Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 58
About
Clear2Aviate LLC Clear2Aviate LLC offers pristine flight training in aircraft out of the Ionia County Airport (Y70). We offer Primary, Advanced, and High-Performance training. We have four Piper airplanes with state of the art Avionics which include a Saratoga (N646KW), Arrow (N9442N), and two Archers (N3772M & N186SP). We have a simulator that qualifies as an Advanced Aviation Training Device so hours can be logged for all levels of flight training.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-181 (Archer) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,500 – $34,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Clear2Aviate LLC is estimated to cost $8,500 – $34,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Clear2Aviate LLC 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, Clear2Aviate LLC 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.
Clear2Aviate LLC's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-181 (Archer) and Piper PA-28R-200 (Arrow). 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, Clear2Aviate LLC has the following flight training device: Unknown. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Clear2Aviate LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.