Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 68
About
Vector Air is a FAA-certified Part 61 Flight School located at Erie Municipal Airport (KEIK). We offer professional flight training in well-maintained Cessna aircraft, along with dependable aircraft maintenance services. Our team includes numerous CFIs and eight FAA-certified A&P mechanics, five with Inspection Authorization. We are a Factory-Authorized Service Center for Cirrus, Cessna, and CubCrafters aircraft.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond DA20 C1 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $310/hr | $5,400 – $21,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,700 – $30,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Vector Air is estimated to cost $7,700 – $30,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Vector Air 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, Vector Air 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.
Vector Air's training fleet includes the Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Cessna 172R (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Diamond DA20 C1, and Cessna 172P (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.
No flight simulators are listed for Vector Air. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Vector Air does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.