Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
Attitude Helicopters (Altitude Helicopters Training Academy) is an FAA Part 61 helicopter flight school based at Brown Field Municipal Airport (KSDM) in San Diego, CA. We offer training from Private Pilot Helicopter through CFII, including Instrument Rating and Commercial License. Our programs include introductory/discovery flights, standard training, and an intensive 6-week certification program.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson R22 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $175 – $700/hr | $12,300 – $49,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $14,500 – $57,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Attitude Helicopters is estimated to cost $14,500 – $57,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Attitude Helicopters 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, Attitude Helicopters 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.
Attitude Helicopters's training fleet includes the Robinson R22 and Robinson R44. 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 Attitude Helicopters. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Attitude Helicopters does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.