Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 62
About
Songbird Aviation of Colorado, L.L.C. is a flying club located in Greeley, Colorado offering light sport aircraft flight training. We provide instruction for both new and experienced pilots, with a certified flight instructor having more than 6,000 hours of experience. Membership is limited to 30 people to ensure aircraft availability. We provide the aircraft, maintenance, insurance, and fuel at an affordable hourly rate.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rans S-19 (Venterra) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $50 – $200/hr | $3,500 – $14,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,700 – $22,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Songbird LTF is estimated to cost $5,700 – $22,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Songbird LTF 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, Songbird LTF 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.
Songbird LTF's training fleet includes the Rans S-19 (Venterra) and Piper Sport. 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 Songbird LTF. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Songbird LTF does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.