Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
Learn to fly here! We are Dothan's premier general aviation flight training facility. We can help you with any and all of your aviation training needs. Call us today so we can design a customized flight training solution that is built around your schedule! About ACOM Aviation Academy ACOM Aviation Academy was founded in 2017 to provide quality flight training at an affordable cost. Over the past 5 plus years we have grown into the best and largest flight school in southeast Alabama. We have five airplanes and multiple instructors on staff to ensure you can fly when it fits your schedule. We also ensure our airplanes are properly maintained so you're not sitting on the ground wishing you were flying! ? Whether you want to be a twin engine commercial pilot or just go on a fun discovery flight, ACOM Aviation Academy knows how to turn aviation dreams into reality!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $280/hr | $4,900 – $19,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,100 – $28,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at ACOM Aviation Academy is estimated to cost $7,100 – $28,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, ACOM Aviation Academy 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, ACOM Aviation Academy 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.
ACOM Aviation Academy's training fleet includes the Piper PA-30 (Twin Comanche), Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee), and Bellanca 17-30A (Super Viking). 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.
No flight simulators are listed for ACOM Aviation Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, ACOM Aviation Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.