Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
Whether you are pursuing a childhood dream or a professional aviation career, our training goes beyond check ride prep. We ensure a comprehensive training experience. Our commitment is to not only prepare you for the test but equip you for real world flying. Discover a training environment that prioritizes decision making and aircraft control. We invite you to visit our website to book a discovery flight where you will be able to fly one of our aircraft with a flight instructor.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $330/hr | $5,800 – $23,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,100 – $32,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Synergy Aero is estimated to cost $8,100 – $32,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Synergy Aero 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, Synergy Aero 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.
Synergy Aero's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee), Direct Fly Alto, and Cessna 120. 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 Synergy Aero. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Synergy Aero does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.