Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 70
About
McCall Mountain/Canyon Flying Seminars LLC, est.1997, is an internationally recognized company that conducts flight & ground training for primary & advanced pilots; providing the skills and knowledge needed to operate safely in the unique environment of the mountain and canyons, involving off pavement landings. With the guidance of Lori and the help of her instructors, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying has developed into the most prominent backcountry flight school in the nation. Their instructors are some of the most recognized backcountry pilots in Idaho and Utah. Please call to inquire about aircraft and equipment rentals.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 182T (Skylane) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $180 – $710/hr | $12,400 – $49,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $14,700 – $58,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC. is estimated to cost $14,700 – $58,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC. 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.
Yes, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC. 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.
McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC. trains in the Cessna 182T (Skylane). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.