How much does Pilot Training System cost?

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The cost of our Professional Pilot Certification varies slightly by location because our commercial pilot training programs are offered through partner colleges across the United States. Each Professional Pilot Certification program lists detailed tuition and flight-training costs on its individual program page.

 

Our eLearning courses for Private Pilot and Commercial Drone Pilot training are completely FREE.

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Why is Pilot Training System FREE?

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Flight training is expensive, and the aviation industry is facing a growing pilot shortage. Pilot Training System provides free online ground school for Private Pilot and Commercial Drone Pilot to reduce the financial barrier to becoming a licensed pilot. 

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How does Pilot Training System compare to other online flight training / eLearning?​

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Pilot Training System provides the same FAA-required subject matter as other paid online ground schools. The educational content for Private Pilot and Commercial Drone Pilot ground school is mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 61 (Private Pilot) and FAR Part 107 (Remote Pilot), respectively.

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While some paid platforms may include additional graphics or design features, the required FAA knowledge areas are standardized. PTS delivers the same FAA-based training materials used by competitors that charge hundreds of dollars, but our online ground school is FREE.

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What FAA course content does Pilot Training System use?​

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Our Private Pilot online ground school is built from the FAA’s official Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK) 

 

Our Commercial Drone Pilot course is based on the FAA’s Remote Pilot - Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide.

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We convert FAA publications into structured video lessons, quizzes and practice exams. Our learning management system tracks student progress and uses performance-based grading to help students understand and correct missed questions before taking the FAA exam.

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How do I pass the Pilot Training System courses?

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To complete the Private Pilot course or the Commercial Drone Pilot students must score 90% or higher on each quiz and practice exam. Once all lessons show a passing score in the progress dashboard, students are prepared to take the official FAA knowledge exam. FAA endorsements are available (CONTACT US). 

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Where do I take my FAA exam?

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FAA knowledge exams are administered at approved testing centers. Go here: https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login.

 

Click "Find a Test Center", fill out your location information and select

• Private Pilot Airplane (PAR) or

• Unmanned Aircraft General - Small (UAG)

Each exam costs $150-200, and you'll need to present your FAA endorsement (CONTACT US). 

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How can I reset or change my password?

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Click the "Forgot Password" on the login screen to recover a lost password.

 

To change your password:

1. Log in

2. Click "Account Settings" in the menu

3. Enter your updated information

4. Click "Update my Account"