Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 58
About
East Bay Flight connects you to high quality, customer focused, goal oriented flight instruction at Oakland International Airport. By utilizing modern technology both in and out of the flight deck, East Bay Flight is focused on making your experience cost effective and time efficient, while offering flexible scheduling around your busy life.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-181 (Archer) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,500 – $34,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at East Bay Flight is estimated to cost $8,500 – $34,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, East Bay Flight 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, East Bay Flight 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.
East Bay Flight's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-181 (Archer) and Cirrus SR22 T. 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.
No flight simulators are listed for East Bay Flight. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, East Bay Flight does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.