and nailed the ILS approach to Miniums each time.

[@HoundDogMech]

Did U read my comment or the Little Harts computer generated?

[@justplanefred]

I'm definitely interested in the differences between part 61 and part 141. I'm trying to pre-plan and pick up as much as possible before I really get started actually training. I kinda wish I had a large tablet to download the data and read it easier and then it be used as my EFB later

[@FreePilotTraining]

Awesome! I’ll start thinking how I could tackle that video

[@justplanefred]

@@FreePilotTraining awesome! Something else that may be an interesting video would be walking us through a game plan to get a PPL as cheap as possible. I think you may have covered some things already in other videos. I think it would be very interesting knowing now that maybe you would have done different or absolutely would not recommend to save money on. Maybe it's too complicated I'm not sure. I just know I'm trying to be prepared as possible before really getting started. The Far/Aim seems like a lot of reading...

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@justplanefred I like this. Thanks for the idea!

[@lienzednem1348]

Awesome video

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you!

[@mikewhitehead6482]

Just read all the comments - I noticed that nobody mentions buying a 140/150/Champ to learn in and then selling it for pretty much what you paid for it. Obviously you need at least some cash but I sold my late model 4Runner to get an 85 HP 1947 Champ to train in and build hours and it hasn't depreciated a dollar. Once you own the plane you are profoundly motivated to finish your PPL. The key is to buy an AC with a low to mid-time engine that hasn't sat around and you are less likely to have major mechanical surprises. (Notice I only said less but the buy/learn/sell strategy can really work.) I have zero regrets.

[@FreePilotTraining]

That’s definitely an option. Great comment

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Thank you

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome!

[@nathanknight6042]

I have my FAA Dispatcher license and have worked in aviation industry for 15 years in flight center roles. I took ground school in college (almost 2 decades ago) but didn't end up flight training due to financial reasons at the time. With someone of my background, do you think I could pull off getting my PPL quicker having a good baseline?

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re definitely going to find some things easier than a lot of people. How quickly you get it is really going to depend on how regularly you can fly because of weather or your schedule. If you have a good baseline of knowledge, you may pick the flying up quicker than most because you don’t have to focus as much on the other stuff. So in short, I’d say there is a really good chance it will be faster for you

[@Reese-Hill]

Are you planning to do a video for sport pilots license or are you planning to wait until FAA releases their final on MOSAIC

[@FreePilotTraining]

Not sure. I think my next plans are to work on an instrument series

[@conya9759]

. Thanks!

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thank you for the Super Thanks!

[@sameeralazawee7524]

Thanks

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome!

[@user-dq3sy4et8f]

Love your videos. Was wondering the DPE, who are they accountable to? I have training for 30 years and one thing I have learned is if you are not accountable to someone, you will lose perspective and a power trip takes over if not monitored. So who are these people accountable to? How do I know and trust the system to know they are doing their job and not asking questions because of a personal issue or a bad day ànd can I do something about it?if it is a power trip. What do you do? You just spent 1k?

[@FreePilotTraining]

They are accountable to the FAA. They must follow the Airman Certification Standards. If they don’t, they may not be a DPE too long. If they aren’t using the ACS, you could talk to the local FSDO

[@brandonlamontcooper8141]

thank you

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome!

[@eddysanta1213]

Great. Video.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks!

[@drums123beat]

Superb content. I am considering becoming a pilot

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much! You should do it!

[@PghGameFix]

Another great vid. But one point on the solo Xcountry. You say that it's the student's fault if they don't hit the 5hrs with the old standards of "One short, and one Long Xcountry". I feel it's directly the instructor's fault since most CFI's will tell you what airports they would like you to go to. But on that point... let's face it... another short Xcountry will only benefit the student even if it does cost an extra $200. I remember in my original training... flying a C150/152... it was EASY to hit the 5hr's since it flew so slow. BUT, those same flights in a Warrior or a DA40 take a lot less time. Regardless... another great vid. As a pilot who has been out of flying for 28 years... they have been very helpful.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks! Yeah, some instructors are very careful over where they send their students cross country. I like to let the students pick them discuss why they may or may not want to go there. It gets them thinking through the planning on their own

