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About
Throttle Up Flight Academy provides Part 61 flight training and aircraft rental at Ingersoll Airport (KCTK) in Canton, Illinois. We offer private pilot training, instrument training, flight reviews, introductory flights, and Cessna 172 rental. Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with after-hours appointments available by request.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172K (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr Hobbs | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Recommended gear | — | One-time payment | Varies |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,600 – $26,300 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Throttle Up Flight Academy is estimated to cost $6,600 – $26,300. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Throttle Up 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, Throttle Up 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.
Throttle Up Flight Academy trains in the Cessna 172K (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Throttle Up Flight Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Throttle Up Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.