Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 65
About
Griffing Flying Service is a full-service aviation company based at Erie-Ottawa International Airport in Port Clinton, Ohio, offering private air charter flights, flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, aircraft management, aircraft sales, hangar rental, and daily service to the Lake Erie Islands.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28 (Archer) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $400/hr | $7,000 – $28,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $110/hr | $1,150 – $4,625 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,700 – $34,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Griffing Flying Service is estimated to cost $8,700 – $34,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Griffing Flying Service 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, Griffing Flying Service 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.
Griffing Flying Service trains in the Piper PA-28 (Archer). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Griffing Flying Service. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Griffing Flying Service does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.