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Good
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
Teton Aviation Center is a full-service FBO, flight school, and scenic flight operator located at the Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport in Teton Valley, Idaho. We offer flight training for Private, Instrument, and Commercial certificates, scenic flights over the Teton Mountain Range, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, and avionics services.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172XP (Hawk XP) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $365/hr | $6,400 – $25,500 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,500 – $5,975 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,850 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,600 – $34,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Teton Aviation Center is estimated to cost $8,600 – $34,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Teton Aviation Center 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, Teton Aviation Center 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.
Teton Aviation Center's training fleet includes the Diamond DA40 and Cessna 172XP (Hawk XP). 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.
Yes, Teton Aviation Center has the following flight training device: Redbird TD2. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Teton Aviation Center does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.