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About
We are a Cessna Pilot Center, operating under Part 61. We fly a fleet of C172 G1000 aircraft. We provide training towards Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, and Instructor ratings. We also provide Aerial Tours of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $400/hr | $7,000 – $27,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $200/hr | $2,100 – $8,400 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $200/hr | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $10,100 – $40,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Fly Bay Area is estimated to cost $10,100 – $40,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Fly Bay Area 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, Fly Bay Area 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.
Fly Bay Area trains in the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
Yes, Fly Bay Area has the following flight training device: PFC GT. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Fly Bay Area does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.