Sky-Vu Flyers, Inc.
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About
With airplanes located at Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport (KUMP) and Eagle Creek Airpark Airport (KEYE), Sky-Vu Flyers is the premier, not-for-profit flying club in the Indianapolis metro area and one of the oldest in the country. This club has been in continuous operation since 1956 and currently boasts 3 great Cessna aircraft and 2 Cirrus aircraft. This is an equity-based flying club where members purchase a share in the club and pay very reasonable monthly dues, and the lowest hourly costs anywhere. If you're looking for a low-cost, HIGH-VALUE experience in aircraft ownership (all the fun without the shock of unanticipated major repair expenses), then you need to check out a membership in Sky-Vu Flyers!
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $70 – $280/hr Hobbs | $4,900 – $19,700 |
| 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 | $160/mo | $1,920 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,100 – $32,500 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Sky-Vu Flyers, Inc. is estimated to cost $8,100 – $32,500. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Sky-Vu Flyers, 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, Sky-Vu Flyers, 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.
Sky-Vu Flyers, Inc.'s training fleet includes the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk), Cessna 182S (Skylane), Cessna 182T (Skylane), Cirrus SR20, and Cirrus SR22. 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 Sky-Vu Flyers, Inc.. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Sky-Vu Flyers, Inc. does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.