Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 62
About
Serving the Maine Penobscot Bay Region and New England Interested in flying with us? Please give us a call at 207-596-7500; we would be happy to answer any questions you have and schedule your flight!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $340/hr | $6,000 – $23,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,475 – $5,875 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,100 – $32,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Penobscot Island Air Flight School is estimated to cost $8,100 – $32,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Penobscot Island Air Flight School 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, Penobscot Island Air Flight School 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.
Penobscot Island Air Flight School trains in the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Penobscot Island Air Flight School. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Penobscot Island Air Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.