Phoenix Flying Club, Inc.
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About
Welcome to Phoenix Flying Club. Are you pilot looking to expand your experience by flying with a group of experienced and safety-minded co-pilots? Do you want to own equity in a fast, powerful, and well-equipped single-engine Piper Dakota for weekend adventures? Do you want to practice your skills and keep your currency? Phoenix Flying Club is member owned and operated, and we would love you to join if you are interested. Check out information on joining here, and you can find our contact information here. Phoenix Flying Club was started in 2018 when a group pilots flying at Fort Meade Flying Activity purchased that club's Piper Dakota upon its dissolution. It operates out of Hangar 84 at Tipton Airport (KFME) in Odenton, Maryland, and is made up of experienced and new pilots. While the club currently has a more complex plane and an emphasis on cross-country adventures, the members fully intend to acquire a less expensive trainer as soon as possible to facilitate training and opportunities for less-experienced pilots.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-236 (Dakota) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $60 – $250/hr Tach | $4,300 – $17,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $7,000 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $150/mo | $1,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $11,000 – $43,900 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Phoenix Flying Club, Inc. is estimated to cost $11,000 – $43,900. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Phoenix Flying Club, Inc. 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, Phoenix Flying Club, Inc. 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.
Phoenix Flying Club, Inc. trains in the Piper PA-28-236 (Dakota). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Phoenix Flying Club, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Phoenix Flying Club, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.