Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 61
About
Central Florida Flight Training is a locally owned and operated flight school based at Zephyrhills Airport (KZPH). We offer FAA Part 61 training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, CFI/CFII, High Performance, and Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) certifications. With 20+ years of aviation experience, Gold Seal instructors, and an FAA A&P mechanic on staff, we combine personalized one-on-one instruction with in-house maintenance for a safer, more reliable training experience.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150Aerobat (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $240/hr | $4,200 – $16,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,100 – $24,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Central Florida Flight Training is estimated to cost $6,100 – $24,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Central Florida Flight Training 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, Central Florida Flight Training 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.
Central Florida Flight Training's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cessna 150Aerobat, Cessna 150M, and Cessna 182 (Skylane). 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, Central Florida Flight Training 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, Central Florida Flight Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.