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About
Sharpes Aero offers single-engine flight training in Albuquerque, NM, operating under FAA Part 61. Services include Discovery Flights, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, CFI Prep & Renewal, CFII, ATP, Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Checks, Mountain Flying, Night Currency, and Rusty Pilot programs.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $400/hr | $7,000 – $28,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,900 – $35,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Sharpes Aero, LLC is estimated to cost $8,900 – $35,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Sharpes Aero, LLC 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, Sharpes Aero, LLC 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.
Sharpes Aero, LLC trains in the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Sharpes Aero, LLC. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Sharpes Aero, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.