Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 74
About
2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021-2022 AOPA Distinguished Flight School winner We started Dragonfly Aviation with one thing in mind… ensure that YOU achieve your dreams of flight safely and economically. Here at Dragonfly Aviation we understand that each student presents a unique situation and a different learning style. Our instructors are often collaborating on a challenging situation to get feedback on what they can do to keep students engaged and moving forward in their training. Whether you are an aspiring career pilot or an established professional who has always wanted to learn the freedom of flight, we will do our best at Dragonfly Aviation to ensure you have a great experience and are well prepared to take to the skies. Additional services include the Army COOL Program.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond DA20 C1 (Eclipse) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $280/hr | $4,900 – $19,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,800 – $27,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Dragonfly Aviation is estimated to cost $6,800 – $27,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Dragonfly Aviation 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, Dragonfly 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.
Dragonfly Aviation's training fleet includes the Diamond DA20 C1 (Eclipse), Diamond DA40 (Diamond Star), Cirrus SR20 G6, Diamond DA42 (Twin Star), CubCrafters CC11 100 (Sport Cub), and Game Aerospace GB1 (GameBird). 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, Dragonfly Aviation has the following flight training device: Fly This Sim Touch Trainer. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Dragonfly Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.