Quality Score
Fair
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. is an FBO and flight school located at Mitchell Municipal Airport in Mitchell, South Dakota, established in 1984. Services include aircraft rental, flight training, fueling, and maintenance.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $130/hr | $1,375 – $5,450 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,600 – $30,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. is estimated to cost $7,600 – $30,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. 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, Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. 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.
Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. trains in the Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Wright Brothers Aviation, LTD. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.