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You must be 17 years old to take the exam and earn your certificate, although you may start training when you are 15 years old.
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If your love for aviation has only grown and you’re looking for the most affordable path to piloting your own small aircraft, then the Recreational Pilot Certificate is for you. This is the <anchor>simplest pilot certificate</anchor> to obtain, and it doesn’t have to end there if you’re looking for more than fun with flying.
Private Pilot + Instrument Rating Ground School Bundle - Pilot Institute
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# Private Pilot & Instrument Rating Bundle

This bundle provides you with your ground school for a Private Pilot license and an Instrument Rating.

- 55 hours of short, easy to watch videos.
- You're guaranteed to pass your FAA Written Exam or we'll refund the course and give you $175
- Save thousands on your training by being well-prepared ahead of flights.
- Over 1800 practice questions and unlimited exams.
- 2 free Instructor Endorsements for both FAA exams.

$558 $399
(lifetime access)

## Why Pilot Institute

Pass the Test the 1st Time - Guaranteed!

#### Pass the Test the 1st Time - Guaranteed!

The industry's best guarantee: We will promptly send you $150 in the mail and give you 100% of your money back if you don't pass the FAA's test on your 1st try. We're serious. That's how confident we are in our course.

Free Instructor Endorsements

#### Free Instructor Endorsements

This course comes with the 2 Instructor Endorsement that's required by the FAA for you to take the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating Written Exams.

960+ Video Lessons

#### 960+ Video Lessons

Develop real expertise and understand the 'why' behind concepts. Breeze through our lessons while understanding complicated topics. Easily pick up where you left off - stop and start when you have time to study. The average lesson is just 3 minutes long.

See Test-like Questions

#### See Test-like Questions

Our course comes with several practice exams and over 1800 practice questions that you can use to test your knowledge. You'll be ready and confident on your test day.

Lifetime Access

#### Lifetime Access

We offer lifetime access to our course, which is another way we stand out. You can always come back if you need a refresher, even after you get your certificate. Watch videos as many times as you'd like - no limits.

Mobile and Offline Access

#### Mobile and Offline Access

You can watch our lessons on mobile phones and even download them for offline access. Watch lessons at up to 2x speed or even slow them down.

Accurate Information

#### Accurate Information

This course will provide you with accurate and up-to-date information. We do more than just teach to the test. We provide you with the knowledge you need to be a good pilot.

Study Groups & Support

#### Study Groups & Support

Join our study groups and learn with other people. Leave comments on a lesson and get a response fast. Get one-on-one support from your instructor when you need it. We're here to help you.

Scenario Based Training

#### Scenario Based Training

Test your knowledge in action with numerous real-life style scenarios. See if your actions were right for the circumstances.

## Flashcard App Exclusive

We offer an exclusive flashcard app for iPhone and Android users – and best of all it’s free for course subscribers.

There are more than 420 cards that will cement your knowledge in all test topics. You can also flag cards and come back to them and shuffle the order. This will help you study on the go whenever you have a minute.

Flashcard App

The Help You Need, When You Need It

## The Help You Need, When You Need It

Pilot Institute offers online courses with fast interactive support whenever you need it. Reach out to us on live chat, through phone calls, by email, or simply by writing a comment below a lesson and get a response quickly.

Additionally, we have a Facebook Group to help you study with classmates.

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## From Our StudentsHere is what they are saying about our courses

I sampled many other ground school courses which focused on test passing rather than knowledge acquisition. While these left me capable of passing the test, I didn't really feel confident in some of the topics because I was memorizing answers rather than understanding the sometimes complex truth behind various regulations, tasks and training.
Greg thoroughly explains every topic, even past private pilot standards, in order to make sure you can understand why. I feel much more confident knowing how to think about and derive answers rather than memorizing steps in order to simply pass a test.

Brandon D.

#### Brandon D.

Greg and Pilot Institue is the best! I scored 97% in the PPL and 98% in the IRA knowledge tests! His method of delivery and the course content is amazing. I was a complete novice with no aviation specific knowledge, but his simple explanations made it possible for me to understand the intricacies in great detail!

Ajay C.

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## Let’s meet your instructorTaught by experts, focused on outcomes.

Greg Reverdiau

#### Greg Reverdiau

Certified Flight Instructor, University Professor, Former Flight School President

Hi, I'm Greg or Professor R as my students call me.

I have been an aviation professional since the early 2000s. I currently hold the following FAA certificates: Certified Flight Instructor (Instrument), Commercial Pilot (for single and multi engine), and UAS Remote Pilot.

I have worked for two of the biggest aeronautical universities in the country (managing flight training programs of up to 500 students and 50 aircraft) and in teaching roles as an adjunct professor. I was also the President of a Part 141 Flight School with 25 employees, 14 aircraft, and 100 students.

I am passionate about making aviation more accessible and easier to learn. I now concentrate on educating the next generation of manned and unmanned pilots.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Science and a Masters Degree in Aviation Human Factors, both from the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, FL.

When I am not teaching, you can find me running in the beautiful mountains surrounding Prescott, AZ.

## Join Over 250,000 Happy Pilots

$558 $399
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## FAQHave questions? Get the answers below. You can also contact us.

An Instrument Rating gives pilots additional privileges and allows them to fly in suboptimal weather. Having an Instrument Rating can make you a better and safer pilot even if you don't fly into rough conditions.

A ground school like us prepares you for the FAA Written Exam. Our courses teach you the theory you need to pass the exam. You will also need a local flight school to provide you with training in the aircraft.

We offer lifetime access to our course - come back and refresh your memory anytime. Additionally, we have the industry's best guarantee. We will refund your course AND give you $175 if you fail the FAA Written Exam. This is in addition to our 30 day money-back guarantee.
Our classes come with video lessons, 3D animations, interactive airspace models, flashcards, quizzes with answer explanations, study guides, and much more.
Our students are scoring an average of 92% on their Private Pilot FAA Written Exams. This is roughly 10% higher than the national average.
Finally, we offer more than double the content of many alternatives so that you are more knowledgeable and confident in the cockpit.

## The Almost 5 Star Institute

Our programs are trusted by thousands of pilots and backed by our 30-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. With more than 285,673 class enrollments, our students have rated us an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars. Learn more

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## Become a Confident and Knowledgeable PilotThis bundle will not only save you money, but it will also give you a cohesive learning experience.

- Modern pilot training with beautiful animations.
- Become a safer pilot by really understanding concepts.
- Save time and money on your training.
- Lifetime Access - Go at your own pace.
- 30-Day 100% Money Back Guarantee.

$558 $399
(lifetime access)

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