Quality Score
68
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
0/11No qualifying credentials found
Fleet Quality & Size
6/84 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 68
About
Giving Wings Aviation is a Part 61 flight training center located at Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City, MI. We offer personalized flight training from Private Pilot through advanced ratings, introductory flights, sport pilot training, and aircraft maintenance services. Our fleet includes Van's RV-12iS aircraft and Cessna 172s, along with a Gleim BATD simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van's RV-12 iS (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,400 – $29,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$30 – $120/hr
Ground Instruction$30 – $120/hr