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Good
Base (15) + components above = 73
About
First Team Pilot Training is a flight school providing pilot training, flying lessons, ground instruction and airplane rental in the greater Memphis TN area. Our pilot programs are developed from years of military and civilian flight training experience and can accommodate part-time student pilots and full-time commercial pilot training in our Piper aircraft, equipped with modern avionics.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $360/hr | $6,300 – $25,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,200 – $32,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at First Team Pilot Training is estimated to cost $8,200 – $32,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, First Team Pilot Training 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, First Team Pilot 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.
First Team Pilot Training's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee), Piper PA-28-160 (Cherokee), Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee), and Bellanca 7ECA (Citabria). 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 First Team Pilot Training. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, First Team Pilot Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.