[@PghGameFix]

@@FreePilotTraining I would agree with that. AND, in the 90's that's what my CFI did. I think the place I'm flying out of now just wants to watch for a few things, and are supposed to take students to the airports in question on the initial dual Xcountry. (We have some class B close, and some very busy uncontrolled airports) I'm getting treated a little different since I'm a returning pilot. I lost so much over the years... I don't know why I was gone so long. (Having a lot of fun getting back into it)

[@Mypotatostory]

Hey there! Quick question: Does Sting Sport aircraft count toward atp flight hours?

[@FreePilotTraining]

I actually don’t know the answer to that. I’d have to do some research

[@IranAir12]

It took me 150 hours and 5 years, got mine in July. These day CFI's neglect students and we'll there is more to my story that I am not ready to share but going onto instrument. Not giving up.

[@superevostevo]

im at a year and 5 months i feel ready for my check ride but my instructor really wants me to be perfect.

[@IranAir12]

@@superevostevo well truth is checkrides are where you can mess up a little but be able to see what mistake you made and correct it quickly. You will be ok and KNOW YOUR SYSTEMS! I have made some small mistakes but quickly corrected them and say aloud what you are doing

[@seekunderstanding4280]

​​@@superevostevo Get another instructor!!!! He's squeezing and sucking money out of you like a leach.

[@Felipedecarolli]

every time when people sign up for a flight school they will give a test exame to test the english level before studying??

[@FreePilotTraining]

They should. That is a requirement for applying for a student certificate

[@gtrmotorc7]

I'm curious about how the flight hours work for the various certificates. Sport is 20hrs, Rec is 30, Private is 40 etc., but do the hours from one carry to the others as accumulated total hours flown or is it a compounding of hours (20+30+40)??

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes, they do carry over.

[@musicnevergetsold3771]

you said in your video about 3 hours of instrument training do you do in during your PPL course and it will be counted as total flight time of 40 hours and also be used in your instrument rating training i am little confused here can you explain a little thanks

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes, you need 3 of those 40 hours to be training on instruments. You can use those 3 hours as part of the 20 hours of instruction needed for your instrument rating

[@benzambalis]

So are you in Oklahoma? Do you do training and flight instruction? I'm very interested in getting my pilots license. And I've been watching a bunch of videos and I think they're very informative.

[@FreePilotTraining]

I was living there, and now I’m in the middle of a big move. Not sure where yet. I wish I could take on new students at the moment

[@benzambalis]

Well, if you decide not to move I live in Tulsa I would love to have you as an instructor.

[@benzambalis]

Do you know any good instructors in the Tulsa area?

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@benzambalis thanks! I’ll keep that in mind

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@benzambalis i really don’t at the moment

[@TriggerWarner]

What's the health stipulations for a private pilot. I'm asking because I take blood pressure medication.

[@FreePilotTraining]

You just have to let the Aeromedical Examiner know. Your approval process might take a little longer, so I’d get started with that process as soon as possible. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2Sqo2mmhLl3sM0si=OGGKDOWbWegV2LtZ

[@sonny5982]

I plan on using my military gi bill to pay for all school expenses housing and living so I can go full time in learning to fly when I get out the military at 22 ultimately I want to get my CPL and make this my career but first I want to focus on my PPL I’m still in the military and have a year and a half left is there anything I can do right now to prepare for it .

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes. Apply for you GI bill 3-4 months in advance. That’s how long it takes for the application to go through. Also, watching videos like this doesn’t hurt. And go take a discovery flight somewhere. It may cost you $150-200, but you’ll know for sure that you want to do it and you don’t waste a bunch of time if you don’t actually like it

[@sonny5982]

@@FreePilotTraining thank you will do !

