America West Aero Club, Inc.
Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 50
About
As of June 2025, we are a social club centered around flying a 2023 Vashon Ranger R7 Cascade. This is an Airplane that can qualify for Sport Pilot to ATP. As a SLS airplane that members can use for training, travel, or fun! It is IFR equipped but can’t currently fly in IMC.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vashon R7 Cascade (Ranger) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $45 – $180/hr Hobbs | $3,200 – $12,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $2,000 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $266/mo | $3,192 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,000 – $31,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at America West Aero Club, Inc. is estimated to cost $8,000 – $31,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, America West Aero Club, Inc. 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, America West Aero Club, Inc. 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.
America West Aero Club, Inc. trains in the Vashon R7 Cascade (Ranger). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for America West Aero Club, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, America West Aero Club, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.