Our Pricing
Transparent, competitive rates for flight training and aircraft rental
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Discovery Flight
Your first hour in the air. No experience needed — Isaac handles everything. See Manhattan from above and decide if flying is for you.
Starting at
$265
~90 min · Republic Airport (FRG)
Aircraft Fleet Pricing
Choose from our modern, well-maintained aircraft at competitive rates
N2152Z Piper Warrior
FRG - Republic Airport
208 NY-109, Farmingdale, NY 11735
Hourly Rate
$185.00 per hr
3.5% fee applies to card purchases.
Premium training platform with new array of avionics and glass instruments. Ideal for Private Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Commercial Pilot training with modern interior.
Pricing
3.5% fee applies to card purchases.
Flight Instruction Rates
Professional FAA-certified instruction designed to meet your goals
Flight Instruction
One-on-one personalized training with FAA-certified instructors
$65/hr
Same rate for flight and ground instruction
Flight Time
Instruction time while in the aircraft. Billed based on Hobbs time.
Ground Time
Preflight briefings, post-flight debriefs, and ground school sessions.
What to Expect
A typical lesson includes flight time plus 20–30 minutes of ground instruction for preflight preparation and post-flight review. For example, a 2.0-hour flight would typically result in 2.4–2.6 hours of total instruction time billed.
Training Program Costs
Private Pilot
Flight hours60 hrs
Instruction hours84 hrs
Instruction (84 x $65)$5,460
Aircraft + 3.5% card fee (60 x $191.47)$11,488.20
Aircraft cash (60 x $185.00)$11,100.00
Equipment + checkride + written$3,013
Total (Card)$19,961.2
Total (Cash)$19,573
Instrument
Flight hours50 hrs
Instruction hours70 hrs
Instruction (70 x $65)$4,550
Aircraft + 3.5% card fee (50 x $191.47)$9,573.50
Aircraft cash (50 x $185.00)$9,250.00
Checkride + written$1,175
Total (Card)$15,298.5
Total (Cash)$14,975
Commercial
Flight hours120 hrs
Instruction hours168 hrs
Instruction (168 x $65)$10,920
Aircraft + 3.5% card fee (120 x $191.47)$22,976.40
Aircraft cash (120 x $185.00)$22,200.00
Checkride + written$1,175
Total (Card)$35,071.4
Total (Cash)$34,295
Additional Training
Flight instruction$65/hr
Ground instruction$65/hr
Aircraft + 3.5% card fee$191.47/hr
Aircraft (cash)$185.00/hr
Refresher flights, checkride prep, endorsements, and proficiency work are billed strictly by the hour.
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What's Included
Our rates are all-inclusive. No hidden fees or surprise charges.
Aircraft Rental Rate Includes
- Fuel and oil
- Maintenance and inspections
- Insurance coverage
- Modern avionics and equipment
- Hangar fees
Instruction Rate Includes
- FAA-certified instruction
- Flight and ground instruction billed at the same hourly rate
- Customized training plan
- Ground school support
- Exam preparation guidance
Flexible Payment Options
Credit Cards + Apple Pay
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and Apple Pay. Payments are securely processed through Stripe on compatible devices and browsers.
Payment Plans Available
We can offer payment plans through providers such as Affirm (subject to eligibility), while keeping billing transparent: instruction is $65/hr, aircraft is $185.00/hr, and a 3.5% fee applies to card purchases.
Pricing FAQs
Are there any hidden fees?
No. Aircraft and instruction are billed separately by the hour so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Aircraft rental includes fuel, maintenance, and insurance.
Do I need a medical certificate?
For discovery flights and recreational flying, you do not need a medical certificate. For commercial training or pilot certification, an FAA medical certificate is required.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Yes. We offer flexible rescheduling based on instructor and aircraft availability. Please contact us for our cancellation policy details.
How does billing work now?
We no longer use block-hour pricing. Training is billed hourly: $65/hr for instruction and $185.00/hr for N2152Z aircraft time. A 3.5% fee applies to card purchases.
What about fuel surcharges?
We are currently charging a temporary $8.50/hr fuel surcharge due to ongoing oil prices rising.