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About
Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. is the Fixed Base Operation at the Valdosta Regional Airport (KVLD). We offer aircraft rental, flight instruction, pilot supplies, aeronautical chart sales, and aircraft storage services.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $310/hr | $5,400 – $21,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $110/hr | $1,150 – $4,625 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,100 – $28,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. is estimated to cost $7,100 – $28,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. 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, Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. 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.
Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. trains in the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Valdosta Flying Service, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Valdosta Flying Service, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.