Laughing Bovine Flying Club
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About
Laughing Bovine Flying Club is a non-profit organization formed to stimulate an interest in aviation. We are a non-equity club dedicated to making aviation accessible and affordable. More information is available at our website https://laughingbovine.org
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $20 – $75/hr Tach | $1,325 – $5,325 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $5 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $145/mo | $1,740 |
| Estimated Total Range | $4,400 – $17,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Laughing Bovine Flying Club is estimated to cost $4,400 – $17,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Laughing Bovine Flying Club 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, Laughing Bovine Flying Club 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.
Laughing Bovine Flying Club trains in the Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Laughing Bovine Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Laughing Bovine Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.