Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 61
About
Coast Flight Training is a Platinum Certified Cirrus Training Center and full-scale flight training academy located at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego, California. Established in 2008, Coast offers accelerated professional pilot programs, recreational training, a Rotor Transition Program for former helicopter pilots, university partnership programs, and international student training. The school operates a modern fleet including Cirrus SR20s and SR22Ts, Piper Archers and Seminoles, and Cessna 172s, all equipped with G1000 avionics. Coast is VA approved, FAA Part 141 and Part 61 certified, and partners with major airlines including American Airlines, Envoy Air, and SkyWest.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus SR20 G6 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $225 – $890/hr | $15,600 – $62,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $65 – $250/hr | $2,600 – $10,500 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $65 – $250/hr | $1,250 – $5,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $19,500 – $77,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Coast Flight Training is estimated to cost $19,500 – $77,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Coast Flight Training is approved for both Part 61 and Part 141 training. Part 141 uses a structured, FAA-approved curriculum with stage checks and lowers the minimum hours for a Private Pilot Certificate from 40 to 35. Part 61 is self-paced with no required syllabus. Ask the school which path fits your schedule.
No, Coast Flight Training 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.
Coast Flight Training's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR20 G6, Cirrus SR20 G7, Cirrus SR22T G6, Cirrus SR22T G7, Piper PA-28 (Archer III), Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-44 (Seminole). 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, Coast Flight Training 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, Coast Flight Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.