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Flight school offering training & aircraft rental!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,400 – $29,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Charlottesville Flight Center is estimated to cost $7,400 – $29,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Charlottesville Flight Center 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, Charlottesville Flight Center 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.
Charlottesville Flight Center's training fleet includes the Cessna 172L (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Cessna 152. 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, Charlottesville Flight Center has the following flight training device: Redbird AATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Charlottesville Flight Center does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.