Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 62
About
Vinland Aerodrome, Inc. offers flight training and airport services at the Vinland Valley Aerodrome (K64), a small turf runway airport located in historic Vinland, Kansas, 10 miles south of Lawrence and 30 miles west of Kansas City. The school operates a 1979 Cessna 152 for flight instruction and rental, with flexible instructor scheduling and online aircraft scheduling available. Intro flights and gift certificates are available.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $55 – $220/hr | $3,800 – $15,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,000 – $24,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Vinland Aerodrome, Inc. is estimated to cost $6,000 – $24,200. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Vinland Aerodrome, 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, Vinland Aerodrome, 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.
Vinland Aerodrome, Inc. trains in the Cessna 152. Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Vinland Aerodrome, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Vinland Aerodrome, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.