The cost of your pilot training depends on the type of licence and model of aircraft you’d prefer. A summary of various options is provided below:
Private Pilot Licence – B47 or R22
Hours | Aircraft | Rate/hour | Total Amount |
40 | B47 or R22 | $550 + GST | $22,000 |
Commercial Pilot Licence – Option 1 B47 or R22 Only
Hours | Aircraft | Rate/hour | Total Amount |
105 | B47 or R22 | $550 + GST | $57,750 |
Commercial Pilot Licence – Option 2 B47 or R22 and R44
Hours | Aircraft | Rate | Amount |
85 | B47 or R22 | $550 (no GST) | $46,750 |
20 | R44 | $900 (no GST) | $18,000 |
Total: $64,750 |
Commercial Pilot Licence – Option 3 B47 or R22 and Bell 206 (turbine)
Hours | Aircraft | Rate | Amount |
85 | B47 or R22 | $550 (no GST) | $46,750 |
20 | Bell 206 | $1,200 (no GST) | $24,000 |
Total: $70,750 |
*Please note the above prices do not include the flight test or theory and exam costs.