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Good
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About
Coeur d'Alene Aviation is a full-service aviation company based at KCOE offering Part 61 flight training, aircraft maintenance, charter flights, aircraft brokerage, and hangar construction. The flight school features a modern training fleet and a Redbird AATD simulator with PilotEdge integration.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tecnam P2008 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,475 – $5,875 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,500 – $33,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance is estimated to cost $8,500 – $33,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance 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, Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance 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.
Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance's training fleet includes the Cessna 172K (Skyhawk), Tecnam P2008, and Vans RV-12. 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, Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance 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, Coeur d'Alene Aviation and Maintenance does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.