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Crosswinds Aviation produces the Safest, most Proficient and Professional pilots into the industry as efficiently as possible.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond DA20 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,450 – $5,800 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,750 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,400 – $33,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Crosswinds Aviation is estimated to cost $8,400 – $33,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Crosswinds 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.
Yes, Crosswinds Aviation has a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. You can schedule your checkride directly through the school instead of finding an independent examiner on your own. In many areas DPE wait times have stretched to weeks or months, so this is worth factoring in when choosing a school.
Crosswinds Aviation's training fleet includes the Diamond DA40, Diamond DA20, and Cessna 172S (Skyhawk). 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, Crosswinds Aviation has the following flight training device: Redbird TD2. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Crosswinds Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.