Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 69
About
Freedom Aviation, Inc. is the fixed-base operator (FBO) at the Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) in Lynchburg, VA. We offer a comprehensive array of aviation services, including fueling, hangar, maintenance, avionics, charter and management, flight training, sales and brokering. Freedom Aviation's Cessna Pilot Center is a Part 61 Pilot School offering courses leading to private pilot certification, instrument rating, commercial pilot certification, flight instructor, flight instructor instrument, and additional class ratings.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,000 – $27,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Freedom Aviation, Inc is estimated to cost $7,000 – $27,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Freedom Aviation, Inc 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, Freedom Aviation, Inc 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.
Freedom Aviation, Inc's training fleet includes the Cessna 172S (Skyhawk) and Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). 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 Freedom Aviation, Inc. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Freedom Aviation, Inc does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.