Quality Score
52
Fair
Training Costs
25/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
0/19No onsite maintenance
Key Staff Credentials
3/11CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
6/87 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
SunWest Aviation is a family-operated flight school and executive air charter specialist located at San Luis Obispo Airport (KSBP) in California. Founded in 1987, SunWest offers flight training for private pilot, instrument, commercial, CFI, and CFII certificates, as well as aircraft rentals and introductory flights.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 152II (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $45 – $170/hr | $1,775 – $7,150 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $45 – $170/hr | $850 – $3,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,700 – $30,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$45 – $170/hr
Ground Instruction$45 – $170/hr
CFI Training$50 – $190/hr
Contact
Phone
Website