Learn to Fly! Cost Estimates

Many prospective pilots want to know how much it will cost to get to solo and also achieve their private pilot rating. Exact figures cannot be provided as they are based on the number of flights and the amount of time it takes to achieve the required proficiencies. We are providing some flight and subsequent cost ranges for reference. Remember, these are only estimates. Your experience and ability to master new skills will influence these costs.

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Flight Costs

Tow: $40 (3,000 AGL)
Glider Rental per hour: $24
Instruction per flight: $10

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The following cost estimates include initial membership purchase, annual dues, flight costs, instructor fees and miscellaneous books.

New member with no previous experience
Cost estimates:

• Membership Purchase (if paid in full year 1): $900
• Annual Dues: $600
• Flight costs to rating: $1,518-$3,956
• Instruction fees to rating: $330-$860
• Books\Logs\Charts: $58
• Total: $4,006- $6,974

New member with existing airplane rating
Cost estimates:

• Membership Purchase (if paid in full year 1): $900
• Annual Dues: $600
• Flight costs to rating: $736-$2116
• Instruction fees to rating: $160-$460
• Books\Logs\Charts: $58
• Total: $2,454- $4,134