Are you actively enrolled in flight training? What do you think of the experience so far?
Redbird Flight Simulations asked questions along these lines for its annual report on the state of flight training.
Redbird: Learning to Fly Has Gotten More Expensive
The cost of training for a private pilot license (PPL) this year will cost an average of $1,500 more than in 2023, according to the company's survey findings.
Key Takeaways:
- Flight training demand is exceptionally high, with many schools reporting waitlists, and costs have significantly increased, with a Private Pilot License now averaging $14,000.
- The industry faces significant challenges, including concerns about aircraft insurance, maintenance issues, and the availability of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs), alongside difficulties in finding and hiring qualified flight instructors.
- Instructional consistency and applicant preparedness are noted concerns, with 32 percent of students reporting no syllabus use by their CFI, and 45 percent of DPEs observing a decline in applicant quality.
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