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About
The Wilkes Flying Club, located in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, aims to provide affordable rates for both student and experienced pilots. Our non-profit club proudly houses a Piper Cherokee (PA-28-180) aircraft at the conveniently located KUKF airport. We are a passionate community of aviation enthusiasts dedicated to sharing the joy of flight.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr Hobbs | $4,700 – $18,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $150 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,000 – $28,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Wilkes Flying Club is estimated to cost $7,000 – $28,100. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Wilkes Flying Club 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, Wilkes Flying Club 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.
Wilkes Flying Club trains in the Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Wilkes Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Wilkes Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.