Quality Score
Excellent
Base (15) + components above = 90
About
FAA Part 141 approved career pilot training at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (KFAT). Founded by Jim Brannan, a Designated Pilot Examiner since 1978, JB Aeronautics offers accelerated pilot training programs from Private Pilot through CFI/CFII and Multi-Engine, with rates up to 40% lower than national chains. Now operated by the Anywhere Aero team of former TOPGUN instructors and Naval Aviators. VA-approved for multiple programs. 48+ years of training excellence.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tecnam P2006T (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $190 – $750/hr | $13,100 – $52,500 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $15,400 – $61,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at JB Aeronautics is estimated to cost $15,400 – $61,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, JB Aeronautics is an FAA-approved Part 141 school. Training follows a structured curriculum with stage checks built in. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 141 is 35 flight hours, though most students take longer.
Yes, JB Aeronautics has a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. You can schedule your checkride directly through the school instead of finding an independent examiner on your own. In many areas DPE wait times have stretched to weeks or months, so this is worth factoring in when choosing a school.
JB Aeronautics's training fleet includes the Piper PA-38 (Tomahawk), Piper PA-28 (Archer II), Tecnam P2006T, and Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior). 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, JB Aeronautics has the following flight training device: Frasca 142. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, JB Aeronautics does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.