Pricing

  • Instructor Rates:
    • Standard Instructor: $75.00 per hour
    • Senior Instructor: $150.00 per hour
  • Aircraft Rates (Before Fuel Surcharge):
    Retail $2500 Rate $5000 Rate
    • C-150s / hour: $130.00 $118.50* $107.00**
    • C-172s / hour: $195.00 $178.00* $161.00**
  • Frasca Flight Simulator: $90.00 per hour
  • A fuel surcharge will be added to the aircraft rate. Currently, the fuel surcharge is:
    • $6 per hour for the Cessna 150.
    • $10 per hour for the Cessna 172.

All Rates are subject to change based on market conditions.

How the Block Time Works

  • $2500 Discount Plan
    • Deposit: $2,500
    • Benefit: Enjoy this reduced rate on aircraft usage.
    • Usage: Utilize your funds until the balance reaches $100.
    • Renewal: Deposit another $2,500 to maintain the discount.
  • $5000 Discount Plan
    • Deposit: $5,000
    • Benefit: Enjoy this reduced rate on aircraft usage.
    • Usage: Utilize your funds until the balance reaches $100.
    • Renewal: Deposit another $5,000 to maintain the discount.
  • Fuel Surcharge
    A fuel surcharge will be added to the aircraft rate. Currently, the fuel surcharge is:
    • $6 per hour for the Cessna 150.
    • $10 per hour for the Cessna 172.

Account Closure Policy

  • If you withdraw funds before your account balance reaches $100, any applied discounts will be forfeited.
  • Your remaining funds will be refunded, but the discount amount will be deducted.
  • As a result, you will have effectively paid the full retail price for your training.

Financing

Flight training is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your future. Whether you’re beginning your journey toward a private pilot certificate or pursuing a professional aviation career, the cost of training can seem overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. At Chicago Executive Flight School, we are committed to helping aspiring pilots achieve their goals by providing guidance on financial resources, scholarships, and financing options that can make flight training more affordable and accessible.

Here’s an updated guide to help you explore ways to finance your flight training at Chicago Executive Flight School.

Before exploring financing options, it’s important to understand the full scope of flight training expenses. Total costs can vary depending on the certifications pursued, training frequency, and individual progress, but may include:

  • Ground school instruction
  • Instructor-led flight training
  • Aircraft rental and simulator time
  • FAA testing and examiner fees
  • Training materials such as books, headsets, and charts

Investing in quality training from the start can help build a strong foundation for a safe and successful aviation career.There are number of options if you enter “flight training financing” into Google or ChatGPT. This is the best way to find all of the current offerings.

Here’s a few of the more popular ones:

Scholarships

Aviation scholarships can play a major role in helping aspiring pilots achieve their dreams while reducing the financial burden of flight training. Many aviation organizations, foundations, and industry groups offer scholarships for private pilot training, advanced ratings, maintenance careers, aviation education, and professional pilot development. Some scholarships are based on academic achievement or financial need, while others focus on supporting specific groups within aviation such as women, minorities, veterans, or young aspiring aviators. Students are encouraged to apply for multiple scholarships each year, as even smaller awards can significantly offset training expenses and help accelerate progress toward their aviation goals.