Quality Score
44
Limited Data
Training Costs
15/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published · One of the pricier options at this airport (+0)
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
0/19No onsite maintenance
Key Staff Credentials
3/11CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
8/89 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 44
About
Great Basin Aviation is a full-service flight school located at Reno-Tahoe International Airport (KRNO) in Reno, Nevada. As Northern Nevada's only Cessna Pilot Center, GBA offers structured flight training from student pilot through CFI/CFII under FAA Part 141. The school operates a modern fleet of Cessna 172 and 182 aircraft equipped with Garmin glass cockpits and autopilot. Training is conducted in Class C airspace with experienced full-time contracted flight instructors emphasizing safety, quality, and integrity.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172S (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $95 – $370/hr | $6,500 – $25,900 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $25 – $90/hr | $450 – $1,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,600 – $34,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$40 – $160/hr
Ground Instruction$25 – $90/hr