Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 68
About
The Mohawk Flying Club is a member-owned, non-profit flying club in continuous operation since 1959 with four (4) aircraft all hangared at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): 1975 Cessna 172M, 1971 Cessna 172L (180hp + long range), 1977 Cessna 182Q (long range), 2010 Cirrus SR20-G3 GTS. Becoming a member of the Mohawk Club provides the following benefits: - Safe, well-maintained aircraft with good availability - Online scheduling - No overnight minimums - Advanced Garmin avionics (GTN650(2), GNX375, and Cirrus Perspective G1000 all with Garmin Connext) - Digital autopilots (three aircraft) - ADS-B in/out with weather and traffic displays & callouts - Insurance and engine reserves included in wet rates - Active membership - Maintenance officer takes care of all maintenance - President and Treasurer take care of licensing and financial issues All you need to do is FLY!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $45 – $170/hr Tach | $3,000 – $12,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,200 – $20,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Mohawk Flying Club is estimated to cost $5,200 – $20,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Mohawk Flying Club 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, Mohawk Flying Club 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.
Mohawk Flying Club's training fleet includes the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 172L (Skyhawk), Cessna 182Q (Skylane), and Cirrus SR20 G3. 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 Mohawk Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Mohawk Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.