How Much Does Flight School Cost In South Africa

Ground School and flight school are the two parts that make up your pilot training. In-ground school, you learn the theory about how airplanes fly, the weather, and several other aviation-related topics. The goal of ground school is to help you pass the knowledge test.

How Much Does Flight School Cost In South Africa

CostAmount
25 Dual hours on PA28-161 @ R2 050 per hourR51 250
15 Solo hours on PA28-161 @ R1 750 per hourR26 250
5 Dual hours on FNPT II @ R960 per hourR4 800
15 Hours @ R414.00 (minimum by law)R5 250
3 Dual hours on PA28-161 @ R2 050R6 150
2 Hours @ R350 – Ground Evaluation/TestR700
PPL Kit including all PPL notes (without Headsets)R6 544
Exams (7 x R190) with Radio exam R1 830
Total amount R102 774

Which university can I study pilot in South Africa?

Lanseria Flight Centre.

Johannesburg School of Flying.

Eagle Flight Academy.

Cranfield Aviation Training.

Progress Flight Academy.

U-fly Training Academy.

What grades are needed to be a pilot?

In order to become a commercial airline pilot, just about all airlines require you to have at least 5 GCSE’s that are graded A-C (or equivalent) including Maths, English, and Science. At school, try and work hard in all subjects but in particular these three core areas.

How much does a pilot make in South Africa?

The average pilot salary in South Africa is R 312 000 per year or R 160 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 171 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 7 003 800 per year.