14
Training days
Private Pilot
Start with no prior flight experience. Build your skills through 14 days of focused, one-on-one flight and ground training.
$19,800 Program tuition · fuel and examiner fee separate
View private pilot course ↗ A focused path to your next certificate
Make room
for the sky.
Step away from the everyday. Step into focused flight training built around a clear goal and a dedicated block of time.
Preparation · Proficiency · Progress
Private pilot / Instrument / CommercialAccelerated schedules. Proficiency first.
Your next chapter starts here
Less time between lessons.
More focus on flying.
Make training a priority, with a concentrated schedule and a plan for your next milestone. APIT helps you explore the right program and coordinate your training arrangements before you arrive.
01 / Choose your destination
Three goals. One clear focus.
10
Day planned course
Instrument Rating
A focused, personalized course for busy pilots, combining flight and ground training to build confident IFR proficiency.
$14,200 50 aircraft hours with an instructor + unlimited ground instruction for 10 days · fuel and examiner fee separate
View instrument course ↗07
Day planned course
Commercial Pilot
A focused finishing course with 25 flight hours with an instructor and ground instruction to prepare for your commercial checkride.
$9,950 Airplane and instruction included · fuel and examiner fee separate
View commercial course ↗Course durations are planned schedules, not certificate guarantees. Entry requirements, prior experience, proficiency, weather, aircraft and examiner availability affect completion. Instrument and commercial course details are confirmed before enrollment.
Instrument rating / 10-day planned course
Your instrument rating.
Your course, clearly priced.
Designed for busy pilots who want focused training in a dedicated block of time. Your course is tailored to your experience, goals and schedule, with a dedicated instructor and a structured plan from your first lesson through checkride preparation.
Focused training. Practical IFR skills.
Plan for 8–10 hours each day, divided between flight and ground instruction. Lessons build step by step, with clear briefings, ongoing feedback and practice applying instrument procedures in the airplane under ATC control.
Develop proficiency with the aircraft’s installed avionics, navigation equipment and backup systems. When conditions and safety permit, training includes actual instrument meteorological conditions. The goal is sound judgment and confident IFR flying, alongside preparation for the instrument practical test.
Already started? Finish with focus.
If you began instrument training elsewhere, APIT can review your logbook and tailor a finish-up plan to your remaining requirements. Contact us for an individual schedule and quote.
$14,200Instrument rating
course tuition
course tuition
- Airplane fee
- Included
- Fuel
- Separate
- Aircraft time with an instructor
- 50 hours
- Ground instruction
- Unlimited for 10 days
- Examiner / checkride fee
- Separate
The $14,200 instrument course includes 50 hours in the airplane with an instructor and unlimited ground instruction throughout the 10-day course. Fuel and the examiner/checkride fee are paid separately. We review your experience and prerequisites before enrollment, coordinate your training schedule and arrange your checkride. Hotel and personal transportation are arranged separately.
Plan your instrument course ↗The planned course is 10 days. Completion depends on preparation, eligibility, proficiency, weather, aircraft and examiner availability. Flexible daily start times are coordinated with your instructor.
Commercial pilot / One-week planned course
Refine your skills.
Fly to a professional standard.
A concentrated commercial finishing course for pilots who have the required flight experience and are ready to prepare for their next certificate. Your training plan is tailored to your logbook, proficiency and goals.
Purposeful practice. Clear instruction.
Build your skills through structured lessons, detailed briefings and focused flight practice. Work on commercial maneuvers, aircraft control, flight planning and aeronautical decision-making, with ground instruction to strengthen your knowledge and prepare for the oral examination.
Each lesson builds on the last, with ongoing feedback and practical-test preparation. The goal is to develop the precision, judgment and professionalism of a proficient commercial pilot.
$9,950Commercial pilot
course tuition
course tuition
- Aircraft time with an instructor
- 25 hours
- Ground instruction
- Included
- Airplane fee
- Included
- Fuel
- Separate
- Examiner / checkride fee
- Separate
We review your logbook and prerequisites before enrollment and coordinate a focused training plan and checkride arrangements. Hotel and personal transportation are arranged separately.
Plan your commercial course ↗The planned course is one week. Completion depends on eligibility, preparation, proficiency, weather, aircraft and examiner availability. This finishing course does not include an instrument rating.
02 / A plan before the preflight
Show up prepared.
Train with purpose.
