Welcome to our aviation training course, the essential foundation for your career in aviation. This program will enable you to serve in Command of a single-engine aircraft, both day and night, under VFR conditions. gain the skills necessary to carry passengers privately, not for hire. Below, you'll find a cost breakdown for achieving a rating based on the FAA's 40 flight hours, with the national average being 55 hours to complete the training.

25 hours dual instruction in Cessna 150 @ 170/hr$4,250

25 hours ground instruction @ 50/hr$1,250

16 hours solo practice in Cessna 150 @ 120/hr$1,920

Books & supplies$200

Private pilot ground school$225

Computerized FAA written exam (at our site)$175

Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner)$600

Class 3 medical certificate$80

Total cost$8,700

Welcome to our IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) training course! This program is designed to equip pilots with the necessary skills to navigate flights under IFR, focusing on intensive instrument training. With our comprehensive ground school and a blend of flight simulator and real aircraft training, you'll be well-prepared to handle low and marginal weather conditions. Please find the details, hours, and costs below, based on the FAA's minimum requirements.

16 hours dual instruction in Cessna 172 @ 225/hr$3,600

15 hours ground instruction @ 50/hr$750

10 hours Redbird TD2 - BATD$490

6 hours solo (safety pilot) in Cessna 150 @ 120/hr$720

Books & supplies$100

Instrument ground school$225

Computerized FAA written test (at our site)$175

Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner)$600

Total cost$6,660

Being a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is one of the most fulfilling careers in the aviation industry. The thrill you felt when you first mastered landings, soloed, or passed your check ride? Now, you have the incredible opportunity to share that excitement with your students, guiding them as they learn and grow into skilled pilots. Your passion for flying can inspire the next generation of aviators!

Steps for Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor

1. Hold a valid Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate

2. Hold the appropriate category and class rating for the flight instructor rating to be sought.

3. Hold at least a 3rd Class Medical

4. Must be at least 18 years old

5. You must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language.

6. Log at least 15 hours as PIC in the category and class of aircraft that is appropriate to the flight instructor rating sought.

7. Demonstrate instructional proficiency in stall awareness, spin entry, spins, and spin recovery, and receive an endorsement.

8. Pass the required FAA Written Exam

9. Pass the Oral and Practical Exams

The rating emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of aircraft systems and elevates the standard of airmanship. qualifies pilots for specific tasks such as banner towing, agricultural work, and aerial photography, but does not permit airline flying, necessitating an ATP rating. The pricing outlined below is based on Part 141 training, assuming the student starts with 230 hours of total flight time, which meets the FAA's 250-hour requirement.

* Pilot must have roughly 230 of the 250-hour requirement met     

Single-Engine Commercial

10 hours dual instruction in Piper Apache @ 320/hr$3,200

5 hours dual instruction in Cessna 150 @ 170/hr$850

Books & supplies$125

5 hours ground school training @ 50/hr$250

Computerized FAA written test (at our site)$250

Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner)$600

Total cost$5,275

Enhance your flying skills with our specialized rating program, which emphasizes an understanding of aircraft systems. This rating opens doors to various operations, including banner towing, agricultural tasks, and aerial photography, although it does not qualify you for positions that require an ATP rating. Our training combines a robust school curriculum with hands-on experience in our Piper Apache Twin. Pricing is based on Part 61 training, starting with a total of 230 flight hours to meet the FAA's 250-hour requirement.

* Pilot must have roughly 230 of the 250-hour requirement met     

Multi-Engine Initial Commercial Training   

21 hours dual instruction in Piper Apache @ 320/hr$6,720

Books & supplies$75

11 hours ground training @ 50/hr$550

Computerized FAA written test (at our site)$175

Check ride (scheduled with FAA examiner)$600

Total cost$8,120

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