Your Adventure Starts Here!
Learn to fly at some of the most reputable and well-equipped training facilities in the region. Flight instruction is available throughout the year in our diverse fleet of Cessnas. Choice Aviation offers both FAR Part 61 and 141 training curricula, as well as a professional pilot path through our accredited degree program from Northwest College. You will be trained by our friendly and knowledgeable FAA Certified Flight Instructors in our immaculately maintained aircraft. We also have an FAA approved testing center for all knowledge exams!​
Want to make sure flying is for you? Take a “Discovery Flight” with one of our instructors. For just $130, enjoy a half-hour flight and discover for yourself what aviation has to offer! We will familiarize you with the airplane, have you help with the pre-flight checks, and then take off on a short, local flight. You will even take the controls once we are airborne!​
CERTIFICATES & RATINGS
Private Pilot Package
​Now is the time to fulfill your dreams of becoming a pilot. In reality, it is a simple process, and we are here to guide you through. In as little as 12 weeks you could be exercising your privileges of a private pilot. Choice Aviation has several paths to accommodate just about anyone’s schedule, budget and goals. Our accomplished and experienced flight and ground instructors will provide you with an unmatched experience.
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Our FAA approved FAR part 141 private pilot flight training package includes the following:
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55 hours aircraft rental (w/fuel) – Cessna 172 Skyhawk
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40 hours flight Instruction
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15 hours ground instruction (briefings, stage checks, check-ride preparation)
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Jeppesen Private Pilot Flight Kit* (Flight Bag, Text Book, Maneuvers, Syllabus, PTS, Test Guide, Pre-Solo written exam, FAR/AIM, E6B, Plotter, Logbook, POH, Knee board, Sectional Chart, Oral Exam Guide, Stage Exams, Pilot Record Folder, Checklist, AFD.
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FAA written exam fee
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FAA Designated Pilot Examiner fee (INCLUDES aircraft rental w/fuel)
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*Optional Formal Ground School – $500.00
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Course of Study – Estimated Completion ⇒ 12 weeks
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Step 1: Intro-Flight/Interview
Step 2: Obtain Medical Certificate
Step 3: Ground Training (may be combined w/step 5)
Step 4: Written Exam
Step 5: Flight Training (may be combined w/step 3)
Step 6: Practical Exam
Step 7: Certificate Issued
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Notes
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Prerequisite – flight medical
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Endorsement for your FAA check-ride is proficiency based. Students will be responsible for any flight time and instruction above the allotted hours at retail rates.
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Flight and Ground instruction can be completed at either of our two (2) facilities – (1) COD – Cody, WY or (2) 6S5 – Hamilton, MT
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Students are encouraged to fly three (3) events per week in order to complete course on schedule
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