Quality Score
75
Good
Training Costs
25/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published
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
2/83 aircraft, no WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics listed
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 75
About
Fly Smart Pilot Training is a Part 61 flight school located at Kissimmee Gateway Airport (KISM), just minutes from Orlando, Florida. Founded in 2011, Fly Smart offers personalized one-on-one flight training from private pilot through CFI/CFII/MEI, instrument rating, commercial pilot, and multi-engine ratings. With transparent pay-as-you-go pricing, no hidden fees or fuel surcharges, and instruction available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Fly Smart is committed to delivering safe, affordable, and passionate flight training.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $270/hr | $4,800 – $19,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $130/hr | $650 – $2,600 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,000 – $27,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$40 – $150/hr
Ground Instruction$35 – $130/hr