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About
We are your Sport Pilot home on Long Island. Come train for a Sport Pilot certificate in the newly acquired Bristell LSA. Sport Pilot gives you the freedom of flight in the shortest amount of time for the least amount of money. We provide efficient pilot training for pilots of all levels from Sport Pilot to Commercial Single-Engine Airplane, CFI, and CFII.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristell NG-5 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $160/hr | $800 – $3,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,200 – $28,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Airborne Elite, LLC is estimated to cost $7,200 – $28,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Airborne Elite, LLC 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, Airborne Elite, LLC 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.
Airborne Elite, LLC's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer), and Bristell NG-5. 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, Airborne Elite, LLC has the following flight training device: Elite RC1. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Airborne Elite, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.