Rapid Flyers
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About
Rapid Flyers is based at Indianapolis Executive Airport (KTYQ). Three club airplanes are available to our members for their use, training and proficiency. Several of our members are also independent CFIs and can work with you on your aviation goals. We welcome new members—check out our website and contact us if you're interested in learning more!
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Rapid Flyers has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Rapid Flyers 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, Rapid Flyers 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.
Rapid Flyers's training fleet includes the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) and Cessna 182P (Skylane). 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 Rapid Flyers. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Rapid Flyers does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.