Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 57
About
Rogue Aviation is Southern California's premier helicopter flight school and tour operator, based at Long Beach Airport (KLGB) with operations at John Wayne Airport (KSNA). We offer Part 61 helicopter flight training from Private Pilot through Certified and Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Flight Instructor, introductory flight lessons, Robinson R22, R44, and R66 training, scenic helicopter tours, and hands-on Pilot Experience flights. Our experienced instructors provide personalized, safety-focused training for aspiring and professional helicopter pilots.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson R22 Beta II (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $170 – $690/hr | $12,000 – $48,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $180/hr | $900 – $3,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $14,600 – $58,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Rogue Aviation is estimated to cost $14,600 – $58,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Rogue 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, Rogue 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.
Rogue Aviation's training fleet includes the Robinson R22 Beta II, Robinson R44 (Raven II), and Robinson R66 (R66 Turbine Marine). 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 Rogue Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Rogue Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.