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Base (15) + components above = 61
About
Corporate Helicopters Flight Training Academy is a FAA-approved helicopter flight school located at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego, California. Offering Part 61 helicopter flight training since 1990, the academy provides courses for Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, Instrument Rating, CFI, CFII, and ATP certificates, as well as advanced training and a helicopter flight simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson R22 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $160 – $630/hr | $11,000 – $44,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $13,300 – $53,000 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy is estimated to cost $13,300 – $53,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy 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, Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy 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.
Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy's training fleet includes the Robinson R44 (Raven), Robinson R22, and Bell 206 (JetRanger). 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, Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy has the following flight training device: Platinum Flight Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Corporate Helicopters - Flight Training Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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