Parrish Aviation Flight Academy
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Career Pilot Price Calculator

Select your training aircraft and add-on ratings below to see a detailed investment breakdown.

Configure Your Career Program

Standard Career Program

Includes training from Private Pilot through CFII (Certified Flight Instructor Instrument). Standardized curriculum designed for airline readiness.

Both options include 10 TAA (Technologically Advanced Aircraft) hours

Career Investment Summary

Estimated Total Investment
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What's Included
Private Pilot
Instrument Rating
Commercial Single Engine
Commercial Multi Engine
Certified Flight Instructor — Airplane
Certified Flight Instructor — Instrument
Sling NGT (Glass Cockpit)
Equipment PackageiPad Mini, headset, flight bag, ForeFlight
MEI (Multi-Engine Instructor) — optional add-on
Spitfire Elite Placement
Sling NGT N599VV at Parrish Aviation

Rates based on Parrish Aviation Part 141 FAA Certified Curriculum

This calculator provides an estimated investment range based on current program rates and typical training hours. Actual costs may vary depending on individual student progression, flight conditions, and scheduling. All figures are subject to change. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Included in Every Program

What's Included in the Base Price

Every Parrish Aviation training program includes the following materials at no extra cost:

  • FAR/AIM (current edition)
  • FAA ACS for each certificate level
  • All Jeppesen Part 141 physical & online training materials
  • Foggles (instrument view-limiting device)
  • DFW Sectional Chart
  • Aircraft checklist
  • Mock oral exam guides
  • Pilot logbook
  • E6B flight computer
  • Plotter
Included in the Full Career Program

Equipment Package

Everything you need to fly professionally — included with the Full Career Program at no additional program charge.

Lightspeed Zulu ANR headset

Lightspeed Zulu ANR Headset

How to Use These Estimates

The costs shown are based on typical Part 141 minimums and national averages. Your actual cost depends on:

  • Training Frequency: Students who fly 3–4 times per week typically require fewer hours.
  • Aircraft Choice: Rates vary between our Sling NGT and Cessna 172 fleet.
  • Prior Experience: Any previous flight hours may apply toward your requirements.
  • DPE Selection: Designated Pilot Examiner fees vary in the North Texas region.

Financing Your Training

  • Edly: Parrish Aviation is an approved Edly school — apply through our Edly portal.
  • AOPA Financing: Pilot training loans from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

Learn more on our Financing Overview page.

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