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Very Good
Base (15) + components above = 79
About
Cornerstone Aviation is Utah's Premier Flight School, offering FAA Part 141 and Part 61 flight training programs from zero experience to Commercial Pilot Certification. Located at Salt Lake City International Airport and Ogden-Hinckley Airport, CSA offers training for career pilots, international students, veterans, high school students, and pleasure flyers. Their fleet includes Cessna 172s, Cessna 182s, and a multi-engine Seneca, plus AATD simulators.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $105 – $420/hr | $7,400 – $29,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $160/hr | $800 – $3,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,800 – $39,300 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Cornerstone Aviation is estimated to cost $9,800 – $39,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Cornerstone Aviation 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, Cornerstone Aviation 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.
Cornerstone Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cessna 182 (Skylane), and Piper PA-34 (Seneca). 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, Cornerstone Aviation has the following flight training devices: Frasca AATD and Unknown ATC Trainer (CommSim). Ask the school which ratings the devices count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Cornerstone Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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