Indy Aviators
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About
Indy Aviators is a flight club for pilots who want to FLY! The club was created to provide a lower cost option for all pilots. This is a flying club, not a flight school, but non pilots are welcome and to apply, and enjoy the social aspects of the club. Our airplanes are based at KMQJ and KUMP.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $240/hr Hobbs | $4,200 – $16,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,400 – $25,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Indy Aviators is estimated to cost $6,400 – $25,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Indy Aviators operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Indy Aviators does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Indy Aviators's training fleet includes the Mooney M20 F and Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee). Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
No flight simulators are listed for Indy Aviators. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Indy Aviators does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.