The Cost
I’ll keep a running total of the cost of my flying training here. Just for amusement.
PPL(A) Flying: £3255
Trial lesson (1h): £120
Fly-in-Spain (9h30m and six landings): €1599, or about £1078
PFT, Oxford (15h45m): £2057
Equipment: £898
PPL study kit: £195
Prescription sunglasses: £240
Extra spare glasses: £120
Headset: £343
Miscellaneous: £690
Medical (including opthalmic test and certificate fee): £227
Fly-in-Spain membership: €60 (£40)
Trip to Jerez (flights, car hire, apartment): £273
PFT membership: £125
Theory exam (1): £25
Grand Total: £4843