Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 56
About
See our web site for all details. Blue Ridge Flyers is a flying club (set up as a non-profit corporation) managing 2 aircraft based at Leesburg, VA (KJYO) [North ramp, A9, A10]. These planes are very capable and solid IFR platforms at a very competitive cost. N2871R, a 1967 C182K Skylane Plane Features: • Garmin GMA 345 intercom (bluetooth) • ADS-B Out/In (Appareo Stratus ESGi)(WiFi) • Garmin GNS-430W • Garmin SL-30 nav/radio w/ILS (dual ILS) • Dual Garmin G5 (AI, HSI) • Garmin GFC500 • Garmin Flightstream • JPI-830 engine monitor • Usable fuel: 79 gallons • Useful load: 983 pounds Pilot Requirements: • PP-ASEL w/valid medical • High performance endorsement • 10 hrs make/model [HP and make/model time can be earned in the club)] N3949X, 1975 Piper Arrow II (PA-28R-200) Plane Features: • Garmin GMA 345 intercom (bluetooth) • Garmin GNS 430W • Garmin GNC 255A nav/com • Garmin GTX 330ES transponder (ADS-B out) • GDL-39 ADS-B-in (Bluetooth) • JPI EDM-830 engine monitor • Dual Garmin GI275 (AI & HSI) • Garmin GFC500 • Garmin Flightstream • Usable fuel: 48 gallons • Useful load: 988 pounds Pilot Requirements: • PP-ASEL w/valid medical • Complex endorsement • 10 hours in PA28R make/model* (Complex and make/model time can be earned in the club) Fees and Rates: • Buy-in of $7500 ($6500 refundable upon departure from the club) • Monthly fee of $100 (covers all fixed costs including tie-down and insurance) • Hourly rate is $135 (wet) *** • Membership Application/Wait List $200 Club Features: • Flight time is billed as Hobbs time w/no min daily rate (great for vacations) • Scheduling managed via Flight Circle • Limit of 2 concurrent reservations and 1 day of reservation Wait list is currently 3 as of 05/25/2026.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 182K (Skylane) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr Hobbs | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $2 |
| Security deposit (refundable) | — | one-time | $65,000 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $100/mo | $1,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $40,100 – $160,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Blue Ridge Flyers is estimated to cost $40,100 – $160,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Blue Ridge Flyers 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, Blue Ridge Flyers 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.
Blue Ridge Flyers's training fleet includes the Cessna 182K (Skylane) and Piper PA-28R-200 (Arrow II). 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 Blue Ridge Flyers. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Blue Ridge Flyers does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.