Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 70
About
Come fly with us and experience the joys of aviation! At Bend Aircraft, a Central Oregon Flight School, we believe that safety comes first, which is why we pride ourselves on providing well-maintained aircraft to our students and instructors. We began as a maintenance shop in the spring of 2017 before opening up our flight department a year later. Our reputation as a quality maintenance provider has greatly contributed to our rapid growth as a flight school. Central Oregon is a fantastic place to train due to the amazing weather we have throughout the year. Very seldom will your lessons be shortened or canceled because of inclement weather.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $110 – $440/hr | $7,700 – $30,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,700 – $38,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Bend Aircraft Mechanics is estimated to cost $9,700 – $38,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Bend Aircraft Mechanics 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, Bend Aircraft Mechanics 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.
Bend Aircraft Mechanics's training fleet includes the Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Beechcraft 76 (Duchess). 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, Bend Aircraft Mechanics has the following flight training device: Redbird SD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Bend Aircraft Mechanics does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.