Quality Score
70
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
8/825 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 70
About
Gulf Coast Aviation is the premier flight training center in the Louisiana/Mississippi Region, offering Part 61 and Part 141 training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Certificate, Multi-Engine Rating, Flight Instructor Certificate, and more. Located at multiple airports across Louisiana and Mississippi, GCA uses Cessna Pilot Center scenario-based training and offers G1000-equipped aircraft and a full-motion FAA-certified AATD simulator.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft A23 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $90 – $350/hr | $6,100 – $24,500 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $35 – $140/hr | $1,450 – $5,800 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $35 – $140/hr | $700 – $2,750 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,300 – $33,100 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$35 – $140/hr
Ground Instruction$35 – $140/hr