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Fly By Knight Flight School is one of the top flight schools in Louisiana, located at Hammond Northshore Regional Airport (KHDC). Offering Part 61 and Part 141 flight training for private pilots, instrument pilots, commercial pilots, multi-engine, and ATP. The school features a fleet of Piper Warriors and Piper Senecas, a pilot shop, and flexible financing programs.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,500 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $110/hr | $1,150 – $4,625 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,300 – $29,400 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Fly By Knight is estimated to cost $7,300 – $29,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Fly By Knight 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, Fly By Knight 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 By Knight's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28 (Warrior) and Piper PA-34-200T (Seneca). 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 Fly By Knight. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Fly By Knight does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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