What flight training actually adds up to
Pricing & fleet rates
Fly North rents aircraft wet, with fuel included, from $129/hr for a Cessna 150 to $342/hr for the Piper Apache twin. Flight instruction is $80/hr, or $74/hr with Fly North Pro.
| Aircraft (wet) & instruction | Type | Standard | Fly North Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 150 | Basic trainer | $129 | $116 |
| Cessna 172 · 6-pack / G5 | Standard trainer | $203 | $183 |
| C172 G1000 / C177RG | Advanced / TAA | $226 | $203 |
| Piper Apache | Multi-engine | $342 | — |
| Redbird FMX | Simulator | $78 | $69 |
| Flight instruction | Per hour | $80 | $74 |
| Light Sport (LSA) | Light sport | Coming 2027 | — |
Rates per hour from the 8/1/2026 price list; subject to change.
Fly North Pro
Fly more, pay less: $74/hr instruction and lower rental rates.
Membership
Standard
$0 / month
Standard aircraft rates and $80/hr instruction. Pay as you fly.
Fly North Pro
$149 / month
- About 10% off rental and instruction ($74/hr)
- One free 3-hour ground session every week for private or instrument students
- Priority scheduling, CFI open hours and member deals
Example lesson hour
C172 + instructor
$283/hr Standard · $257/hr Pro
Other fees
| Discovery Flight | $299 |
| Private ground school + kit | $689 + $289.99 |
| Instrument ground school | $799 |
| Headset rental | $15 / flight |
| Fuel surcharge | None (wet rates) |
Cancellations
- A no-show or less than 12 hours' notice is $100 plus $25 per reserved hour for the aircraft, plus the instructor's time.
- Late aircraft return: up to $50.
- More than 15 minutes late without calling and the aircraft may be released.
FAA examiner checkride fees are paid directly to the examiner.
Last updated October 2026
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