Cost of Training

At Dobbs Flight Service, we value transparency in every aspect of your aviation journey. Unlike many flight schools that provide incomplete quotes by omitting critical pre/post briefings or quoting only the bare minimum hours, our approach is different. For example, while the minimum for a Private Pilot License is 40 hours, the national average, per AOPA, is 60–80 hours—nearly double. These omissions can make training seem affordable initially, only for students to be blindsided by immense costs three-quarters through their program, leaving them financially unprepared. We take a conservative and thoughtful approach, providing comprehensive quotes that account for all potential costs, including flight hours, stage checks, and a checkride deposit. Even with our meticulous planning, variables like learning plateaus or proficiency gaps can arise. Our expert instructors, through dedication and experience, focus heavily on overcoming these challenges with proven methods to keep you progressing and on budget.