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Flight Training, Aerial Photography, Ball / Candy / Golf Ball Drops, Chicago Tours (Lansing location), Corn Pollination (Rantoul location), Air Rides, Power Line Inspection, Pipeline Inspection
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson R22 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $180 – $710/hr | $12,400 – $49,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $14,700 – $58,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at SummerSkyz, Inc. is estimated to cost $14,700 – $58,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, SummerSkyz, Inc. 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, SummerSkyz, Inc. 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.
SummerSkyz, Inc.'s training fleet includes the Robinson R44 and Robinson R22. 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 SummerSkyz, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, SummerSkyz, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.