Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
SunWest Aviation is a family-operated flight school and executive air charter specialist located at San Luis Obispo Airport (KSBP) in California. Founded in 1987, SunWest offers flight training for private pilot, instrument, commercial, CFI, and CFII certificates, as well as aircraft rentals and introductory flights.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152II (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $170/hr | $1,775 – $7,150 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $170/hr | $850 – $3,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,700 – $30,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at SunWest Aviation, Inc is estimated to cost $7,700 – $30,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, SunWest Aviation, 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, SunWest Aviation, 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.
SunWest Aviation, Inc's training fleet includes the Cessna 152II, Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer III), Piper PA-28R-200 (Arrow II), and Cessna 182T (Skylane). 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 SunWest Aviation, Inc. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, SunWest Aviation, Inc does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.