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About
Aces High Aviation is a flight school located at Long Beach Airport (KLGB) offering Part 61 flight training for Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, CFII, and Multi-Engine ratings. The school operates a fleet of Cessna 152s, Cessna 172s, a Diamond DA-42, a Redbird MCX full-motion simulator, and a Boeing Stearman PT-17 biplane. Training is offered on a flexible pay-as-you-go basis with no enrollment fees or monthly dues.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $280/hr | $4,900 – $19,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $180/hr | $1,900 – $7,550 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $180/hr | $900 – $3,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,700 – $30,800 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Aces High Aviation is estimated to cost $7,700 – $30,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Aces High Aviation 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, Aces High Aviation 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.
Aces High Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 152, Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Diamond DA-42 (Twinstar), and Boeing PT-17. 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, Aces High Aviation has the following flight training device: Redbird MCX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Aces High Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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