OUR SERVICES
Airplane Flight School
Authorized Cessna Pilot Center
Have you dreamed of flying an airplane?
Let us prepare you for life in the sky!
There’s nothing like the feeling you get from flying. The sense of freedom and the thrill you get from soaring high above the clouds changes your perspective. For many, the idea of actually piloting a plane is just a fantasy, but at Hetrick Air Services, our experienced and courteous flight instructors are working hard to give you the tools to make that dream a reality.
Whether you want an instrument rating, or you just want a new and exciting hobby, you'll get all the training you need. Our packet includes estimated costs for private, instrumental, all documents needed in order to rent, and our rental agreement.

Introductory Flight Lesson
Special $134 introductory flight lesson:
- 1 hour with an instructor
- 20-minute flight in a Cessna 172
- 6-month subscription to Flight Training Magazine
- Official logbook entry with first lesson endorsement
- Introductory ground school material to prepare for your first lesson


Private Pilot Course
Hetrick Air Service prices for Private Pilot Course
- Aircraft Rental: $6,880.00
- 40 hours New Cessna 172S Rental
- $172.00 Hour (regular rate) in N99HV
- Primary Flight Instruction: $900.00
- 20 Hours primary flight instruction at $45.00 hour
- Ground Instruction: $900.00
- Approximately 20 hours at $45.00 hour
- Cessna Private Pilot Training Kit: $334.00
- Flight Physical: $280.00
- *Cost may vary by location
- Written Exam: $175.00
- *Cost may vary by location
- Check Ride Exam: $700.00
- *Cost may vary by location
Subtotal:
$10,169.00
Est. Sales Tax (On aircraft rental and Cessna Private Pilot Kit)
$670.90
Total:
$10,839.90
If needed, financing available through Pilot Finance, Inc. for as little as $150.00 per month.
*Hours shown here are FAA minimum requirement for license, however more time may be needed due to the level student experience and proficiency.
*Prices subject to change at the discretion of Hetrick Air Service, Inc.
Instrument Rating Course
Hetrick Air Service prices for Instrument Rating Course
- Aircraft Rental: $6,880.00
40 hours New Cessna 172S Rental
- $172.00 Hour (regular rate) in N99HV
- Primary Flight Instruction: $1,800.00
- 40 hours Instrument Flight Instruction at $45.00/hour
- Minimum 15 hours dual for requirement
- Ground Instruction: $900.00
- Approximately 20 hours at $45.00 hour
- Cessna Instrument Rating Training Kit: $334.00
- Written Exam: $175.00
- *Cost may vary by location
- Check Ride Exam: $700.00
- *Cost may vary by location
Subtotal:
$10,789.00
Est. Sales Tax (On aircraft rental and Cessna Instrument Kit)
$670.90
Total:
$11,459.90
If needed, financing available through Pilot Finance, INc. for as little as $150.00 per month.
*Hours shown here are FAA minimum requirement for license, however more time may be needed due to the level student experience and proficiency.
*Prices subject to change at the discretion of Hetrick Air Service, Inc.

Download Instrument Rating and Private Pilot Course Documents
Meet Your Instructors

Rod Mohr
Charter Pilot & Flight Instructor
Part-time – Available by appointment
Flight Training Financing Available
Hetrick partners with a pilot-owned business called Flight Training Finance to simplify financing for your part-time flight training.
• Easy application process
• Quick turnaround time
• Serving over 1,000 schools nationwide
Download the brochure or visit their website for more information!