$150
Discovery Flight
A 30-minute intro flight with an instructor for brand-new pilots, gift flights, and anyone comparing flight schools.
Best first step if you want to see whether flying and Pilot Rise are a good fit before starting lessons.
Book Flight in DFWSchedule a Discovery Flight
Book Flight online for a $150 Discovery Flight in Dallas-Fort Worth, or use this page to request a lesson or checkout flight. Choose your location, then our team will confirm aircraft fit, timing, and availability before you fly.
Beyond FAA MinimumsPersonalized Training
Flexible SchedulingFinancing Available
Book Flight Options
Choose the Book Flight option that fits your next step.
Use this Book Flight page to start with a Discovery Flight, book a regular lesson, or schedule a checkout flight. Aircraft selection can be handled during booking.
Book Flight
Pay as you go
Lesson
For students ready to start training with a full first lesson instead of a shorter intro flight.
Your instructor will cover the basics, help you get oriented, and set up the next training step.
For current pilots
Checkout Flight
For certificated pilots who need a rental checkout, proficiency flight, or time-building option.
Aircraft selection, location, availability, and fit can be handled during scheduling.
Book Flight Aircraft
Compare the aircraft for your Book Flight.
Both are proven trainers. The right Book Flight option depends on comfort, useful load, availability, and budget.
Cessna 150 Discovery Flight
Our most affordable discovery flight option and a simple two-seat trainer.
A good fit for students who want the lowest-cost intro flight and a compact trainer experience.
Weight limit: the Cessna 150 is limited to 190 pounds.
Good fit if you want
- Lowest intro-flight price
- Simple trainer feel
- Compact two-seat cockpit
Discovery Flight$130
Book FlightCessna 172 Discovery Flight
A roomier four-seat trainer used throughout private pilot training.
Often the better fit for taller or heavier students, passengers, or useful-load flexibility.
Good fit if you want
- More cabin room
- More payload flexibility
- Common private-pilot trainer
Discovery Flight$150
Book FlightNeed Help Before You Book Flight Time?
Give us a call or text at 817-755-5652.
If you want to book flight time but are not sure whether a discovery flight, Lesson 1, or checkout flight is the right fit, ask us first.
We will be happy to answer any questions before you schedule.
817-755-5652Discovery Flight: 30m intro flight with an instructor. Learn basics and ask questions. $150.
Lesson: Start training with a full first lesson in a C150 or C172.
Checkout Flight: Standard checkout flight for qualified pilots who want to rent or time build.
Locations: Dallas Executive in Dallas, TX and Hicks Airfield in Fort Worth, TX.
Book Flight: How It Works
Book Flight in 3 simple steps.
Choose Flight Type
Pick Discovery Flight, Lesson, or Checkout Flight based on what you want to do next.
Submit Your Request
Send your contact info and preferred location. No card is needed to request a flight time.
Confirm Details
Our team confirms timing, aircraft fit, weather considerations, and arrival details before you fly.
Student Stories
What DFW Pilots Say About Us
Real words from real student pilots who chose Pilot Rise Flight School for their Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial, and CFI training in Dallas-Fort Worth.
I wouldn't be an airline pilot without this flight school. I did my private, instrument, and commercial with Pilot Rise. I wish I would've found them sooner. Could've saved me a lot of headaches, money, and restarts.
I've had a really great experience at this flight school. Everyone is friendly, professional, and always willing to help. Huge shoutout to Anthony Balaity, he's an awesome instructor who's patient, explains everything clearly, and makes learning to teach and fly feel a lot less intimidating.
I highly recommend Pilot Rise. Jordan Connors is an amazing instructor. He explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and grasp. Every lesson is filled valuable information and is a great experience.
Great school. Great instructors. Good safe aircraft. I finished up PPL with Carson, he is very knowledgeable. All the other instructors there have been very helpful and made it fun! I highly recommend this flight school.
All of the instructors make sure you as a student are learning and retaining the knowledge necessary to safely fly a plane and by doing so, you are well prepared to complete your FAA check ride.
Pilot rise is a great place for your aviation training! They are very flexible, knowledgeable, and professional.
I highly recommend Pilot Rise as a flight school! Their facilities, well-maintained aircraft, and supportive staff created an excellent environment for learning. From the start, I felt confident I was in good hands.
Amazing Flight School! I recently completed my CFI certification through Pilot Rise! The Aircraft are very well kept. Maintenance is always addressed promptly and completed in a timely manner.