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About
ProAv Aircraft Services is Harry Clever Field's premier full-service FBO, offering flight training, aircraft rental, aviation maintenance, and avionics services at KPHD in New Philadelphia, Ohio.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $340/hr | $6,000 – $23,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,200 – $32,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at ProAv is estimated to cost $8,200 – $32,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, ProAv 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, ProAv 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.
ProAv's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR20, Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28 (Warrior), and Cessna 172H (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 ProAv. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, ProAv does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.