Quality Score
59
Fair
Training Costs
25/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published · Cheaper than most at this airport (+10)
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
0/19No onsite maintenance
Key Staff Credentials
8/11ATP, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
8/816 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 59
About
Santa Monica Flyers is Los Angeles' premier flight school and aircraft rental center, offering world-class flight training that's safe, fuel-efficient, and ultra-modern. With 15+ years of experience and 1,000+ pilots trained, Santa Monica Flyers provides a diverse fleet including electric aircraft, light sport aircraft, Cessna 172s, and Cirrus aircraft. Training programs include Sport Pilot, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and CFI certificates.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipistrel Velis Electro (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $65 – $260/hr | $4,500 – $18,100 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $55 – $220/hr | $2,300 – $9,250 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $55 – $220/hr | $1,100 – $4,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,900 – $31,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$55 – $220/hr
Ground Instruction$55 – $220/hr
Contact
Phone
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