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About
Gibson Aviation has been offering affordable flight training in the Chippewa Valley Region flight training since 1961. At Gibson Aviation we are committed to our students and safety. Welcome to the Gibson Aviation Family.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150L (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $240/hr | $4,200 – $16,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,000 – $24,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Gibson Aviation Services LLC is estimated to cost $6,000 – $24,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Gibson Aviation Services LLC 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, Gibson Aviation Services LLC 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.
Gibson Aviation Services LLC's training fleet includes the Cessna 150L, Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), and Cessna 172S (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.
Yes, Gibson Aviation Services LLC has the following flight training device: Gleim Virtual Cockpit. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Gibson Aviation Services LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.