Quality Score
Very Good
Base (15) + components above = 78
About
Alpha One Flight Services is a FAR Part 61 flight school based at Plymouth Municipal Airport (KPYM) in Plymouth, Massachusetts. We offer flight training from Private Pilot through ATP, instrument and commercial ratings, scenic flights, aircraft rentals, and full-service maintenance including A&P and IA certified mechanics.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $250/hr | $4,400 – $17,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,475 – $5,875 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,600 – $26,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Alpha One Flight Services is estimated to cost $6,600 – $26,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Alpha One Flight Services 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, Alpha One Flight Services 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.
Alpha One Flight Services's training fleet includes the Cessna 172P (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 152, Piper PA-28 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer II), Piper PA-28R (Arrow II), and Bellanca 7-GCBC (Citabria). 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, Alpha One Flight Services has the following flight training device: Elite BATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Alpha One Flight Services does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.