Quality Score
73
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
3/11CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
8/821 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 73
About
CHS Flight School is the largest and most successful flight school in the Charleston, SC area, offering pilot training from Private Pilot through CFI and CFII. Training is conducted under FAA Part 61 at multiple locations including Charleston International (CHS), Charleston Executive (JZI), Summerville (DYB), and Georgetown County (GGE). The school's unique simulator-based syllabus incorporates FAA-certified full-motion simulators alongside a large fleet of aircraft, enabling students to learn more quickly and at lower cost.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $85 – $340/hr | $6,000 – $23,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,200 – $32,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
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