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What does a pilot licence really cost? Configure your situation and get an instant detailed cost breakdown: by country, aircraft type and hours.

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Netherlands (ILT)

High hourly rates; strong flight school infrastructure. ILT exam fees are low. Medical via AME.

Aircraft: €145/h (every hour) · Instructor: +€75/h during dual hours. Average market rates for Netherlands (ILT).

55h
EASA min. (45h)Average 55–65h100h

Estimate: 33h dual + 22h solo.

Cost breakdown

✈️Aircraft rental: 55h × €145/h (incl. fuel)
€7.975
🧑‍🏫Instructor: 33 dual hours × €75/h
€2.475
📝Theory exams (8 papers × €40)
€320
📻Communications practical exam (RT-VFR / FRTOL)
€130
🎯Skill Test (PPL practical exam)
€320
🏥Class 2 Medical certificate
€175
📡R/T training (radiotelephony)
€400
🗣️LPE language test (Language Proficiency)
€200
📚Study materials (books, headset, kneeboard, apps)
€450
Estimated total cost€12.445

Indicative for Netherlands (ILT). Actual costs depend on flight school, location, weather and individual progress.

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Rates for Netherlands (ILT) are based on market research 2024–2025. Exam fees are official rates. Actual school rates may differ.

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