Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Harbour Aviation is a professional flight school located at Bourland Field Airport (50F) in Cresson, TX — conveniently serving Fort Worth, Weatherford, Granbury, Burleson, Aledo, and the greater DFW area. We offer Private Pilot (PPL), Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Multi-Engine, and CFI training, ground school, and introductory Discovery Flights. What sets us apart: our dedication to efficiency, our unique airspace and airport, and our top-notch instructors dedicated to providing excellent instruction. We maintain a standardized fleet of aircraft with an in-house mechanic for maximum safety and availability. Training is flexible, personalized, and available 7 days a week. Flight training financing is available. Whether you're dreaming of your first flight or pursuing a professional pilot career, we'll tailor a program to fit your goals. Book a Discovery Flight today and take the controls for the first time!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,500 – $29,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Harbour Aviation is estimated to cost $7,500 – $29,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Harbour Aviation 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, Harbour Aviation 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.
Harbour Aviation's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR22, Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 172K (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-34 (Seneca). 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 Harbour Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Harbour Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.