Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 55
About
P6 Aviation is the only certified Cirrus Platinum Training Center with locations at Essex County Airport (KCDW) and Morristown Municipal Airport (KMMU) in northern New Jersey. Specializing in Cirrus SR20, SR22, and SR22T G7 aircraft with Garmin Perspective Touch+ avionics, P6 offers flight training from Private Pilot through CFI/CFII and Multi-Engine ratings, aircraft rental, and aircraft management services in the busy NY/NJ airspace.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus SR20 G7 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $200 – $790/hr + $50 – $195/hr surcharge | $17,200 – $69,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $75 – $300/hr | $3,200 – $12,600 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $75 – $300/hr | $1,500 – $6,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $21,900 – $87,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at P6 Aviation is estimated to cost $21,900 – $87,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, P6 Aviation 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, P6 Aviation 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.
P6 Aviation's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR20 G7, Cirrus SR22 G7, Cirrus SR22T G7, Cirrus SR22 G6, and Diamond DA42 (Twin Star). 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, P6 Aviation has the following flight training device: Noble Cirrus G7 Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
Yes, P6 Aviation charges a fuel surcharge on top of their rental rates. Ask the school how it is calculated before you start training.