Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 76
About
Sandhills Fliers, a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) part 61 flight school, provides flight instruction, serving novice through experienced pilot needs, and also offers introductory flights for potential pilots who are curious to enjoy the thrill of commanding an aircraft on their own. Our team of experience Certificated Flight Instructors (CFIs) are the most experienced you will likely find in the entire country, from career Special Operations pilots to career Commercial Airline pilots. Our mission is to build a strong community of aviators amongst all generations. The Sky is Calling, so contact us today!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeronca Champ (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $260/hr | $4,600 – $18,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,900 – $27,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Sandhills Fliers Bladen is estimated to cost $6,900 – $27,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Sandhills Fliers Bladen 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, Sandhills Fliers Bladen 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.
Sandhills Fliers Bladen's training fleet includes the Vulcanair V1, Mooney M20 C, Cessna 182N (Skylane), Aeronca Chief, Aeronca Champ, Aviat Husky, and Cessna 172P (Skyhawk). 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, Sandhills Fliers Bladen has the following flight training device: Redbird FMX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Sandhills Fliers Bladen does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.