Private Pilot Training in Queensbury, NY

Program Overview

Ever dream of learning to fly? Takeoff on your aviation journey with a Private Pilot cerificate. Enjoy the freedom to fly anywhere, visit friends and family, fly to business meetings, learn in different aircraft types or even go on to a career in aviation. It all starts here.

Our experienced instructors will guide you from your first takeoff to checkride. Take to the skies in our Cessna 172s – the world’s most popular training aircraft. During the course, you will learn to safely fly the aircraft not only locally, but also to busier airports with control towers, cross country flights, night flying, aviation weather, aerodynamics, weight and balance plus much more! Our goal is to help you become a safe, competent and confident pilot.

Requirements

Begin at any age, must be 16 to solo and 17 for the checkride.

Obtain an FAA medical (before solo)

Apply for FAA Student Pilot Certificate (we can assist you).

Training Details

One on one personalized instruction ensures that you receive the very best ground and flight training. The FAA requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight time. The national average is 60-70 hours and 15,000-$18,000 from start to finish. We offer a flexible schedule, 7 days a week, year-round, so you can train at your own pace. Couple that schedule flexibility with well-maintained aircraft and experienced, safety focused instructors and your dreams will soon become reality.

Frequently Asked Questions

I want to be an airline pilot. Do I need to get a private license?

Yes. The Private Pilot ceficate is the first step in your aviation journey. We will work with you from day one to help plan your path to a career.

Do I need to have the total cost up from?

No. After a small initial deposit, you’ll pay as you fly.

Where do you fly out of?

Leaf Air operates out of Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, located at 443 Queensbury Ave in Queensbury, NY. The airport is conveniently located in the heart of the Adirondack region, providing easy access to stunning aerial views of Lake George, the Adirondack Mountains, and the surrounding area.

Begin Your Private Pilot Training

A Private Pilot License opens the door to the freedom of flight. Have questions about requirements, costs, or scheduling? Get in touch with our team and we’ll help you plan your training from start to finish.

Main: (518) 415-8453
Office: (518) 502-3371
Daily Hours:
8:00am – 6:00pm