Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 73
About
Legends Air Center at Thaden Field is THE premier FBO located in Bentonville, Arkansas. Voted Arkansas airport of the year, Coolest Airport in the Country, and loaded with on-airfield amenities. Thaden Field is the gateway to Northwest Arkansas and the Ozarks. Located only minutes from the Walmart and Sam's Club home offices and minutes to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Legends Air Center prides itself with great service and a knowledgeable staff that can help with anything from travel arrangements, aircraft maintenance, flight training, aircraft rental, and aircraft charter. Come visit Legends Air Center where we have been meeting Aviation needs since 2006.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,100 – $28,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Legends Air Center is estimated to cost $7,100 – $28,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Legends Air Center 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, Legends Air Center 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.
Legends Air Center's training fleet includes the Cessna 152, Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-18 (Super Cub). 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, Legends Air Center has the following flight training device: Redbird. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Legends Air Center does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.