It Can't Cost That Much...

OK. Now I've decided to be a pilot. I'm going to need a few things. The short list:

1. Private Pilot Manual - $60.00
2. ASA Private Pilot Syllabus - $12.00
3. FAA Airplane Flying Handbook - $20.00
4. FAA Guide to Aviation Weather - $20.00
5. Jeppesen DVD/CD ROM Private Pilot - $150.00
6. David Clark 13.4 Headset - $300.00
7. Plotter - $8.00
8. E6B Flight Calculator - $25.00
9. Gleim Oral Test Prep Guide - $15.00
10. Sectional Chart $8.99
11. Terminal Area Chart - $8.99
12. FAR/AIM - $20.00
13. A/FD - $7.00
14. Headset Bag - $28.00
15. Kneeboard - $38.00

Then there is the flight surgeon physical that costs $75.00. This medical certificate is your student pilot certificate and must be carried with you at all times while flying (along with a picture ID). Some "optional" equipment:

1. Battery powered aviation radio/scanner - $150.00
2. Subscription to Jeppesen Internet Flight Planner $11.00/month
3. Ride-Ready Checkride Prep Software - $30.00
4. Flashlight (required for night flight) - $8.00
5. Mechanical Pencils - $4.00

I'm sure there is more. But the mojor stuff is already in my bag. Not too bad (thank God I learned abour Raman noodles in college).