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About
CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation is a Part 61 and Part 141 flight training center located at Charleston International Airport (KCHS) in South Carolina. CRAFT integrates Redbird flight simulator technology with a modern fleet of Diamond aircraft to provide accelerated and traditional training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial, CFI, CFI-I, Multi-Engine, and ATP certificates. The school features the largest fleet of modern Diamond aircraft in South Carolina, including Jet-A burning DA40 NG and DA42-VI twin-engine aircraft, all equipped with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit avionics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation 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, CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation 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.
CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation's training fleet includes the Diamond DA40 NG, Diamond DA40 XLT, Diamond DA40 XL, Diamond DA42 NG, and Diamond DA42 VI. 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, CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation has the following flight training device: Redbird FMX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, CRAFT Flight Training & Simulation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.