Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
This is a Flying Club which facilitates access for Members to modern Flight Training Aircraft, Club Approved Flight Instructors, Sport & Private Pilot License Training, and, other Flight School resources. Founded 1930 at Stanford U. Open to the public. Operating from the Palo Alto Airport, in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 162 (Skycatcher) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $350/hr | $6,100 – $24,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $55 – $220/hr | $2,300 – $9,250 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $55 – $220/hr | $1,100 – $4,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,500 – $38,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Stanford Flying Club - Flight School is estimated to cost $9,500 – $38,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Stanford Flying Club - Flight School 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, Stanford Flying Club - Flight School 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.
Stanford Flying Club - Flight School's training fleet includes the Cessna 172S (Skyhawk SP), Cessna 162 (Skycatcher), and Vans RV-12 iST. 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 Stanford Flying Club - Flight School. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Stanford Flying Club - Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.