Quality Score
Very Good
Base (15) + components above = 79
About
Fort Worth Flying Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-equity flying club based at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (KFTW) that is dedicated to providing a safe and affordable aviation option for pilots in the DFW Area and beyond.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150M (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $35 – $130/hr Hobbs | $2,275 – $9,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $300 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $100/mo | $1,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,300 – $21,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Fort Worth Flying Club is estimated to cost $5,300 – $21,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Fort Worth Flying Club 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, Fort Worth Flying Club 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.
Fort Worth Flying Club's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-181 (Archer II), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 182Q (Skylane), and Cessna 150M. 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, Fort Worth Flying Club has the following flight training device: Gleim FE-BATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Fort Worth Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.