Quality Score
Very Good
Base (15) + components above = 78
About
Ponderosa Aero Club is a 501(c)(7) not-for-profit flying club based at Boise Airport, providing members with access to a diverse fleet of aircraft, comprehensive flight training, and a supportive aviation community. Offering private, instrument, commercial, multi-engine, and flight instructor ratings, along with backcountry flight training, Ponderosa has been keeping general aviation alive in the Treasure Valley since 1974.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $40 – $160/hr | $2,800 – $11,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $135/hr | $1,425 – $5,700 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $135/hr | $675 – $2,725 |
| Estimated Total Range | $4,900 – $19,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc. is estimated to cost $4,900 – $19,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc. is approved for both Part 61 and Part 141 training. Part 141 uses a structured, FAA-approved curriculum with stage checks and lowers the minimum hours for a Private Pilot Certificate from 40 to 35. Part 61 is self-paced with no required syllabus. Ask the school which path fits your schedule.
No, Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc. 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.
Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc.'s training fleet includes the Diamond DA42 (Twin Star), Cessna T210, Diamond DA40 (Katana), Cessna 182Q (Skylane), Mooney M20 E, Cessna 172F (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172H (Skyhawk), Cessna 172L (Skyhawk), Cessna 150, Diamond DA20 A1 (Katana), and Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee). 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, Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc. has the following flight training devices: Redbird TD2 and Pilot Edge Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the devices count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Ponderosa Aero Club, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.