Training Costs
Private Pilot Training
Your first license. Your first real freedom.
The Private Pilot Certificate allows you to fly solo and carry passengers. Under Part 61, you'll complete a minimum of 40 hours of flight time, including at least 20 hours of dual instruction and 10 hours of solo flight. We'll build your skills progressively — from basic maneuvers to cross-country navigation — so you're genuinely prepared, not just checkride-ready.
Cherokee 140
40 hours Aircraft rental (Cherokee 140)-$7,000
30 hours Flight instruction-$1,800
15 hours Ground instruction-$900
Books & Supplies-$125.00
FAA Medical Exam-$80.00
FAA Written Test-$165
FAA Practical Test (Check-ride)-$900.00
Total-$11,570
Instrument Rating
Fly further. Fly in more conditions. Fly with more confidence.
An Instrument Rating allows you to fly in low-visibility conditions using your aircraft's instruments. You'll develop advanced communication skills, learn to work within the ATC system, and become a more complete, capable pilot. Requires a minimum of 50 hours of cross-country PIC time and 40 hours of instrument time.
40 hours Aircraft rental (Cherokee 140)-$7,000
40 hours Flight instruction-$2,400
15 hours Ground instruction-$900
Books & Supplies-$125
FAA Written Test-$165
FAA Practical test (Check-ride)-$900.00
Total-$11,490
Commercial Pilot
Turn your passion into a profession.
The Commercial Pilot Certificate qualifies you to be compensated for flying. You'll master advanced maneuvers, professional regulations, and high-performance aircraft operations. Requires a minimum of 250 hours of total flight time.
20 hours Aircraft rental-$3,500
10 hours Aircraft rental (complex)-$1,100.00
20 hours Flight instruction-$1,200
10 hours Ground instruction-$600
Books & Supplies-$80.00
FAA Written test-$165
FAA Practical test (Check-ride)-$900.00
Total-$7,545