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A-Cent Aviation is a FAA Part 61 and Part 141 flight school located at Herlong Recreational Airport (KHEG) in Jacksonville, FL. Offering training from discovery flights through CFI/CFII, aircraft rentals, aerial tours, and an FAA-certified PSI testing center.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 162 (Skycatcher) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $240/hr | $4,200 – $16,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,200 – $24,900 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at A-Cent Aviation, Inc is estimated to cost $6,200 – $24,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, A-Cent Aviation, Inc is approved for both Part 61 and Part 141 training. Part 141 uses a structured, FAA-approved curriculum with stage checks and lowers the minimum hours for a Private Pilot Certificate from 40 to 35. Part 61 is self-paced with no required syllabus. Ask the school which path fits your schedule.
No, A-Cent Aviation, Inc 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.
A-Cent Aviation, Inc's training fleet includes the Cessna 162 (Skycatcher), Cessna 150G, Cessna 150H, Cessna 150L, Cessna 172F (Skyhawk), Cessna 172G (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Aero Commander 100, Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee), Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee), Piper PA-28R-IV (Arrow), Piper PA-32-260 (Cherokee Six), and Piper PA-34-200T (Seneca). 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, A-Cent Aviation, Inc has the following flight training device: Elite PI-135. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, A-Cent Aviation, Inc does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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