[@DWCessna4130]

I had thousands of hours on a simulator before getting my actual private pilots license and I think because of that it’s why I was actually done and completed in about 35 hours. The final five hours was just going over stuff getting ready for checkride preparedness. Most people that complete their training that quick or soon to be geniuses and I assure you I am not. I was a straight D/F student in school and that was grades from actually trying. There’s ways to get it a jump ahead on this stuff if you know what to study and also how to utilize it in a simulator to assist in your training. I made it through all my flight training a year ago and spent exactly $10,200. And that includes monies I had to spend for ForeFlight, a new tablet , medical exam, aviation calculator (CX3) and check ride.

[@FreePilotTraining]

That’s awesome! I have noticed a huge difference in my students with simulator experience and none. I got my PPL with 49 hours exactly (checkride included), and I have been amazed to find out how rare that actually is. The national average is about 65 hours.

[@DWCessna4130]

@@FreePilotTraining Yea I focused on what was being taught and tried to project myself into the cockpit while at home. Once in the plane again I tried to bring myself back to the laptop at the comfort of home while keeping that level of cognitive and special awareness about. Something about it just clicked. I was able to get the training done in that short of time while still making a fairly poor 74 on the written exam. Everything that I did poor on the exam was looked over heavily (mainly weather theory and regulations) and eventually aced my check ride. Anyone can make it work if they put in the work. 👍

[@Amar-fu7eq]

@@FreePilotTraininghow does one obtain a simulator, and which one is the best?

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@Amar-fu7eq I bought a gaming computer with MSFS. It’s not a “legal” sim where you can count time, but it’s still very helpful

[@pequod_]

Hey man what state? That's just about how much I have saved up.

[@jasonmerheb4958]

how long and how much would it cost to go from 0 to first officer. and what is the minimum age to be hired as a FO. Thank you for the great videos!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Not sure. I know there are some accelerated programs out there that can get you done in less than a year, but I’ve heard it’s a fire hose

[@user-om6ch4kj8r]

I find myself in a new city and state every couple months for work can I take lessons across multiple schools?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes you can. Most CFIs want to SEE your progress so you may have to fly a little extra because of that

[@ryanhowell1249]

thank you for the information, its good to know flying isnt that far from reach.. ive always loved planes and thought it would ake too much to fly ,, thanks again

[@FreePilotTraining]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@divineprinciplesofrelaxtio4441]

What is a good online ground school that you can recommend?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Well, I have a free one here on KZbin: kzbin.info/aero/PLKGcDgymP_oYkMrMNcc04gr6JMru4E2xH&si=xcIZNNfi9Q9HzrW7 I’ve also heard good things about Gold Seal

[@sugalmohamed7786]

Damn why is it so hard to find a instructor like him.

[@FreePilotTraining]

😆

[@Romanellochw]

I spent so much time studying for the written exam and, this is going to sound weird but I was very disappointed in the selection of questions I got. Nothing on pilotage, W&B etc. Almost every question was on rules and regs. Got a 90 which I'm happy about but I don't feel like I was tested on all the material.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Lol that’s crazy. I remember getting a ton of W&B questions and other stuff. I barely scraped by

[@emanuelparedes9187]

I wasnt aware about the night flight requirements. I am colorblind and may or may not end up with a ppl with a restriction on night flight. Will I just bypass these requirements should I end up with the restriction?

[@FreePilotTraining]

I actually don’t know the answer to this question. Hopefully you won’t have the restriction. I know there are levels of colorblindness and that might make a difference

[@emanuelparedes9187]

@@FreePilotTraining I shall find out next year when I go for my medical. Ive done Ishihara tests before and I tend to do poorly but I can identify traffic lights so there is a chance I can get a SODA with a lantern test. fingers crossed!

[@dadplznobelt]

Does spacing your flight/instruction periods over a year instead of a month or two go easier on your wallet?

[@FreePilotTraining]

I would say no. I personally think 4-6 months is perfect, but everyone is different

[@markm75]

How bout after the ppl, how many days per month or hours per month on average are needed to not get rusty?

[@FreePilotTraining]

That’s going to depend on the person and how much experience they already have, but I’d say somewhere between 5-10 hours a month would be ideal

[@ritusharma7521]

Could u show us how you drive airplane and any books so i can read before i start.

