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Fair
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About
Genesis Aero is Central Texas' premier flight training and aircraft rental company located at Georgetown Executive Airport (KGTU). They offer Part 61 and Part 141 training programs including Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, and CFI certificates, as well as Cirrus Authorized Training Center courses. The fleet consists of Cessna and Cirrus aircraft maintained by an on-site A&P/IA mechanic.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $105 – $410/hr | $7,200 – $28,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,400 – $37,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Genesis Aero is estimated to cost $9,400 – $37,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Genesis Aero 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, Genesis Aero 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.
Genesis Aero's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR22 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 Genesis Aero. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Genesis Aero does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.