Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 72
About
US Flight Co. is a flight school located at Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) in Des Moines, Iowa. Offering a Fast Track Airline Pilot Program and Self-Paced Flight Training, the school takes students from zero experience through CFI, CFII, and multi-engine instructor certificates. The school operates a diverse fleet including Pipistrel Alpha Trainers, Piper Cherokees, and Cessna 172s, with an in-house maintenance team and an AATD flight simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipistrel Alpha (Alpha Trainer) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $110/hr | $1,150 – $4,625 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,300 – $29,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at US Flight Co. is estimated to cost $7,300 – $29,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, US Flight Co. 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, US Flight Co. 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.
US Flight Co.'s training fleet includes the Pipistrel Alpha (Alpha Trainer), Piper PA-28 (Cherokee), and Cessna 172 (Skyhawk). 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, US Flight Co. has the following flight training device: unknown AATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, US Flight Co. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.