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About
Flying Tigers Flight School offers Part 61 and Part 141 flight training at Ellington Airport in Houston, Texas. Programs include Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial Pilot, and CFI/CFII certificates.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $330/hr | $5,800 – $23,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $180/hr | $1,900 – $7,550 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $180/hr | $900 – $3,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,600 – $34,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Flying Tigers Flight School is estimated to cost $8,600 – $34,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Flying Tigers Flight School 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, Flying Tigers Flight School 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.
Flying Tigers Flight School's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) and Cessna 172. 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 Flying Tigers Flight School. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Flying Tigers Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.