Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Dare to Dream Aviation Training is South Florida's premier luxury flight training center located at Pompano Beach Airpark (KPMP). As an Authorized Cirrus Training Center, we offer training in modern Cirrus SR20, SR22, and Diamond DA40 aircraft equipped with advanced Garmin avionics. We offer Part 61 and Part 141 training programs including Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Certificate courses, as well as Cirrus Transition Training. Our facility features an in-house A&P mechanic and the RealSimGear SR7x Pro FAA-approved AATD simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond DA40 XLS (Diamond Star) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $115 – $460/hr | $8,000 – $32,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $190/hr | $2,000 – $7,975 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $190/hr | $950 – $3,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $11,000 – $43,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Dare To Dream Aviation Training is estimated to cost $11,000 – $43,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Dare To Dream Aviation Training 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, Dare To Dream Aviation Training 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.
Dare To Dream Aviation Training's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR22 G7+, Cirrus SR20 G7, Cirrus SR20 G6, Diamond DA40 NG (Diamond Star), and Diamond DA40 XLS (Diamond Star). 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, Dare To Dream Aviation Training has the following flight training device: RealSimGear SR7x Pro. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Dare To Dream Aviation Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.