Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 70
About
Orlando Sanford Flying Club is a membership-based flying club based at Orlando Sanford International Airport (KSFB) in Sanford, Florida. We offer 24/7 access to a diverse fleet of IFR-equipped aircraft including Cessna 172s, Piper Archers, Cessna 182s, and a Piper Seminole. Membership is $70/month with no initiation fees. Whether you're a student pilot or a seasoned aviator, we provide affordable, community-focused flight training and aircraft rental in Central Florida.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172P (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $35 – $150/hr Tach | $2,600 – $10,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $70/mo | $840 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,300 – $21,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Orlando Sanford Flying Club is estimated to cost $5,300 – $21,000. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Orlando Sanford 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, Orlando Sanford 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.
Orlando Sanford Flying Club's training fleet includes the Cessna 172P (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer II), Piper PA-28-181 (Archer III), Cessna 182Q (Skylane), Cessna 182R (Skylane), and Piper PA-44-/orlandosanfordflyingclub.com (Seminole). 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 Orlando Sanford Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Orlando Sanford Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.