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 | |||
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Item | Cost/Hour | Hours | Total |
172RG Cutlass | $179 | 4 | $716 |
Flight Instruction | $54 | 4 | $216 |
Ground Instruction | $54 | 2 | $108 |
Estimated Total | $1,040 |
High Performance Endorsement | |||
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Item | Cost/hour | Hours | Total |
Cessna 182T | $222 | 4 | $888 |
Flight Instruction | $54 | 4 | $216 |
Ground Instruction | $54 | 2 | $108 |
Estimated Total | $1,212 |