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About
Apogee Air is a premier aircraft management company and Cirrus Certified Training Partner operating from Oakland County International Airport (KPTK) and Grand Rapids International Airport (KGRR). Services include flight training, aircraft management, maintenance, charter, and ownership support.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus SR20 G7 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $200 – $790/hr + $60 – $240/hr surcharge | $18,000 – $72,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $80 – $310/hr | $3,300 – $13,000 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $80 – $310/hr | $1,550 – $6,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $22,800 – $91,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Apogee Air is estimated to cost $22,800 – $91,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Apogee Air 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, Apogee Air 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.
Apogee Air's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR20 G7, Cirrus SR22T, and Cirrus SF50 (Vision Jet). 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 Apogee Air. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
Yes, Apogee Air charges a fuel surcharge on top of their rental rates. Ask the school how it is calculated before you start training.