Open Hangar Collective
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About
The Open Hangar Collective is a non-equity flying club based at Shafer Field dedicated to making the thrill of flight more accessible, affordable, and enjoyable for pilots of all experience levels.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150F (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $35 – $140/hr Hobbs | $2,450 – $9,800 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $850 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $175/mo | $2,100 |
| Estimated Total Range | $6,200 – $24,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Open Hangar Collective is estimated to cost $6,200 – $24,600. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Open Hangar Collective 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, Open Hangar Collective 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.
Open Hangar Collective's training fleet includes the Cessna 150F and Piper PA-28-160 (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 Open Hangar Collective. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Open Hangar Collective does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.