Learn to Fly
Learn to fly with Bernadt Aviation a flight school that operates in Southeast Nebraska. We provide top-notch flight instruction with the advantage of a smaller airport.
Rent a Plane
Coconut, a 1970 Cessna 150K airplane,
can be rented for $137 per hour.
Instruction with Bruce (both ground and air)
is $50 per hour.
Students need to register on the site, and once approved, you will have access to scheduling information as well as downloadable instruction materials.
Before Starting Flight School:
https://medxpress.faa.gov/medxpress/
Fill out form 3rd class 8500-8
https://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator
Find an examiner near you, make an appointment and save the Confirmation Number.
https://iacra.faa.gov/IACRA/Default.aspx
Complete form 8710.
You will need to call Bruce at 402-326-0360 to complete form 8710.
Bernadt Aviation will need a copy of your birth certificate and driver's license for the background check.
Learn to fly step 1
Ground instruction.
Learn to fly step 2
Air instruction, with Bruce Bernadt,
in a 1970 Cessna 150K
(affectionately known as Coconut).
What does it cost to get a
Private Pilot License?
Estimated Cost for Private Pilot License
(Based on 50 Hours*)
| Plane Rental | $6850.00 |
| Flight Instruction (25 Hours) | $1,500.00 |
| Study Material Books | $800.00 |
| Knowledge Test | $200.00 |
| Flight Proficiency Test | $700.00 |
| Total Estimated Cost: | $10,050.00 |
*50 hours is an average. The actual cost is dependent upon each individual's time commitment.
