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About
True Course Flight School is a small, highly experienced flight school based at Syracuse Hancock Airport in Syracuse, NY. We offer training for private and commercial pilot certificates as well as instrument ratings. Our five experienced instructors train students on carefully maintained Cessna 172 Skyhawk aircraft equipped for both VFR and IFR training. We operate under FAA Part 61 and offer flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $105 – $410/hr | $7,200 – $28,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,500 – $38,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at True Course Flight School is estimated to cost $9,500 – $38,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, True Course Flight 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, True Course Flight 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.
True Course Flight School trains in the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for True Course Flight School. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, True Course Flight School does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.