Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 64
About
1World Aero is a Part 61 flight school located at Tipton Airport (KFME), between Baltimore and Washington DC. Operating since 2003, offering flight training from Private Pilot through ATP in single and multi-engine airplanes. Known for professional standards, structured syllabi, and a close-knit community atmosphere.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $335/hr + $5 – $20/hr surcharge | $6,200 – $24,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $160/hr | $800 – $3,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,700 – $34,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at 1World Aero is estimated to cost $8,700 – $34,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, 1World Aero operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, 1World Aero does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
1World Aero's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior), and Piper PA-30 (Twin Comanche). Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
Yes, 1World Aero has the following flight training device: X-Plane 11. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
Yes, 1World Aero charges a fuel surcharge on top of their rental rates. Ask the school how it is calculated before you start training.