Quality Score
68
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
6/85 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 68
About
Pacific States Aviation (PSA) is an FAA Part 141 and Part 61 approved flight academy located at Buchanan Field Airport (KCCR) in Concord, California. PSA offers training from Private Pilot through ATP, including Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Multi-Engine, CFI, CFII, and MEI programs. The school operates a fleet of Cessna 172s, a Piper Seminole, a Cessna 150, and two Redbird AATD simulators. PSA is also an FAA Part 145 Approved Aircraft Repair Station and has an on-site FAA Pilot Examiner and FAA knowledge test center.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
Showing estimated ranges only. to see exact pricing.
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,300 – $29,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
Showing estimated ranges only. to see exact pricing.