Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 66
About
Celebrated their 70th Anniversary in the Fall 2023. Club Started in 1953. "Like" us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/BFCRockford
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $265/hr Hobbs | $4,700 – $18,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $500 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,100 – $28,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc. is estimated to cost $7,100 – $28,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc. 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, Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc. 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.
Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc. trains in the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Blackhawk Flying Club, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.