Quality Score
79
Very Good
Training Costs
25/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published · Cheaper than most at this airport (+10)
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
19/19Maintenance performed onsite
Key Staff Credentials
11/11ATP, IA, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
6/86 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 79
About
Cascade Aviation is Northwest Washington's premier flight school and flying club, operating as the Whidbey Island Flying Club at Skagit Regional Airport. They offer training from discovery flights through ATP, including private pilot, instrument rating, commercial pilot, flight instructor, tailwheel endorsement, mountain flying, and ground school courses. The club features a diverse fleet of six aircraft and a Redbird simulator, with both Part 61 and Part 141 training available.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-140 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $345/hr | $6,100 – $24,200 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $135/hr | $1,425 – $5,700 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $135/hr | $675 – $2,725 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,200 – $32,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$35 – $135/hr
Ground Instruction$35 – $135/hr