Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Purdue Aviation, LLC is a full service Fixed Base Operation (FBO) located at Purdue University Airport (KLAF) in West Lafayette, IN. We provide fuel sales, aircraft maintenance, flight training, aircraft rental, and aircraft sales. As one of the premier flight training providers under FAA Part 141 and Part 61, we offer training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, CFI, and Multi-Engine Rating. With over 30 years of experience in the FBO business, we are prepared to meet all your general aviation needs.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $260/hr | $4,500 – $18,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $130/hr | $1,350 – $5,375 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,550 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,500 – $26,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Purdue Aviation, LLC is estimated to cost $6,500 – $26,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Purdue Aviation, LLC 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, Purdue Aviation, LLC 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.
Purdue Aviation, LLC's training fleet includes the Cessna 152, Cessna 172P (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior III), Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-44 (Seminole). 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 Purdue Aviation, LLC. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Purdue Aviation, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.