Our Fleet
Capital City Aviation has a standardized fleet of aircraft which fit a variety of roles for different member goals. Whether you’d like to train locally, fly a technologically advanced aircraft, or get somewhere fast for business or pleasure, Capital City Aviation can help you meet your objective. All of our aircraft are IFR certified, and rates listed below include fuel. Instructors are $75 for primary training in aircraft except for the Cirrus. Cirrus rates are in accordance to the Cirrus transition and hourly prices below:
Transition Training Daily Rates
Training Center Instructors
- $800 / day
- $400 / ½ day
Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilots (CSIPs), Tom Baxter, Paul Palmisciano, and Steven Kinsey
- $1000 / day
- $500 / ½ day
Cirrus Instruction Hourly Rates
Training Center Instructors
- $95 / hour for flight and ground instruction
Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilots (CSIPs)
- $115 / hour for flight and ground instruction
2024 Cirrus SR-20 G7
The Cirrus SR20 G7 aircraft takes the SR series to the next level, it features touchscreen interfaces, large high-resolution displays, advanced safety systems, improved visibility, increased legroom, and enhanced convenience features. The G7 integrates an intuitive touchscreen-controlled flight deck with a comfortable and stylish cabin to create an approachable personal aviation experience. This simplified yet incredibly powerful flight deck reduces pilot workload while offering enhanced situational awareness for both pilot and passenger.
- Engine: IO-390-C3B6 215 HP Engine
- Cruise Speed: 145 Knots
- Useful Load: 1,028 Pounds
- Range: 630 Nautical Miles
- Rental Rate: $395 Per Hour
- Available Aircraft: 3 (N614CF, N985AR, N627AB)
Insurance Requirements: Student pilot certificate under direct supervision of a Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP) or Training Center Instructor (TCI) or Private Pilot Certificate or higher; CSIP or TCI checkout through the completion of the Cirrus SR20 G7 Transition or Differences Couse (Approximately 4 hours of ground, and 6-8 hours in type.) Must complete the VFR and IFR transition courses to fly under the corresponding flight rules.
2021 Cirrus SR-22
- Engine: IO-550-ES 310 HP Engine
- Cruise Speed: 175 Knots
- Useful Load: 1100 Lbs
- Range: 800 Nautical Miles
- Rental Rate: $475 Per Hour
- Available Aircraft: 1 (N345WZ)
Insurance Requirements: Private Pilot Certification with an Instrument Rating; 300 hours total flight time; 25 hours in type (SR22) plus completion of the following: the Cirrus SR22 Perspective Basic Transition Course, the Instrument Procedures Course, and the Icing Awareness Course online.
2020 Cirrus SR-22
For many years the Cirrus SR22 series has been the best selling general aviation aircraft in its class. Experience the Cirrus SR22’s advanced technological innovation, exhilarating performances and unprecedented style at Capital City Aviation. This aircraft features the Cirrus Airframe Parachute, The Garmin Perspective G1000 avionics package, and an anti-ice ‘Flight Into Known Icing’ certification (FIKI). With these features, the Cirrus SR22 provides unprecedented situational awareness and safety features in comparison to its competitors.
- Engine: IO-550-ES 310 HP Engine
- Cruise Speed: 175 Knots
- Useful Load: 1100 Lbs
- Range: 800 Nautical Miles
- Rental Rate: $475 Per Hour
- Available Aircraft: 1 (N742LG)
Insurance Requirements: Private Pilot Certification with an Instrument Rating; 300 hours total flight time; 25 hours in type (SR22) plus completion of the following: the Cirrus SR22 Perspective Basic Transition Course, the Instrument Procedures Course, and the Icing Awareness Course online.
Piper Pilot 100i
Simplicity and value define the Pilot 100i. Your flight training business plan is easily achievable with this unrivaled primary training aircraft. The tried-and-true PA28 airframe and reliable Lycoming engine meet state-of-the-art Garmin G3X-Touch avionics for a trustworthy training aircraft that can be used to train all levels and all certificates. Make your financial targets with no compromises in capability, quality, safety or reliability – uniquely with the Pilot 100i.
- Engine: Lycoming 1O-360-4BA Flat-Rated Horsepower at 180hp
- Cruise Speed: 128 Knots
- Useful Load: 955 Pounds
- Range: 522 Nautical Miles
- Rental Rate: $209 Per Hour
- Available Aircraft: 2 (N409CC) (N616PC)
Insurance Requirements: Student Pilot Certificate under direct supervision or Private Pilot Certificate or higher; CCA approved instructor checkout of at least 1.0 hour flight and 1.0 hour ground instruction.
Cessna 172N Skyhawk
When a person pictures a small single engine airplane, the Cessna 172 is probably what comes to mind. The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a four-seat, single-engine, high wing aircraft that has been in production since 1955. Measured by its longevity and popularity, the Cessna 172 is the most successful general aviation aircraft in history. This is because The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a proven aircraft that is fun to fly, stable to train in, and reliable.
- Engine: Lycoming O-320-H2AD producing 160 HP @2700 RPM
- Cruise Speed: 110 Knots
- Useful Load: 825 Pounds
- Range: 450 Nautical Miles
- Rental Rate: $175 Per Hour
- Available Aircraft: 5 (N75746) (N739EU) (N75739) (N737LG) (N8173E)
Insurance Requirements: Student Pilot Certificate under direct supervision or Private Pilot Certificate or higher; CCA approved instructor checkout of both ground and flight.
Experience the New Cirrus Dual-Cockpit Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD)
Now available in the Capital City Aviation office, this cutting-edge flight simulator offers exceptional training opportunities for pilots at all levels.
- Instrument Students: Log up to 20 hours of training toward your instrument rating.
- Commercial Students: Log up to 40 hours of training toward your commercial certificate.
By incorporating simulator time into your training, you can save nearly $10,000 compared to traditional flight hours. Additionally, the AATD can be used to maintain instrument currency, providing a cost-effective way to sharpen your skills.
Rental Rate: $110 Per Hour
Take advantage of this advanced training tool today!
Gleim BATD Simulator
We now have a Gleim BATD simulator available for instrument instruction, procedures and currency. It is located five minutes from OSU Airport in a comfortable space at Switchbox, Inc. at 4500 Mobile Drive. This simulator will be rented at $60 / hour and dual only for the time being.
- Rental Rate: $60 Per Hour
