Flight Lesson Cost
How much are Flight Lessons?
The cost of flight training has various factors. Training is pay-as-you-go; however, students may opt to purchase “block rates” for a discounted cost. Lessons are billed hourly based on two separate factors: aircraft rental and Instruction provided. Your program’s training syllabus will provide specific estimates of each lessons instruction time as well as flight time. Aircraft rental fees are based on aircraft operation time. We calculate this based on the aircraft’s internal clock known as a “Hobbs” meter. Flight Instruction time is also billed in this way. Ground Instruction is billed based on the lesson times noted in your courses respective syllabus. Below reflects the rates for each service:
Ground Instruction
Classroom & Briefings- Billing calculated based on scheduled training time.
- Pricing is subject to change without notice.
- Does not include sales tax
- 10% discount available for purchases of 10 hours.
Flight Instruction
Billed off Aircraft Hobbs- Billing is accounted based off aircraft operation time.
- Pricing is subject to change without notice
- Does not include sales tax
- 10% discount available for purchases of 10 or more hours.
Aircraft Rental
Billed off Aircraft Hobbs- Aircraft rented through Visalia Flyers, LLC
- Billing is accounted based off aircraft operation time.
- Pricing is subject to change without notice.
- Does not include sales tax
Discount Package
10 Hours of Block Rental- Aircraft rental is provided through Visalia Flyers, LLC
- Package rates are non-refundable.
- Must be utilized within 60 days of purchase.
- Hourly rate honored is based on time of purchase.
- Does not include sales tax
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How much is a Pilot License?
Becoming a pilot is an exciting accomplishment! Determining your training costs; however, depends on the type of privileges you hope to exercise with your pilot certificate. Below you will find estimated pricing based on the type of flying you intend to do. For recreational and leisure flying, we recommend the Private Pilot License. For professional career minded students, we recommend the Commercial Pilot License.
Private Pilot License
Fly your own personal aircraft for recreation or liesure.
$8,500 – 12,500
Instrument Rating
Add to your existing license to fly in low visibility conditions.
$7,000 – $10,000
Commerical Pilot License
Obtain employement as a professional pilot for hire.
$35,000 – $90,000
Multi Engine Rating
Add to your existing license to fly aircraft with two engines.
$5,500 – $9,000
How long is flight school?
Estimate your training timeline based on how frequently you fly.
Private Pilot License
Total course training timeline based on training frequency:
| Frequcncy of Lessons | Total Course Timeline |
| 1 lesson per week | 1 year |
| 2 – 3 lessons per week | 6 months |
|
Part time Training (5 lessons per week) |
3 months |
|
Full Time Training (10 lessons per week)
|
1 month |
Instrument Rating
Total course training timeline based on training frequency:
| Frequcncy of Lessons | Total Course Timeline |
| 1 lesson per week | 1 year |
| 2 – 3 lessons per week | 6 months |
| Part time Training (5 lessons per week) | 3 months |
| Full Time Training (10 lessons per week) | 1 month |
Commercial Pilot License
Total course training timeline based on training frequency:
| Frequcncy of Lessons | Total Course Timeline |
| 2 – 3 lessons per week | 2.5 years |
|
Part time Training (5 lessons per week) |
1.5 years |
|
Full Time Training (10 lessons per week) |
1 year |
Flight Training Scholarship
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What makes FlightCerts Different?
Flight training is about more than simply learning to fly, its about igniting a passion and inspiring the next generation of aviators.
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Accelerated & flexible training programs
We promise that if you do not pass your checkride the first time, instruction cost for your retraining is free.
Flight Training Financing
Flight school is expensive, but don’t let the burden of funding your passion keep you from pursuing your dreams. Consider financing.
How to become a pilot
There are many ways to pursue becoming a professional airline pilot. For most though, going to flight school is the first step.
How much do pilots make?
Making an investment in your education is important, but it’s even more critical to know what kind of salary to expect once yous succeed.