Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 53
About
The Flight Academy is a boutique Cirrus-specialized flight school founded in 2002, offering private pilot, instrument rating, transition, and advanced training courses. Based at KRNT (Renton, WA) and KBFI (Boeing Field), the school also provides Vision Jet (SF50) experiences, adventure trips, aircraft brokerage, ferry services, and aircraft management.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cirrus SR20 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $225 – $900/hr + $75 – $300/hr surcharge | $21,000 – $84,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $23,200 – $92,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at The Flight Academy is estimated to cost $23,200 – $92,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, The Flight Academy 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, The Flight Academy 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.
The Flight Academy's training fleet includes the Cirrus SR22T, Cirrus SR20, and Cirrus SF50 (Vision Jet). 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 The Flight Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
Yes, The Flight Academy charges a fuel surcharge on top of their rental rates. Ask the school how it is calculated before you start training.