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About
NorCal Flight Center is a Part 61 flight school located at Lincoln Regional Airport in Lincoln, CA offering flight training from Sport Pilot through CFI, aircraft maintenance services, FAA knowledge testing, and aircraft parts and supplies.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $95 – $380/hr | $6,700 – $26,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $180/hr | $1,900 – $7,550 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $180/hr | $900 – $3,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,500 – $37,900 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at NorCal Flight Center, LLC is estimated to cost $9,500 – $37,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, NorCal Flight Center, 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.
No, NorCal Flight Center, LLC 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.
NorCal Flight Center, LLC trains in the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for NorCal Flight Center, LLC. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, NorCal Flight Center, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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