Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 70
About
We are an all Piper fleet with with 3 Archers and a Cherokee 6. Aircraft are available exclusively to members, with maintenance, scheduling and management included. Significant savings when compared to aircraft rental due to the membership structure, which also allows for flexible scheduling and better availability. Perfect for those who don’t fly enough or can’t afford to own their own aircraft, but can use the availability of a fleet which covers a wide variety of missions. None of the financial risk or headaches of owning your own aircraft, with all the benefits! Membership is on a month to month basis; no long term commitment required. Insurance is covered through us by the monthly dues, you do not need to purchase your own. Visit our website for more details or check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-181 (Archer) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $50 – $200/hr Hobbs | $3,500 – $14,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $350 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $175/mo | $2,100 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,000 – $27,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Atlanta Flying Club is estimated to cost $7,000 – $27,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Atlanta Flying Club operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Atlanta Flying Club does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Atlanta Flying Club's training fleet includes the Piper PA-32-301 (Saratoga), Piper PA-32-300 (Cherokee Six), Piper PA-28-236 (Dakota), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer), and Piper PA-28-140. Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
No flight simulators are listed for Atlanta Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Atlanta Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.