FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Flight Training at Nightline Air

Considering a career in aviation or looking to earn your pilot’s license? Our FAQ page is designed to answer the most common questions about flight training at Nightline Air. Whether you’re curious about how long it takes to become a pilot, what certifications you need, or how much flight school costs, you’ll find straightforward answers right here.

At Nightline Air, we offer a full range of FAA-certified training programs—from Private Pilot and Instrument Rating to Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor courses. We’re committed to helping students at every stage, whether you’re brand new to aviation or already building flight hours toward a professional career. We also provide multiple financing options, simulator training, flexible scheduling, and expert instruction from experienced, passionate pilots.

Still have questions? Contact us anytime or schedule a discovery flight today!

Airliner ready for take off

The Introductory Flight is one of the most memorable flights that one will take in their flying career. Whether for the experience or insight to your next hobby or career, students will enjoy a hands-on experience with a Nightline Air flight instructor in one of our aircraft for 45 minutes. 

​Your flight instructor will provide an overview of the flight, what to expect, and answer any questions you may have. They will let you be on the flight controls with them, so you will be able to experience what it’s truly like to be in control of an aircraft. Contact us today to schedule your Introductory Flight!

Introductory Flight
Time: 45 minutes
Cost: $140.00

Absolutely. Flight training occurs worldwide and continues to grow. Our Nightline Air team and flight instructors undergo rigorous training and evaluations to provide safe flight training. Our flight instructors ensure each student pilot is properly trained and signed off prior to any solo flights or examinations. 

Not only is our entire team trained to high standards, but so is our training aircraft. Each aircraft in our fleet undergoes a series of routine maintenance to ensure both the airframe and power plant are inspected and signed off before each flight. Contact us today to experience soaring the skies with your Introductory Flight!

The duration of training is variable depending on the student’s timeline and schedule. As Nightline Air offers a Part 61 Training Program, students are able to train part or full time. Each individual ratings takes anywhere between 1 and 4 months to complete. Overall, our Accelerated Program that covers all 7 pilot certificates and ratings, is estimated to be completed within 18 months. This is based on students that are able to fly at least 2-3 times per week. 

Contact an Enrollment Specialist to receive a customized training timeline. 

The cost of flight training, whether it is for the Private Pilot Certificate or another certificate, varies from person to person. On average throughout the industry, student’s can expect to pay anywhere from $13,000 to $18,000. This cost consists of aircraft rental, instructor, training materials, written test, and checkride fees. 

While the FAA only requires 40 hours of flight time to receive a Private Pilot Certificate, not every student will be ready to take the checkride by then. The national average to receive a Private Pilot Certificate is between 50 and 60 hours. 

Our Nightline Air Enrollment Specialists are ready to give you a detailed breakdown of the costs of each program, from Private Pilot to Flight Instructor.  

We make the process quick and easy to enroll in either our Individual Programs or Zero to Hero Program. 


​- Contact us to schedule a meeting with a Nightline Air Enrollment Specialist to learn more about our program and tour our facilities.
– Obtain a Medical Certificate. First Certificate for career-oriented pilots. This is not required prior to starting, but is highly encouraged.
– Meet with an Enrollment Specialist to review payment and financing options. Review financing options (if needed)
– Set your start date and training schedule. 

Yes, it is an industry-wide practice that students carry renters insurance prior to beginning flight training. Our team will walk you through the process of purchasing renters insurance through our partners during your first day of training. We do have required insurance minimums that must be met in order to be approved. 

Our fleet consists of Piper Cherokees, Piper Archers, and FAA Approved BATD. 

Piper Cherokees: $175.00/hour
Piper Archers: $185.00/hour
FAA BATD: $55.00/hour

Unfortunately Nightline Air does not accept the GI Bill. 

We strive to hire flight instructors who have gone through the majority of their flight training through Nightline Air. Our goal is to keep each pilot in-house from student to flight instructor. 

Getting a CFI job at Nightline Air is not guaranteed due to supply and demand of job opportunities. 

Our FAA Part 61 Flight Training Program allows both structure and flexibility that is tailored to your style of learning and personal schedule. During the onboarding process, we will work to establish a desired training schedule that can certainly be adjusted later on. Whether you train part-time or full-time, Nightline Air has a curriculum that will be suitable for you. 

There are numerous training materials available which causes confusion of what to purchase. At Nightline Air, we provide our full training kit that includes textbooks, flight planning tools, flight bag, and training course. We provide all materials including an iPad and Headset. In addition, please have a valid US Passport or Birth Certificate available with an ID.

Nightline Air is an FAA Part 61 Flight Training School.

We have three (3) locations available for flight and ground training:


South Valley Regional Airport (KSVR)
Tooele-Valley Airport (KTVY)
Ogden-Hinckley Airport (KOGD)