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About
Operating since 2006, LaValley Aviation (Potsdam Aero) is one of the region's most respected flight schools, offering training from Sport Pilot through Commercial and Instrument ratings, as well as Multi-Engine and Sea Plane training. Led by Chief Flight Instructor Kurt Thomas, an airline pilot with over a decade of experience, the school also provides aircraft maintenance, scenic flights, aerial photography, and aircraft management services.
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Potsdam Aero, Inc. has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Potsdam Aero, Inc. 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, Potsdam Aero, 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.
Potsdam Aero, Inc.'s training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) and Piper J-3. 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 Potsdam Aero, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Potsdam Aero, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.