Flight training at Chino Airport
Choose the Flight Training Path That Fits Your Goal
Whether you want to fly your family on weekends, earn an instrument rating, or build a professional aviation career, DuBois Aviation can help you move forward with one-on-one instruction and a diverse airplane and helicopter fleet.
Training programs
Start with the course that matches your next milestone
You do not need to know every FAA requirement before calling us. Tell us what you want to accomplish and what experience you already have, and we will help you identify the right next step.
Private Pilot
Learn to safely operate a single-engine airplane and carry passengers for personal travel and recreation.
Explore private pilot trainingInstrument Rating
Build precision, confidence, and the skills required to fly under instrument flight rules.
Explore instrument trainingCommercial Pilot
Develop professional-level knowledge and flying skill while meeting the experience requirements to be paid as a pilot.
Explore commercial trainingFlight Instructor
Prepare for CFI, CFII, or MEI certification and learn how to teach aviation knowledge and flight skills effectively.
Explore instructor trainingMulti-Engine
Add multi-engine privileges and learn aircraft systems, performance planning, and engine-out procedures.
Explore multi-engine trainingHelicopter Training
Begin with a private helicopter certificate or add rotorcraft-helicopter privileges to an airplane certificate.
See helicopter add-on optionsPlanning your training
Understand the cost before you begin
Most lessons combine aircraft time, instructor time, and ground instruction. A typical lesson often costs about $300 to $400, depending on the aircraft, lesson length, and course.
Students working toward an airplane private pilot certificate commonly invest about $14,000 to $19,500. The FAA minimum is not a guaranteed completion time; consistency, preparation, weather, and individual proficiency all affect the final total.
Current instruction rates
- Single-engine airplane
- $69/hr
- Multi-engine airplane
- $80/hr
- Helicopter
- $80/hr
Aircraft rental is additional. Rates are subject to change; contact the school for a current estimate based on your goals and experience.
What training feels like
A clear path from your first lesson to your checkride
- Meet your instructor.Discuss your goals, schedule, prior experience, and the aircraft that best fits you.
- Build a consistent plan.Students generally progress faster and retain more when they train multiple times each week.
- Learn in the air and on the ground.Every flight has a purpose, with preparation beforehand and a useful debrief afterward.
- Prepare for the practical test.Your instructor will help you strengthen weak areas and confirm that you meet the applicable standards before endorsement.
Before your first solo
Documents and eligibility
You may begin flight lessons before holding a medical certificate, but most airplane students need an appropriate FAA medical certificate before solo flight. U.S. citizens must provide proof of citizenship. Non-U.S. citizens may need approval through the TSA Flight Training Security Program before training begins.
- Government-issued photo identification
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or required TSA approval
- FAA medical certificate before solo when applicable
- Time in your schedule for regular lessons and study
Common questions
Flight training FAQ
How often should I take lessons?
Training two or three times per week usually creates better continuity than long gaps between lessons. We can build a schedule around your availability.
How long does a private pilot certificate take?
Many consistent students finish in roughly three to four months, while others choose a slower pace. Weather, scheduling, preparation, and individual proficiency affect the timeline.
Can I train for a career from zero experience?
Yes. Our accelerated career program organizes private, instrument, commercial, and instructor training into a structured path.
Do you offer helicopter training?
Yes. We offer helicopter training for new pilots and airplane pilots adding rotorcraft-helicopter privileges.
Your next step
Talk with a flight training specialist
Tell us what you want to fly and where you want aviation to take you. We will help you choose a practical starting point.