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Pilot In Training Flight Academy

Gaithersburg, MDKGAI
Part 61Onsite Maintenance

Quality Score

62

Fair

Training Costs
15/25
DPE Availability
0/19
Onsite Maintenance
19/19
Key Staff Credentials
6/11
Fleet Quality & Size
4/8
Website Transparency
3/3

Base (15) + components above = 62

About

PILOT IN TRAINING FLIGHT ACADEMY Established by Pilots for Pilots Our flight school was founded by Slava Mordeyaev, a Senior Flight Instructor and Commercial Pilot who brings a unique technique and approach that he personally developed by using his experience as a mechanic in the Israeli Air Force, an active flight instructor, and a commercial pilot in the US. Our professional team consists of professional commercial pilots, experienced instructors, DPEs (as consultant examiners), mechanics, customer support center and many more. OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE YOUR DREAM OF FLYING A REALITY Pilot In Training Flight Academy is a training platform designed by commercial pilots for pilots. We set up ambitious but realistic goals which can get you moving forward. Pilot in Training is committed to provide an up-to-date information and training. We offer online computer based training as well as in person classroom base Ground School. You’ve found yourself here most likely because you’ve always dreamed of flying. We cannot wait to lead you the way.

Estimated PPL Training Cost

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Line item Hours Rate (range) Subtotal (range)
Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet)70h
$95 – $380/hr
$6,700 – $26,600
Flight instruction (dual) 42h $35 – $140/hr$1,475 – $5,875
Ground instruction 20h $35 – $140/hr$700 – $2,800
Estimated Total Range $8,800 – $35,300

Instruction Rates

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Flight Instruction$35 – $140/hr
Ground Instruction$35 – $140/hr

Aircraft (2)

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Cessna 172M (Skyhawk)

Airplane · Single-Engine Land

Hourly$95 – $380/hr
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Fuel Surcharge
Avionics
Garmin GNS 430WWAAS GPSGarmin GNS 430WADS-B In/Out

Cessna 172N (Skyhawk)

Airplane · Single-Engine Land

Hourly$95 – $380/hr
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Fuel Surcharge
Avionics
Garmin GNS 530WWAAS GPSGarmin GNS 530WADS-B In/Out

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Frequently Asked Questions

Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Pilot In Training Flight Academy is estimated to cost $8,800 – $35,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.

No, Pilot In Training Flight Academy 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, Pilot In Training Flight Academy 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.

Pilot In Training Flight Academy's training fleet includes the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) and Cessna 172N (Skyhawk). 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 Pilot In Training Flight Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.

No, Pilot In Training Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.

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