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Transparent Pricing at Bird Dog Flight Services

We believe you should know exactly what your flight training will cost. At Bird Dog Flight Services, we offer flexible pay-as-you-go rates and comprehensive flat-rate career packages with zero hidden fees, helping you earn your wings efficiently.

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A student pilot at Bird Dog Flight Services in the cockpit during career training
Student pilot experiencing their first discovery flight over Fort Worth
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Student pilot performing a pre-flight inspection on a single-engine aircraft
Pilot in the cockpit flying under instrument flight rules at night
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Pilot preparing for a flight review in a Cessna training aircraft

LOFT Career Pilot Program

The LOFT (Lift Off For Tomorrow) track is our most comprehensive training solution. It is a streamlined, supportive, and structured professional pilot program designed for those who want to launch an airline career with efficiency.

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Our Specialized Flight Services

From Discovery Flights to Flight Reviews, Bird Dog Flight Services offers comprehensive, transparently priced services designed to keep you safe, proficient, and progressing in your aviation journey.

Aircraft Rental (Wet Rate)

  • Includes aviation fuel and oil (Wet Rate)
  • IFR-equipped with modern avionics
  • Impeccably maintained for near 100% dispatch reliability
  • Available for local flights and approved cross-country routes
Starting At
$170 / hr
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FAA-Approved BATD Simulator

  • Full access to the Gleim Virtual Cockpit BATD system
  • Over 33,000 programmable instrument procedures worldwide
  • Log FAA-approved training hours (up to 2.5 PPL, 10 IR)
  • Practice emergency scenarios safely without leaving the ground
  • Save over $125/hr compared to practicing in the actual aircraft
  • Note: Standard instructor fee ($60/hr) applies if dual instruction is required
Starting At
$45 / hr
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Flight Instruction (PPL, IR, Comm)

  • Private Pilot (PPL): Master the fundamentals of flight, cross-country navigation, and safe solo operations.
  • Instrument Rating (IR): Learn to navigate the clouds with precision using advanced avionics and complex IFR procedures.
  • Commercial Pilot (Comm): Refine your skills to professional standards with advanced maneuvers and commercial flight operations.
  • The Bird Dog Standard: True one-on-one mentorship tailored to your learning style, you are never just a number.
Starting At
$60 / hr
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CFI Initial Instruction

  • Advanced instruction from our senior teaching staff
  • Deep dive into the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI)
  • Right-seat flying mastery and maneuver breakdown
  • Comprehensive checkride and oral exam preparation
Starting At
$75 / hr
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One-on-One Ground Instruction

  • Personalized, distraction-free environment
  • Deep dive into aircraft systems, weather, and regulations
  • Intensive checkride oral exam preparation
  • Review of complex IFR approach plates and cross-country planning
Starting At
$60 / hr
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