Flight Training

From your first flight to advanced ratings, our flight training programs are designed to build confidence, expand your capabilities, and support your goals—whether you’re flying for fun or pursuing a career.

When you choose Central Florida Flight training, you get

 • 22+ Years of aviation experience
 • Certified instructors (CFI, CFII, MEI)
 • In-house maintenance = safer, more reliable aircraft
 • Well-maintained fleet ready when you are

Discovery Flight Special including pilot logbook – $100.00

Training Programs at Central Florida Flight Training

Four-step pilot training infographic from Central Florida Flight Training outlining discovery flight, FAA-certified instruction, private pilot license, and advanced aviation training options

Private Pilot*
Where most pilots start.
 • 40 hours of flight experience minimum.
 • All training is completed in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 150 aircraft.
 • Fly aircraft for personal use, not for pay.

Instrument Rating*
Take piloting to the next level.
 • 40 hours of instrument experience minimum.
 • 50 hours of cross country PIC experience required.
 • All training is completed in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 182.

Learn to fly in the ATC system the professionals use.

If You can Dream it … You can do it!

Advanced Training Programs at Central Florida Flight Training

Go beyond the basics with advanced training that sharpens your skills, expands your flying capabilities, and prepares you for more complex aircraft, conditions, or a professional career.

Commercial Pilot
License*

Get paid to fly!

 • 250 hours of flight experience minimum.
 • All training is completed in a Cessna 172, Cessna 182, or Cessna 150 aircraft.


Begin your professional flying.

Certificated Flight Instructor (addon/ initial)*

Build hours while teaching future pilots.

 • Learn how to teach/mentor
 • Strengthen your flying skills
 • A common next step for pilots looking to build time.

High Performance Training*

Fly high-powered aircraft with more than 200HP!

All training is completed in a Cessna 182 aircraft with 300HP!

This aircraft also qualifies for Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) training.

Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) Training*

 • Master modern avionics and advanced systems.
 • Train in a glass panel Cessna 182
 • Log 10 hours of TAA time toward your commercial license
 • Learn autopilot systems and advanced navigation

Aerobatic Instruction at Central Florida Flight Training

Rate: $210 per hour with aerobatic instructor – (185 pound weight limit)
Aerobatic Instruction is offered once per a month.
Call to schedule… spots fill up quickly!

Time Building with Central Florida Flight Training

Need more flight hours for your commercial or instrument rating?
We will customize a plan to help you reach your goals.

I came down to Florida to do some time building and CFFT was very accommodating.  Steven Schrock

Prices for Training with Central Florida Flight Training

Instruction rate

Instruction rate: $60.00 per an hour for all ratings.
Elite PI135 BATD rate: $80.00 per an hour with CFII.

Aircraft rate

 • Cessna 150M Commuter rate: $120.00 per an hour including fuel.
 • Cessna 150 Aerobatic rate: $120.00 per an hour including fuel.
 • Cessna 172 rate: $160.00 per an hour including fuel.
 • Cessna 182 rate: $300.00 per an hour including fuel and the instructor.

I have trained at almost all of the flight schools in the Tampa Bay area and found the service and experience at Central FL Flight Training to be outstanding… Pricing for aircraft and instructor are the best value around.  Alex Berrios

Honestly, the value for the price is unbeatable. You’d be hard-pressed to find better prices anywhere, especially considering the quality of instruction and the professionalism you receive here. Mike Truschelli


* Always refer to current FAA regulations for accurate pilot training requirements.
* In some cases proof of United States Citizenship or other TSA authorization is required.

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