Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 76
About
FLIGHT INSTRUCTION IN NORTHEAST, GA. Whether your aspirations are to fly for recreation or for a career, Horizon Dreams Aviation can help make your dreams a reality. Horizon owner Michelle Curcio is a career instructor who has been training students since 2005. With most flight schools, instructors teach as a steppingstone to flying for the airlines — not with Horizon. Michelle offers a harmonious training experience focused on surpassing standards and achieving efficiency. Horizon’s high-performance fleet offers comfortable flight time and modern technology. Flights and rentals are primarily conducted out of Habersham County Airport (KAJR) in Northeast Georgia.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150L (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,100 – $28,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Horizon Dreams Aviation is estimated to cost $7,100 – $28,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Horizon Dreams 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, Horizon Dreams 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.
Horizon Dreams Aviation's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-181 (Archer III), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 150L, and Piper PA-23 (Aztec). 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 Horizon Dreams Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Horizon Dreams Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.