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About
PlaneSmart! Aviation is a full-service flight training center and FAR 135 charter operator based at Addison Airport in Addison, TX. They offer personalized pilot training including private pilot, instrument rating, and recurrency training, using a piston training fleet ranging from Cessna 172 to Cirrus SR-series aircraft. PlaneSmart! also provides aircraft management, shared ownership, charter, lease, and brokerage services.
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
PlaneSmart! Aviation has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, PlaneSmart! 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, PlaneSmart! 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.
PlaneSmart! Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cirrus SR22, and Cirrus SR20. 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 PlaneSmart! Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, PlaneSmart! Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.