Quality Score
72
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
8/11ATP, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
2/86 aircraft, no WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics listed
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 72
About
FLY8MA Pilot Lodge is an aviation training and lodging destination in Big Lake, Alaska, offering tailwheel, bush pilot, off-airport, and career pilot flight training programs. Set on a 115-acre property with two private runways, the lodge features unique airplane house accommodations and is minutes from Anchorage, glaciers, and prime Alaskan wilderness.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper J-3-Cub (Cub) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $100 – $400/hr | $7,000 – $28,000 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $75 – $300/hr | $3,200 – $12,600 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $75 – $300/hr | $1,500 – $6,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $11,700 – $46,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$75 – $300/hr
Ground Instruction$75 – $300/hr