Vagabond Flying Association
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About
We are an equity club where each member is a vested owner. Memberships do become available. Feel free to contact us for availability. We have heated hangars and liability insurance
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $50 – $200/hr Hobbs | $3,500 – $14,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $23 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $100/mo | $1,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,300 – $25,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Vagabond Flying Association is estimated to cost $6,300 – $25,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Vagabond Flying Association 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, Vagabond Flying Association 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.
Vagabond Flying Association's training fleet includes the Cessna 172N (Skyhawk) and Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior). 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 Vagabond Flying Association. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Vagabond Flying Association does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.