Quality Score
92
Excellent
Training Costs
22/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published · Mid-range cost at this airport (+7)
DPE Availability
19/19DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
19/19Maintenance performed onsite
Key Staff Credentials
8/11ATP, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
6/87 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 92
About
Skyward Air Pilot Academy is a boutique flight school based at Santa Monica Airport (KSMO), offering flight training from introductory adventures to Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and CFI certificates under FAA Part 61. With over a decade of experience and a fleet of well-equipped single-engine aircraft, Skyward Air prides itself on personalized instruction, a 100% first-time pass rate, and training some of the best aviators in the industry.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior II) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $50 – $190/hr | $2,000 – $7,975 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $50 – $190/hr | $950 – $3,800 |
| Estimated Total Range | $8,500 – $34,000 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$50 – $190/hr
Ground Instruction$50 – $190/hr