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About
Small family owned Part 61 flight school.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $345/hr | $6,000 – $24,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,300 – $33,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at The Flying School is estimated to cost $8,300 – $33,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, The Flying School 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 Flying School 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 Flying School's training fleet includes the Cessna 172R (Skyhawk), Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), and Beechcraft BE95 A55 (Baron). 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, The Flying School has the following flight training device: PFC CRX MAX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, The Flying School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.