Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 66
About
Sport Flying USA Services provides flight training, aircraft maintenance and aircraft sales for a wide range of aircraft types. The flight school trains in the Bristell LSA, with multiple aircraft and FAA Certified Flight Instructors on staff. Sport Flying USA Services is the US assembly location for Bristell Aircraft and the only facility in the United States with Factory Trained Maintenance personnel and factory trained flight training program. Maintenance services include Rotax engine work, annual condition inspections, 100-hour inspections, dynamic propeller balancing, and more.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristell NG5 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $400/hr | $7,000 – $27,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,300 – $37,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Sport Flying USA Services is estimated to cost $9,300 – $37,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Sport Flying USA Services 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, Sport Flying USA Services 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.
Sport Flying USA Services trains in the Bristell NG5. Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Sport Flying USA Services. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Sport Flying USA Services does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.