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About
Aviators Flight Academy is a flight school based at Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles, offering flight training from Sport Pilot through CFI/CFII and a complete Airline Pilot Program. They operate a modern fleet of Czech Sport Aircraft SportCruisers with glass cockpits and BRS parachutes, and provide accelerated and standard training programs under FAA Part 61 and Part 141.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Sport Aircraft SportCruiser (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $45 – $170/hr | $3,000 – $11,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $170/hr | $1,775 – $7,150 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $170/hr | $850 – $3,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,600 – $22,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Aviators Flight Academy is estimated to cost $5,600 – $22,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Aviators Flight Academy is approved for both Part 61 and Part 141 training. Part 141 uses a structured, FAA-approved curriculum with stage checks and lowers the minimum hours for a Private Pilot Certificate from 40 to 35. Part 61 is self-paced with no required syllabus. Ask the school which path fits your schedule.
No, Aviators Flight Academy 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.
Aviators Flight Academy trains in the Czech Sport Aircraft SportCruiser. Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Aviators Flight Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Aviators Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.