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About
Aerospace N3XT is a FAR Part 141 and Part 61 certified flight training organization operating out of Kickapoo Downtown Airport in Wichita Falls, TX. They offer flight training from Private Pilot through ATP and Citation Type Ratings, aircraft charter (Part 135), and aircraft maintenance (Part 145 Repair Station).
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grumman AA-5 A (Cheetah) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $125 – $500/hr | $8,700 – $34,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $200/hr | $2,100 – $8,400 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $200/hr | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $11,800 – $47,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Aerospace N3XT is estimated to cost $11,800 – $47,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Aerospace N3XT 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, Aerospace N3XT 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.
Aerospace N3XT's training fleet includes the Grumman AA-5 A (Cheetah), Diamond DA20 (Eclipse), Beechcraft Bonanza, and Beechcraft Baron. 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, Aerospace N3XT has the following flight training device: Unknown Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Aerospace N3XT does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.