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Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Bellingham Aviation Services (BAS) is a full-service FBO and flight school at Bellingham International Airport (KBLI). BAS offers flight training for private pilot certificates, instrument ratings, commercial licenses, and flight instructor certifications, along with aircraft maintenance, avionics, charter brokerage, fueling, and concierge services.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $290/hr | $5,000 – $20,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,900 – $27,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Bellingham Aviation Services is estimated to cost $6,900 – $27,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Bellingham Aviation Services 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, Bellingham Aviation Services 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.
Bellingham Aviation Services's training fleet includes the Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-28 (Cherokee). 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, Bellingham Aviation Services has the following flight training device: One-G Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Bellingham Aviation Services does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.