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About
CHI Aerospace is a Part 61 flight school based at Portsmouth International Airport at Pease (KPSM) in Portsmouth, NH. They offer Sport Pilot, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, CFI/CFII, Single Engine Seaplane, and Aerobatics training programs. Their modern fleet includes Van's RV-12 and RV-12iS light sport aircraft, Cessna 172s, a Cessna 182 amphib, a Cessna 182T, and a Robin Alpha 160A, along with a Redbird FMX full-motion simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van's RV-12 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $110 – $440/hr | $7,700 – $30,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,900 – $39,700 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at CHI Aerospace is estimated to cost $9,900 – $39,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, CHI Aerospace 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, CHI Aerospace 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.
CHI Aerospace's training fleet includes the Van's RV-12is, Van's RV-12, Cessna 182B (Skylane), Cessna 182T (Skylane), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Robin Alpha 160 A. 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, CHI Aerospace has the following flight training device: Redbird FMX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
Yes, CHI Aerospace charges a fuel surcharge on top of their rental rates. Ask the school how it is calculated before you start training.
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