[@FreePilotTraining]

I definitely need to make a video on that stuff

[@ritusharma7521]

I am 47 years old so i can learn pilot training.

[@ritusharma7521]

Do i get financial aid for this course

[@ritusharma7521]

Could u step by step what book i use what lesson

[@anonystalker]

Im from Nepal & my only dream is to be a pilot, but due to my financial condition after high school i left that dream and it has been 11 years. But still i hope i will fly one day on my own, doesn't matter when but before i die, i will😎🤟

[@FreePilotTraining]

I hope you will too

[@aviatortrucker6198]

Correction, it is most satisfying, rewarding and expensive thing you can do with your life right now. I remember starting my trailer training in the late 70s. A Cessna 152 with instructor was about $49 an hour dual. Today a private pilot license can cost well over $15,000 to obtain. Just for a Cessna 172 rental it runs about $200 an hour now. And that is a solo price. Add $65 an hour for an instructor. Being out of it for a while,for me to get an IPC it has cost me near what the instrument rating add on cost me to get! I know times have changed but with Avgas 5, 6 and seven dollars plus a gallon and the cost of insurance it’s not the inexpensive hobby it used to be. It’s gotten back to being a sport of the well to do.

[@PghGameFix]

I get it... but sounds like you were paying a lot in the 70's. LOL... in '92 I was getting a C150 for $27 wet, and my CFI was $10. I've just recently started flying again, and a PA28-151 is $145, and the instructor id $60.

[@chrishutchinson3827]

Sounds expensive. I've been working on my PPL since may and have been spending ~110 an hour(wet) for a 172

[@FreePilotTraining]

It is very expensive, but when people pay that much money out of their own pocket, they tend to take it a little more seriously. I’ve given lots of training for free, and oddly enough, it can be a blessing that it’s expensive

[@i1pro]

Let's just say that as a sport, it is a very selective sport... Not for the faint of heart, nor for the faint of wallet. 😉

[@aviatortrucker6198]

@@FreePilotTraining Remember the five forces of flight. Lift, drag, thrust, gravity and of course money. All I know is it will never stop costing. If you are going to be a professional pilot it is well worth the investment. I received my commercial pilot single multi engine instrument rating. Never pursued CFI because at the time of the 90s and so forth there was no real money to be made to survive on. Now of course it’s just for fun because of age and the difficulties in obtaining a third class medical at this point. When you start taking certain medications it causes you to have to get a “Special Issuance” medical. Still can get it but a lot of paperwork annually.

[@habutti]

Hey, any chance we get an IFR series as excellent as the private pilot? How soon?😊

[@FreePilotTraining]

Not sure. I’m working on the PPL series as quickly as I can. I know I’ve been making other videos too, but the training videos take quite a bit more time

[@habutti]

@@FreePilotTraining thank you, you got this!!!

[@bradmcgaw7330]

On the solo flights are you allowed to bring someone that doesn’t have their license so they can just be with you?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Good question. No, you can not

[@Kabawan11056]

Bro what is the most critical topic that we need to focus or go through more

[@FreePilotTraining]

They’re all important, but I’d definitely make sure you know airspace and general operating rules

[@allywilkeforsenate]

When I last looked at the regs you have to take a course or school.You can’t just study the handbook and take the test.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yep. You sure can. You have to have your instructor “endorse” you to take the written exam. It’s up to him how he determines that you have met the requirements of “home study” and that you are really ready, but you can study everything yourself if you want

[@ej_genesis2149]

Question, what if I wanted to work with the airline to just deliver cargo?

[@ej_genesis2149]

Would i need a airline rated certificate

[@FreePilotTraining]

You need a commercial certificate at least. Most operations require an ATP

[@aggibson74]

Not sure why all this content is available for free...but I bought a pivot case from Flyboys for my iPod mini if that helps you out!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you so much! Yes, any time you use my links in the description, it helps! I appreciate that

[@xclarryx]

Wait are you sure a student pilot doesn’t need 20hrs to solo flight? And only 10hrs of solo time for a check ride? Can you source that? Love your vids, thanks!!

