Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 64
About
Jefferson City Flying Service is a full-service FBO and flight school located at Jefferson City Memorial Airport (KJEF) in Mid-Missouri. Founded in 1974, JCFS offers expert flight training, aircraft maintenance, avionics services, line services, and fleet rentals. Whether you're learning to fly or need support for your aircraft, JCFS is your trusted aviation partner.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $240/hr | $4,200 – $16,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,400 – $25,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Jefferson City Flying Service is estimated to cost $6,400 – $25,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Jefferson City Flying Service 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, Jefferson City Flying Service 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.
Jefferson City Flying Service's training fleet includes the Cessna 150, Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer), Piper PA-28-R (Arrow), and Beechcraft 55. 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 Jefferson City Flying Service. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Jefferson City Flying Service does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.