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Learn to Fly with JCFS

Flight Training

Structured programs built around personalized instruction and a supportive community — with clear, up-front cost estimates for everything you need to reach your rating.

Program 1

Private Pilot License

Earning your private pilot's license is an exciting step toward your aviation goals.

55 hrs

Total Time

35 hrs

Flight Instruction

30 hrs

Ground Instruction

PA-28 Warrior

Aircraft

$15,120 Estimated total
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What's Included

  • Aircraft rental
  • Flight & ground instruction
  • Gleim private pilot study kit
  • Written & practical testing fees
  • Medical examination
  • Final flight test
Program 2

Instrument Rating

Take the next step and gain the skills to fly confidently in instrument conditions.

45 hrs

Total Time

45 hrs

Flight Instruction

PA-28 Warrior

Aircraft

PPL

Prerequisite

$11,900 Estimated total
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What's Included

  • Aircraft rental
  • Flight instruction
  • Gleim instrument study kit
  • Written testing fees
  • Practical testing fees

Totals are estimates based on average completion times and can vary with each student's pace. Examiner (DPE), medical (AME), and written test fees are set by third parties and are subject to change.

Plan Your Budget

Detailed Price Sheets

Want the full numbers? Download a printable cost breakdown for each course — every line item, from aircraft rental to testing fees.

Private Pilot PDF Full cost breakdown for the Private Pilot Certification Course — aircraft, instruction, materials, medical, and testing fees. Download → Instrument Rating PDF Full cost breakdown for the Instrument Rating Course — aircraft, instruction, materials, and testing fees. Download → Commercial Pilot PDF Estimated costs for the Commercial Pilot Certification Course, including flight, ground, and complex aircraft time. Download →

Learn From the Best

Meet Your Instructors

Our certified flight instructors bring the experience, patience, and passion to guide you from your first flight to your checkride.

Shane Messenger, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Shane Messenger

CFICFIIMEIAGI
Nathan Katz, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Nathan Katz

CFICFIIMEIAGI
Rob Benefield, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Rob Benefield

CFICFIIAGI
Cade McLain, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Cade McLain

CFICFII
Ryan Houlihan, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Ryan Houlihan

CFICFII
Trevor Dunnavant, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Trevor Dunnavant

CFIAGI
Dan Lewis, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Dan Lewis

CFI
Maggie Huebner, flight instructor at Jefferson City Flying Service

Maggie Huebner

CFI

CFI Certified Flight Instructor · CFII Instrument Instructor · MEI Multi-Engine Instructor · AGI Advanced Ground Instructor

Ready to Get Started

Begin Your Enrollment

Download our pre-enrollment form to see what to bring and how to prepare — including getting your FAA medical. Have questions first? Email our flight school directly.

Download Pre-Enrollment Form

Financing Available

Don't let cost keep you grounded. Financing assistance is available through our partner program to help you spread the investment in your training. Ask us for details.

Talk to Us About Financing

Take Your First Flight

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