A one-time logbook endorsement from an authorized flight instructor is required to fly any aircraft that meets the definition of a high performance or complex aircraft per 14 CFR 61.31 (e)(f).

Complex Aircraft – an aircraft equipped with retractable gear, flaps, and a controllable pitch propeller.

High Performance Aircraft – an aircraft with an engine of more than 200 horsepower.

Both endorsements will require ground training time.

Complex training at Sporty’s Academy is conducted in the Cessna 172RG ($179/hr.).

High performance training is conducted in Sporty’s G1000-equipped Cessna 182 ($222/hr.).

Both endorsements can be gained simultaneously in Sporty’s multiengine Piper Aztec ($345/hr.).

Renter’s insurance is required for all complex and high performance endorsements. Click here for more information.

Email us at [email protected] to schedule your training.

Complex Endorsement
ItemCost/HourHoursTotal
172RG Cutlass$1794$716
Flight Instruction$544$216
Ground Instruction$542$108
Estimated Total$1,040
High Performance Endorsement
ItemCost/hourHoursTotal
Cessna 182T$2224$888
Flight Instruction$544$216
Ground Instruction$542$108
Estimated Total$1,212