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About
Leading Edge Flight Training is a premier flight school based at Northern Colorado Regional Airport (KFNL) in Loveland, CO. We offer Part 61 training from Private Pilot through CFI and CFII, featuring a diverse fleet of Cessna 172s, a Diamond DA40, and a Piper Cherokee. Our experienced instructors provide personalized, one-on-one instruction with flexible scheduling available 24/7/365.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond DA40 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $340/hr | $6,000 – $23,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,475 – $5,875 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,100 – $32,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Leading Edge Flight Training is estimated to cost $8,100 – $32,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Leading Edge Flight Training 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, Leading Edge Flight Training 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.
Leading Edge Flight Training's training fleet includes the Diamond DA40, Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-28. 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 Leading Edge Flight Training. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Leading Edge Flight Training does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.