Stow Flying Club
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About
Stow Flying Club was formed to make practical aircraft available to anyone who wants to use them in an effort to stimulate general aviation at our airport and in our local area.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150L (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $50 – $210/hr Tach | $3,600 – $14,600 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,900 – $23,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Stow Flying Club is estimated to cost $5,900 – $23,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Stow 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, Stow 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.
Stow Flying Club's training fleet includes the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk) and Cessna 150L. 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 Stow Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Stow Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.