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Take the controls yourself and see just how easy it is to become a pilot. Schedule your discovery flight today. What is a discovery flight? A discovery flight is a chance to see if flying is for you. You will get an hour of flight time in the aircraft with a choice of destination (Shiprock or Navajo Dam). You won't just be a passenger, but rather you will get to take the controls with the instructor talking you through the process. Learn to climb, descend, and take off all in your first hour of flight! A discovery flight also includes an hour of ground discussion where you can ask the Certified Flight Instructor any questions you have. If it is your first time flying you may get a little motion sick. If you have a tendency to get motion sick, the best time to fly is early morning when the air is cool and calm. Call or email us to schedule your first flight. $200 for your first hour of flight. Discovery flights make great gifts for birthdays and special occasions! We offer gift vouchers for $200.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $300/hr | $5,300 – $21,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,300 – $29,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Road Runner Flight School is estimated to cost $7,300 – $29,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Road Runner Flight School 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, Road Runner Flight School 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.
Road Runner Flight School's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) and Cessna 172RG. 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 Road Runner Flight School. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Road Runner Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.