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thank you! I’m 100% sure. check out FAR 61.109

[@ritzzzz007]

Hii... I have been working as an Avionics Embedded Software Engineer for 12 years. I have been asked to take PPL certificate by my management. I would like to understand how it may may help me in my career. What kind of job I may do in my organization.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Well, if I understand correctly, they’re wanting you to get your PPL so you can have a better understanding of what a pilot needs when it comes to avionics. I wish everyone that designed avionics would have a real pilot give his input. Making things easier to use for real pilots is always a plus.

[@Jimmie16]

My problem is I'm red/green colourblind or so they say but I have no problem with traffic lights or my computer.

[@FreePilotTraining]

You might be able to get a special issuance. Might be worth looking into

[@jasoncole1942]

what's up my roommate from OTS. Nice video buddy! I hope you're doing well.

[@FreePilotTraining]

What’s up Jason? Thanks! Long time no see!

[@jasoncole1942]

@@FreePilotTraining nothing much, about to join the reserve and leave active duty after 23 years, but all is well here! How are you doing? How's the fam? This channel is awesome...congrats on its success.

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@jasoncole1942​​⁠great choice! The reserves is a great way to stay in without being tied down…too much lol I appreciate the compliment! It means a lot, I realized I really enjoy making videos and have really started to focus on this as my main career. You doing some civilian flying?

[@jasoncole1942]

@@FreePilotTraining no civilian flying for me. Shift work stinks and the kids keep us so busy. Did you monetize this channel? How many more years until you retire and concentrate on this full time?

[@FreePilotTraining]

@@jasoncole1942 you should! It’s a blast! I understand though. I’ve got a little less than 6 years left and I can retire. I do monetize. I’m actually going to take a step back from military flying so i can focus on this. I see some huge potential in doing that

[@GTPressure]

Idk if I’m being played with but I was quoted 17k+ today and with my own ground school only 250 taken off also would be flown in a Cessna 172sp

[@FreePilotTraining]

Wow! Run away from that one! I know flying is expensive right now, but that’s ridiculous. What school was that?

[@GTPressure]

@@FreePilotTraining it was in Florida don’t want to say their name cause I might still attend no other place in my area enless I drive an hour or 2 daily but the weird thing is they called me today and my phone registered it as scam likely only reason I called back was the voicemail and try to lower the price

[@codystout5353]

I want to fly around the world in a small plane. I joined the military in the hopes of getting my pilots license. Little did I know I have to pay for the private pilots license myself

[@FreePilotTraining]

You can use your GI bill. The caveat is that it must be a degree bearing program and the school must operate under part 141

[@Boring343]

Hi, I can't hear out of one ear (one side deaf 100%). Can I get pilot's licence?

[@FreePilotTraining]

That’s a great question. I actually don’t know the answer. You could go get a class 3 medical exam. If they pass you, you’re good to go. It costs like $100

[@ObiWanCannabi]

i always wanted to get my licence but i know there would be nowhere to go from there for me. No way I can afford the commercial licence costs, and without that what's the point..

[@FreePilotTraining]

You never know

[@BillyJ10]

👍

[@Ali-fx6qp]

I wish you could be my instructor, I would love to be your student, I feel that you will make me a great pilot, but unfortunately I don’t live in the states, I live in Canada.

[@FreePilotTraining]

Thanks! I appreciate that!

[@barnard-baca]

Same here. But I live in Mexico.

[@serene5387]

Elite flight simulator

[@dougpeck4624]

How do I donate to you, Josh?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Hey, Doug. I saw the super thanks, and I greatly appreciate it. for future reference, that works great for me, but I also have a PayPal donation site as well if you prefer that! www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9FZ5433S2Q8DW Thanks again! -Josh

[@klebberbezerra1610]

are you a flying instructor? if so, how do we contact you?

[@FreePilotTraining]

Yes I am. Feel free to PM me on Facebook or Instagram