Wings Flying Club
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About
Wings Flying Club is a non-profit flying club based at Bowman Field (KLOU) in Louisville, KY. The club provides members with access to a Piper Warrior for personal transportation, recreation, and flight training. Membership is open to private pilots of all certification levels.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $30 – $110/hr Hobbs | $1,925 – $7,700 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $40 – $160/hr | $1,675 – $6,725 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $110/hr | $550 – $2,200 |
| Admission fee | — | one-time | $5 |
| Monthly dues × 12 | 12 mo | $75/mo | $900 |
| Estimated Total Range | $4,600 – $18,400 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Wings Flying Club is estimated to cost $4,600 – $18,400. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Wings Flying Club 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, Wings Flying Club 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.
Wings Flying Club trains in the Piper PA-28-161 (Warrior). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Wings Flying Club. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Wings Flying Club does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.