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Region Flyers is an FAA Approved Part 141 Flight School

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Getting Started

Not sure where to start? How does it all work? Check out our General Information packet to learn more about the process and answer some of your questions.

General Information

Become A Pilot

Region Flyers in Valparaiso, IN is a Part 141 flight school. This means the FAA has accredited us and allows you to get your ratings faster and more cost effectively. Note that flight training at our Lansing, IL location is also Part 141.

**Total pricing and number of hours needed are based upon the minimum FAA requirements for each certificate/rating.

**The costs reflected below are based on minimum flight time requirements. These parameters can be met for exceptional students, however this is not the average. For a custom training quote, please contact us.**

Click here for our Lansing, IL office.

Region Flyers offers flight training programs for the following certificates and ratings:

Private Pilot Pt. 141

Whether you’re flying for fun or to become an airline pilot one day, this is where it all begins. The Private Pilot Certificate is the starting point for the adventure that is aviation and is the foundation for all further skills that you will learn going forward.

Requirements

Be at least 17 years of age
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate.
Log a minimum of 35 hours of flight training time.
Pass a knowledge test.
Be found competent to perform satisfactory on the FAA practical test.
Pass a practical test with an FAA designee that will include a thorough knowledge evaluation followed by a flight skills evaluation.


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Aircraft Rental	35.0	$151.00	$5,654.95
Instructor (Air)	29.9	$50.00	$1,495.00
Ground School	28.0	$50.00	$1,400.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	10.0	$50.00	$500.00
Online Ground School	N/A	N/A	$298.53
Books & Supplies	N/A	N/A	$283.12
Written Test	N/A	N/A	$165.00
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$151.00	$242.36
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$700.00
Total			$10,738.96

Instrument Pilot Pt. 141

Learn how to fly without having to rely on the horizon for visual cues. Your instructor will show you how to get to where you need to go, even when the weather isn’t cooperating. Your Instrument Certificate is the single most important thing you can do to keep yourself a sharp and safe pilot.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a private pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Log a minimum of 35 hours of instrument time
Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Aircraft Rental	45.2	$151.00	$7,302.96
Instructor (Air)	45.2	$50.00	$2,260.00
Ground School	27.0	$50.00	$1,350.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	10.0	$50.00	$500.00
Books & Supplies	N/A	N/A	$214.00
Written Test	N/A	N/A	$165.00
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$151.00	$242.36
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$600.00
Total			$12,734.32

Commercial Pilot Pt. 141

It’s no secret – there is a MASSIVE pilot shortage looming just around the corner. If you’ve ever considered a career in professional aviation, now is the time to make it happen. You will NOT be disappointed in your decision. Getting paid to do something you love is almost too good to be true!

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a private pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Have logged at least 190 hours
Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Aircraft Rental	110.0	$151.00	$1,772.70
Complex Aircraft Rental	10.0	$205.00	$2,193.50
Instructor (Air)	55.0	$50.00	$2,750.00
Ground School	20.0	$50.00	$1,000.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	15.0	$50.00	$750.00
Books & Supplies	N/A	N/A	$319.93
Written Test	N/A	N/A	$165.00
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$151.00	$242.36
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$600.00
Total			$25,893.49

Multi – Engine Add On Pt. 61

This certificate is your ticket to that dream job you’ve always wanted. Once completed, it won’t be long until you’re hired by a corporate flight department or regional airline – flying jets for hire!

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a commercial pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Multi-Engine Aircraft Rental	9.0	$355.00	$3,418.65
Instructor (Air)	9.0	$65.00	$585.00
Ground School	8.0	$65.00	$520.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	2.0	$65.00	$130.00
Books & Supplies	N/A	N/A	$105.93
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$355.00	$569.78
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$600.00
Total			$5,929.36

Certified Flight Instructor Pt. 61

Learn to teach! Share your passion with others, build flight time quickly, and earn a decent wage. This is the most common way to build flight time to be that much more desirable for the next step in your career. Nothing hones your skills better than flight instructing new students.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a commercial pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Pass 2 knowledge tests as well as the practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Aircraft Rental	10.5	$151.00	$1,696.49
Instructor (Air)	10.5	$50.00	$525.00
Ground School	12.0	$50.00	$600.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	3.0	$50.00	$150.00
Books & Supplies	N/A	N/A	$105.93
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$151.00	$242.36
Written Test (2)	2.0	$165.00	$330.00
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$800.00
Total			$4,449.77

CFI – Instrument Pt. 61

Learn to teach instrument flight! As a professional pilot, the skills you learn here will be incredibly valuable to your future employer.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a commercial pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Aircraft Rental	6.0	$151.00	$969.42
Instructor (Air)	6.0	$50.00	$300.00
Ground School	4.0	$50.00	$200.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	2.0	$50.00	$100.00
Written Test	N/A	N/A	$165.00
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$151.00	$242.36
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$600.00
Total			$2,427.40

CFI – Multi Engine Pt. 61

Learn to teach multi-engine flying! As a professional pilot, the skills you learn here will be incredibly valuable to your future employer.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold a commercial pilot certificate
Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language
Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate
Pass a practical test


Expense	Hours	Cost Per Hour	Amount (7% Tax Incl.)
Multi – Engine Aircraft Rental (150 HP)	10.0	$283.00	$3,028.10
Multi-Engine Aircraft Rental (235 HP)	5.0	$355.00	$1,899.25
Instructor (Air)	15.0	$65.00	$975.00
Ground School	8.0	$65.00	$520.00
Pre/Post Flight Discussion	3.0	$65.00	$195.00
Checkride Aircraft Rental	1.5	$355.00	$569.78
Examiner Fee	N/A	N/A	$600.00
Total			$7,787.13

4205 Murvihill Rd.

Valparaiso, IN 46383

PHONE: 844-435-9694