Skyhawk Flying Club
Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 54
About
Founded in 1971, the Skyhawk Flying Club is a well-established, not-for-profit organization with three aircraft to meet a variety of flying missions. Our goal is to provide our members with the ability to fly in an economical fashion. See our rates under "Aircraft", and I think you will see we offer a very attractive option for flying. We are based out of the Omaha/Millard Municipal Airport (KMLE) in Omaha, Nebraska.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172K (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $55 – $210/hr Hobbs | $3,700 – $14,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $135/mo | $1,620 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,700 – $26,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Skyhawk Flying Club is estimated to cost $6,700 – $26,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Skyhawk Flying Club 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, Skyhawk Flying Club 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.
Skyhawk Flying Club's training fleet includes the Cessna 172K (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28R-201 (Arrow), and Beechcraft A36 (Bonanza). 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 Skyhawk Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Skyhawk Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.