Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 67
About
Centennial Aviation Academy is one of the nation's top-ranked flight schools, dedicated to helping aspiring pilots of all ages reach their aviation goals. Recognized by AOPA as a Distinguished Flight School in 2021-2022, CAA offers adult flight training, youth pilot academy, add-on ratings, and introductory flights. Students have 24/7 access to a well-maintained, hangared fleet of modern aircraft, and train with highly experienced certified flight instructors at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport in Atlanta, GA.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $115 – $460/hr | $8,000 – $32,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $200/hr | $2,075 – $8,325 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $200/hr | $1,000 – $3,950 |
| Estimated Total Range | $11,100 – $44,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Centennial Aviation Academy is estimated to cost $11,100 – $44,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Centennial Aviation Academy 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, Centennial Aviation Academy 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.
Centennial Aviation Academy's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer), Piper PA-28R-180, Cessna 172P (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior), and Beechcraft BE-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, Centennial Aviation Academy has the following flight training device: Elite PI-135. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Centennial Aviation Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.