Accelerated training works best when the groundwork is done first. We start with your goals and experience, then help coordinate the next steps for your program.
Start a conversation ↗01
Share your starting point
Tell us your certificate goals, flight experience and preferred dates. For advanced courses, have your logbook totals ready.
02
Confirm your training plan
Review prerequisites, instructor and aircraft arrangements, availability, tuition and additional costs before you commit.
03
Arrive ready to focus
Complete required preparation, arrange your stay and dedicate your training block to flying, studying and building proficiency.
03 / Know your investment
Your private pilot
program, clearly outlined.
No prior flight experience required. APIT’s 14-day private pilot program combines focused, one-on-one flight and ground instruction in a total-immersion training environment.
Make flying your focus.
Dedicate two weeks to learning, with eight hours of instructor availability each day. Structured lessons, clear briefings and hands-on practice build your skills step by step—from aircraft control and takeoffs and landings to navigation, flight planning and sound decision-making.
This demanding schedule calls for your full attention. Set aside work and other commitments so you can focus on flying, studying and preparing for each lesson. Our goal is to help you become a safe, proficient and confident private pilot, with skills that extend beyond the checkride.
Arrive ready to train.
Complete your private pilot knowledge test before the course begins. Contact APIT in advance to review required documents, medical eligibility and any previous experience. Your program includes 50 aircraft hours with an instructor at a dry rate.
Included in the program
14 training days
Instructor availability: 8 hours/day
50 aircraft hours with an instructor
Checkride scheduling targeted for day 14
Plan for separately
Fuel
Examiner fee
Hotel and transportation
Extra training, if needed
$19,800Private pilot
program tuition
program tuition
- Nonrefundable enrollment deposit
- $3,000
- Remaining tuition balance
- $16,800
- Balance payment deadline
- 10 days before arrival
- Examiner fee · separate
- $1,500
- Additional aircraft time · dry
- $120/hour
Your deposit is credited toward tuition. Fuel is paid separately. Extra instructor time is charged separately; request the applicable rate before enrollment. The $1,500 examiner fee is due on the checkride day, targeted for day 14.
Ask about a training block ↗The planned course is 14 days, with a checkride targeted for day 14. Completion depends on preparation, individual progress, proficiency, weather, aircraft and examiner availability. Additional training may be needed at the applicable rates; a certificate within two weeks is not guaranteed.
04 / Before you take off
A few good
questions.
Can I really finish within the advertised time?
These are concentrated training schedules, and completion depends on your preparation, eligibility and demonstrated proficiency. Weather, aircraft availability and examiner scheduling can also extend the timeline. Review your individual plan before booking travel.
What should I complete before private pilot training?
The private pilot written examination must be completed before the program starts. Contact APIT to review your experience, required documents and applicable medical and eligibility requirements before enrolling.
Is the one-week commercial course for beginners?
No. The $9,950 commercial finishing course is for pilots who already have the required experience. It includes ground instruction and 25 hours of flight time in the airplane with an instructor. Fuel and the examiner/checkride fee are separate. Your logbook and readiness are reviewed before your training plan is confirmed.
What is included in the instrument course?
The instrument course is $14,200, including 50 hours in the aircraft with an instructor and unlimited ground instruction for 10 days. Fuel and the examiner/checkride fee are paid separately. Plan for 8–10 hours of flight and ground training daily over a planned 10-day course. Your experience and prerequisites are reviewed before enrollment. Hotel and personal transportation are separate.
Who will conduct my training?
Your training will be conducted by the instructor or training provider confirmed for your program. APIT coordinates your inquiry and program arrangements. Instructor, aircraft and training location details are provided before enrollment.
Are accommodation and transportation included?
No. You arrange and pay for hotel accommodation and transportation. Confirm your training location and schedule before making travel reservations.
Your training location
Train in Van Nuys.
Make the sky familiar.
Build your skills in Van Nuys, California, with focused flight training in the Cessna 172. Choose your course, then contact APIT to coordinate your training dates and arrival details.
Ask about Van Nuys training ↗Van Nuys, California
Aircraft type
Cessna 172 (CE-172)
Available courses
Private Pilot · Instrument Rating · Commercial Pilot
Contact APIT for the meeting location and aircraft assignment before arranging your stay.
Your next step
Let’s put your
goal on the horizon.
Tell us where you are in your training and where you want to go. Contact APIT to discuss program fit, pricing and available dates.