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About
Fly Maui / Shaka Skies is a Part 61 flight school based at Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui, Hawaii. We offer flight training for private, instrument, and commercial certificates, as well as introductory flights, vacation flying experiences for visiting pilots, and simulator training. Our goal is to make flying accessible, friendly, affordable, and fun for anyone passionate about flight in the Hawaiian Islands.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $130 – $510/hr | $8,900 – $35,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $10,800 – $43,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Fly Maui is estimated to cost $10,800 – $43,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Fly Maui 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 Maui 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 Maui's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) and Vashon VR7 (Ranger). 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, Fly Maui has the following flight training device: Redbird TD2. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Fly Maui does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.