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Saving Money on Pilot Supplies
Books, videos, and other pilot supplies won’t be your biggest expense as a student pilot. But, if you spend some time shopping around, can save a good amount of money. I’ve done most of the work for you already and have found the absolute cheapest source for almost everything you’re going to need as a student pilot. You may be surprised when you find out who truly has the most affordable pilot supplies online.
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Flight Training
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Flight Hrs: 1.7 / Total Hrs: 13.4
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Checkride Preperation
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Communications
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Destinations
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