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About
Brown Aero Technologies offers professional flight training in Alabama at Alexander City (KALX) and Sylacauga (SCD). Programs include Sport Pilot, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial License, CFI/CFII courses, Multi-Engine, and advanced aircraft endorsements. Part 61 training with experienced instructors holding military, corporate, and airline backgrounds.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,200 – $32,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Brown Aero Technologies, LLC is estimated to cost $8,200 – $32,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Brown Aero Technologies, LLC 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, Brown Aero Technologies, LLC 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.
Brown Aero Technologies, LLC's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-II (Archer), and Piper PA-34 (Seneca). 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, Brown Aero Technologies, LLC has the following flight training device: Redbird. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Brown Aero Technologies, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.