Powered Paragliding is a very inexpensive alternative (2014)
In summary I have spent $20K to get PPL, I do not have plane and will be renting it at $152.55 per hour.
Those who purchased PPG gear and training spent $14K and will be paying approximately $8.00 per hour for gas and oil
Private Pilot Licence – TOTAL: $19,916.30
COST OF MY PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE (2014):
- 62 hours dual training – $50.00 for instructor per hour – $135.00 for aeroplane with fuel per hour + HST = 209.05 – then $209.05 X 62 = $12961.10 for dual training
- 35.9 hours solo at $135.00 per hour + HST = $ 152.55/hour-then $152.55 x $35.9 = $5476.54
- Ground school $450 + HST = $508.50
- Books and study guides $400 + HST = $452.00
- Cost of REC and PPL exams $350 + HST = $395.50
- TC fees REC 55, PPL 55, = $110 + HST = $124.30
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TOTAL: $19,916.30
PPG Pilot Permit and cost of aircraft – TOTAL: $13,790.65
COST POWERED PARAGLIDING FLYING (2018):
- Cost of training $ 4000 + HST = $ 4520.00
- UPAC manuals $ 75.00 + HST = $ 84.75
- Average gear $ 11 000.00 + HST = $ 12 430.00
- Aircraft registration $ 110.00 + HST = $ 124.30
- Ultralight license fee $55.00 + HST = $ 62.15
- Insurance $ 119.47 + HST = $135.00
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