Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
At Atlas Flight School, we offer instruction to all those who want to fly the skies. Whatever pilot certificate, rating, or endorsement you’re looking to obtain, we have a professional and skilled team to teach you!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $310/hr | $5,400 – $21,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $200/hr | $2,100 – $8,400 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $200/hr | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,500 – $34,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Atlas Flight School is estimated to cost $8,500 – $34,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Atlas Flight School 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, Atlas Flight School 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.
Atlas Flight School's training fleet includes the Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Piper PA-24-250 (Comanche), and Piper PA-23-250 (Aztec). 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, Atlas Flight School has the following flight training device: Redbird MCX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Atlas Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.