Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 62
About
Scud Air Solutions is an FAA Part 61 flight school located at Ogden Hinckley Airport in Ogden, Utah. Specializing in tailwheel endorsements, backcountry instruction, off-airport landings, and aerobatics, they offer training from private pilot through CFI/CFII/MEI. Their fleet includes Cessna 172s, a Cessna 170B, and a Piper Aztec, along with a Redbird AATD simulator. They also provide aircraft maintenance through SAS Aircraft Maintenance LLC.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $390/hr | $6,800 – $27,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $170/hr | $1,775 – $7,150 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $170/hr | $850 – $3,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,500 – $37,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Scud Air Solutions is estimated to cost $9,500 – $37,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Scud Air Solutions 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, Scud Air Solutions 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.
Scud Air Solutions's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cessna 170B, and Piper PA-23 (Aztec). 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, Scud Air Solutions has the following flight training device: Redbird AATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Scud Air Solutions does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.