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About
Icarus aims to serve the area as both a premium rental organization as well as an innovative time building location for any one seeking to gain the hours to earn your next rating.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remos GX (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $250/hr | $4,400 – $17,500 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,600 – $26,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Icarus Time Building & Rentals is estimated to cost $6,600 – $26,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Icarus Time Building & Rentals 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, Icarus Time Building & Rentals 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.
Icarus Time Building & Rentals's training fleet includes the Van's Aircraft RV-12 and Remos GX. 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 Icarus Time Building & Rentals. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Icarus Time Building & Rentals does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.