Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 62
About
Reigle Airport is a family-owned flight school and airport located at Reigle Field (58N) in Palmyra, PA. Founded in 1942 by Chas and Ada Reigle, the airport offers flight training, aircraft rentals, self-serve fuel, and tie-down services. Training is conducted in Cessna 172 aircraft by experienced instructors.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $95 – $380/hr | $6,700 – $26,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,900 – $35,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Reigle Aviation is estimated to cost $8,900 – $35,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Reigle Aviation 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, Reigle Aviation 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.
Reigle Aviation trains in the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Reigle Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Reigle Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.