Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Located at the Oconee County Regional Airport (KCEU), the Clemson Flying Club has been around since 1927, making us the nation’s oldest continually operated flying club! Our Club provides educational opportunities for individuals interested in aviation, promoting the development and improvement of safe and proficient piloting skills. We support flight training, recurrent training, aviation safety programs, seminars, and other educational activities, and provide members with reasonable and affordable access to aircraft. We seek to foster interest in aviation among students, members of the Clemson University community, and the general public through educational outreach, aviation-related events, mentorship, scholarships, and community programs.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr Hobbs | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,000 – $27,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Clemson Flying Club is estimated to cost $7,000 – $27,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Clemson Flying Club 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, Clemson Flying Club 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.
Clemson Flying Club's training fleet includes the Cessna 182L (Skylane), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172B (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, Clemson Flying Club has the following flight training device: Elite XTS. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Clemson Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.