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About
Chinook Flight is a flight training center located at Paine Field (KPAE) in Everett, WA. They specialize in instrument training using a Redbird FMX Full Motion Simulator and partner with the Puget Sound Flyers Club for well-maintained aircraft. Students can log up to 20 hours in the Redbird FMX toward their Instrument Rating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chinook Flight Services has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Chinook Flight Services 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, Chinook Flight Services 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.
Chinook Flight Services's training fleet includes the Cessna 150, Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), and Cessna 177 (Cardinal). 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, Chinook Flight Services has the following flight training device: Redbird FMX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Chinook Flight Services does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.