Quality Score
71
Good
Training Costs
20/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published · Mid-range cost at this airport (+5)
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
19/19Maintenance performed onsite
Key Staff Credentials
8/11ATP, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
6/87 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 71
About
ActivePILOT is a premier flight school located at Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) in Los Angeles, California. Co-founded by two active airline captains, the school offers Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot License, Multi-Engine Rating, and Certified Flight Instructor training. The fleet consists of standardized Piper Warrior aircraft and a Piper Twin Comanche, all equipped with modern Garmin avionics. Students also receive complimentary access to an X-Plane simulator. Training is conducted under FAA Part 61 with flexible pay-as-you-go pricing.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-151 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $330/hr | $5,800 – $23,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,000 – $32,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
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