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![]() I recently decided to follow up on something that I have been wanting to do for 20+ years and decided to enrol in Flight school for a PPL.
This actually scares me a lot as there is a ton of stuff to know and learn and because doing classroom work unfortunately is not feasible for me I am doing the online classroom which in itself is daunting. Now take a guy that has not had to study or do homework for 26 years it becomes even scarier. The end result is though if I carry through and pass all the TC exams I will be one more person to watch out for in the skies.
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![]() Congrats.. I'll keep my head up!
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![]() Quote:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keP5ECKgQaY
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![]() Finding out the government really really likes to nickel and dime you to death
Also finding out plane ownership is entirely achievable however you need some fairly deep pockets too
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And ongoing costs (incl maintenance and insurance) are not bad either (again need to get the right plane). My ongoing costs are less than my car (and truck).
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![]() Ownership definitely has its merits, but the typical cost savings isn't seen until you fly around 100hrs a year.
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For example, I have been flying my plane for 14 years now, and have not spent more than 2K over that time on parts and maintenance (excludes discretionary upgrades). And in my case, it is worth at least 30K more than I have put into it (incl discretionary upgrades). Oh, and hangars also appreciate like real estate, so that cost can be very minimal as well. That cost or rental is very dependent on where you live. 100 hours a year is quite a bit actually for a non commercial pilot. Most fly 50 hours or less. But for sure, ownership can still be very cost effective at 50 hours and less. And if less than 25 hours, not sure anyone would even rent you a plane (would need more recurrent training). Another option that is becoming more popular, too, is fractional ownership. But your first challenge will be to get your PPL. It's good that you are not underestimating that effort. Too many do, and quit because of their very unrealistic expectations. Best of luck.
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