Initially, all pilots start out as a Student Pilot. Once you have succesfully passed your General Flying Progress Test (GFPT) you are granted the privilege to fly solo within the training area and carry passengers.
The first and most important thing to do is to contact a doctor approved to conduct a medical examination for the issue of a Student Pilot Licence.
| Aviation Medical Practitioner | Suburb | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr R Turnbridge | Moorabbin | (03) 9486 9789 |
| Dr I McGuiness |
Frankston | (03) 9783 8466 |
| Dr I W Patterson |
Rosebud | (03) 5986 2155 |
| Dr J Dickman |
Frankston | (03) 9781 4477 |
| Dr T Stewart | Mornington | 0414 298627 |
| Minimum Requirements for GFPT |
Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Hours Dual Training @ $215 per hour |
$4300.00 | |
| 5 Hours Solo Training @ $126 per hour |
$630.00 | |
| Total | $4930.00 | |
| Average Student Cost for GFPT |
Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Hours Dual Training @ $215 per hour |
$6450.00 | |
| 5 Hours Solo Training @ $130 per hour |
$650.00 | |
| Total | $7100.00 | |
It is our experience that the average student pilot may take 30-40 hours training to attain the standard required by the training syllabus, but obviously this will depend upon each individual
Theory Requirements
You must pass a theory examination on Basic Aeronautical Knowledge. An optional in house theory course is conducted on a regular basis. The duration of this part time course is approx 8 weeks
Minimum Age Requirements
Students can train at any age however cannot fly solo until reaching 16 years of age.
| Associated Costs for GFPT | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Joining Fee |
$30.00 | |
| Annual Club Membership | $170.00 | |
| Student Pilot Kit (Books, Log Book) |
$158.80 | |
| GFPT Theory Course | $360.00 | |
| BAK Theory Exam Fee |
$45.00 | |
| Student Licence Issue (RA-Aus) | $65.00 | |
| ASIC - CASA Fee |
$145.00 | |
| Testing Fee | $234.00 | |
**PAC reserves the right to vary prices due to unforseen circumstances
Peninsula Aero Club
