Quality Score
Very Good
Base (15) + components above = 78
About
"Since 2001, Rich Aviation Services and Fort Worth Flight Center have provided premier aviation training to North Texas pilots. With a unique understanding of training new pilots and pilots seeking recurrent education, owner Shawn Rich, certified instructor and former corporate pilot, ensures his staff delivers top quality personalized training on a schedule that best fits your availability. Come earn your wings with us!" - Management www.richaviationservices.com
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellanca 7AC Champ (Champ) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $300/hr | $5,300 – $21,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,500 – $29,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center is estimated to cost $7,500 – $29,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
Yes, Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center 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, Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center 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.
Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center's training fleet includes the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 172K (Skyhawk), Cessna 172L (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Cessna 172G (Skyhawk), Cessna 182P (Skylane), Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee), Beechcraft 55 B55 (Baron), and Bellanca 7AC Champ (Champ). 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.
Yes, Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center has the following flight training devices: Redbird FMX FMX and Beechcraft King Air King Air. Ask the school which ratings the devices count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Rich Aviation Services / Fort Worth Flight Center does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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