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T Black Aviation offers Aviation Ground Schools, Flight Training, Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) and Inspection Authorization (IA) Certifications, Maintenance and Maintenance Training at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (KPIE). They are authorized to give all FAA, FCC, and NCATT written exams and specialize in helping military and field experienced personnel attain their A&P license and IA Certification.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $50 – $190/hr Hobbs | $3,300 – $13,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $5,200 – $20,700 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at T Black Aviation is estimated to cost $5,200 – $20,700. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, T Black Aviation 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, T Black Aviation 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.
T Black Aviation trains in the Cessna 172SP (Skyhawk). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for T Black Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, T Black Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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