My pricing is very simple. The reason my prices are lower than the competition is because I am an independent contractor. I don't have enormous overhead expenses or flight schools to pay.
Intro Flight
I offer an introductory flight for $59 which includes a half hour in a Cessna 152 where you can do as much or as little of the flying as you want. Find out if flying is for you, or give a discovery flight as a gift!Instruction Rates
- $40 per hour for air and ground time
Aircraft Rental Rates
| Aircraft | Per Hour (wet Hobbs) |
|---|---|
| Cessna 152 | $75 |
| Cherokee 140/160hp King IFR | $88 |
| Diamond Katana | $85 |
| Piper Arrow IV T-tail | $125 |
| Twin Commander 500B | $240 |
Total Cost: Private Pilot
The FAA requires at least 40 hours flight time to attain your private pilot license. The national average is over 60. There is also ground time, and pre- and post-flight discussions. Many schools will give you an estimate based on the minimum flying time. Although the estimate I list below is based on the national average, I have had many students complete their training in fewer hours, and some take longer. Flight instruction is an individual endeavor. This is an approximate breakdown of the costs to become a private pilot:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 60 hours Cessna 152 (dual/solo) | $4500. |
| 40 hours Dual Instruction | 1600. |
| Misc Pre- and Post-flight Instruction | 225. |
| Books and Other Materials | 250. |
| Ground School | 250. |
| Written Test | 70. |
| Practical Test (checkride) | 350. |
| Total | $7245. |
Other Ratings
For questions regarding costs of other ratings, please give me a call!