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About
HCH Aviation is a premier FAA Part 141 and Part 61 certified flight training school located at the A.L. Mangham Jr. Regional Airport in Nacogdoches, Texas. In partnership with Stephen F. Austin State University, HCH Aviation offers professional flight training programs ranging from private pilot through certified flight instructor, as well as a collegiate aviation program for students pursuing a degree alongside their FAA pilot ratings. The school trains using a modern fleet of Tecnam aircraft and FAA-approved simulators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HCH Aviation, LLC has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, HCH Aviation, 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, HCH Aviation, 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.
HCH Aviation, LLC's training fleet includes the Tecnam P-Mentor, Tecnam P92 MKII (Sierra MKII), and Tecnam P2006T. 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, HCH Aviation, LLC has the following flight training device: Unknown Flight Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, HCH Aviation, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.