Quality Score
52
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
3/11CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
6/83 aircraft, WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 52
About
The CAVU Pilot is a top-rated flight training center based in Knoxville, TN, flying out of the Knoxville Downtown Island Airport (KDKX). We offer Part 61 flight training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, CFI, and CFII certificates. Our fleet includes Cessna 150s and Diamond DA40s equipped with modern Garmin avionics, plus a Cirrus SR22 available through our exclusive flying club membership.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150 (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $75 – $290/hr | $5,100 – $20,300 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $150/hr | $1,575 – $6,300 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $40 – $150/hr | $750 – $3,000 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,400 – $29,600 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$40 – $150/hr
Ground Instruction$40 – $150/hr