Flight Training
Starting your Training
We offer high quality flight training that is customized to your needs. With a variety of aircraft types, we are able to create a flight training experience that gives you access to your dreams and also fits your budget. Whether you want to be a career pilot, or you are just learning to fly your own aircraft, Platinum Aviation is the perfect starting place!
Are you just beginning your aviation adventure? Awesome! We welcome you. You’ll be starting with your private pilot training. See our prices below and schedule your first lesson!
Got some time under your belt and looking to add another rating or endorsement? You’re in the right place. Check out our range of aircraft available and schedule your checkout flight to begin your training.
Private Pilot Certificate
This is the starting point for every pilot. You’ll learn all the essentials you need to be a proficient aviator.
Price Breakdown
The times listed below are FAA minimums. It can be difficult to obtain proficiency in the times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes.
| 30 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $210/hr | $6,300 |
| 10 hours of solo time @ $155/hr | $1,550 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 3rd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $600 examiner fee) | $910 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA20 | $10,100 |
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| 30 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $220/hr | $6,600 |
| 10 hours of solo time @ $165/hr | $1,650 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 3rd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $600 examiner fee) | $930 |
| Total cost in the Cessna 172M | $10,520 |
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| 30 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $270/hr | $8,100 |
| 10 hours of solo time @ $215/hr | $2,150 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 3rd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $600 examiner fee) | $1,030 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA40 | $12,620 |
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Instrument Rating
An instrument rating trains you to fly soley by reference to the flight instruments. Instrument training will help sharpen your skills and make you a safer pilot.
Price Breakdown
The times listed below are FAA minimums. It can be difficult to obtain proficiency in the times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes.
NOTE: This estimate assumes you already have your Private Pilot Certificate.
| 15 hours of solo cross-country $215/hr | $3,225 |
| 20 hours of dual (with a CFII) @ $270/hr | $5,400 |
| 20 hours of IFR time building @ $215/hr | $4,300 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,230 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA40 | $15,395 |
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| 15 hours of solo cross-country $165/hr | $2,475 |
| 20 hours of dual (with a CFII) @ $220/hr | $4,400 |
| 20 hours of IFR time building @ $165/hr | $3,300 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,130 |
| Total cost in the Cessna 172M | $12,545 |
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| 15 hours of solo cross-country $155/hr | $2,325 |
| 20 hours of dual (with a CFII) @ $210/hr | $4,200 |
| 20 hours of IFR time building @ $155/hr | $3,100 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,110 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA20 | $11,975 |
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Commercial Pilot Certificate
A commercial pilot certificate allows you to receive compensation for flying.
Price Breakdown
The times listed below are FAA minimums. It can be difficult to obtain proficiency in the times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes.
NOTE: This estimate assumes you already have your Private Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating.
| 20 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $210/hr | $4,200 |
| 135 hours of solo time and time building @ $155/hr | $20,925 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 2nd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,110 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA20 | $27,575 |
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| 20 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $210/hr | $4,400 |
| 135 hours of solo time and time building @ $165/hr | $22,275 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $900 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 2nd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,130 |
| Total cost in the Cessna 172M | $29,145 |
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| 20 hours of dual (flight time with an instructor) @ $270/hr | $5,400 |
| 135 hours of solo time and time building @ $215/hr | $29,025 |
| 20 hours of ground instruction @ $55/hr | $1,100 |
| Written Test | $140 |
| 2nd Class Medical Certificate | $100 |
| Checkride (2 hrs flight time and $800 examiner fee) | $1,230 |
| Total cost in the Diamond DA40 | $36,995 |
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