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Flight Training and Rentals
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150J (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $330/hr | $5,800 – $23,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,475 – $5,875 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,900 – $31,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Code 1 Flight Training is estimated to cost $7,900 – $31,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Code 1 Flight Training 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, Code 1 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.
Code 1 Flight Training's training fleet includes the Cessna 172XP (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Cessna 150J. 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, Code 1 Flight Training has the following flight training devices: One-G Foundation and True Course VR. Ask the school which ratings the devices count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Code 1 Flight Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.