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Fleet & Rates

Fleet & Rates

Meticulously maintained aircraft for training and rental, maintained in-house by our own mechanics.

Trainer & rental

Cessna 172 Skyhawk

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is the cornerstone of the fleet and a favorite among pilots worldwide. As the most successful aircraft in aviation history, with over 43,000 built, the Skyhawk stands out for its unparalleled flying characteristics and reliability.

At LaValley Aviation, the Cessna 172 serves as an ideal training aircraft for our flight school students, offering exceptional stability, intuitive handling, and safety features. Whether you're a first-time student or a seasoned pilot looking to enhance your skills, the Skyhawk delivers an outstanding flying experience.

We also offer Cessna 172 rentals for licensed pilots. Perfect for leisure flights, cross-country trips, or staying current with your hours.

Rental: $165/hour. Flight instruction: $70/hour.

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Cessna 172 Skyhawks on the ramp
Cessna 172N N738TX on the ramp, side view

1978 Cessna 172N · N738TX

$165/hour. Trainer and rental aircraft.

  • 160 hp
  • Max cruise 122 KTAS
  • Max gross weight 2,300 lb
  • Range up to 485 nm
  • 4 seats
  • IFR certified
Cessna 172N N733LL on the ramp by the hangar

1977 Cessna 172N · N733LL

$165/hour. Trainer and rental aircraft.

  • 160 hp
  • Max cruise 122 KTAS
  • Max gross weight 2,300 lb
  • Range up to 485 nm
  • 4 seats
  • IFR certified
Cessna 172H N3740F parked by the hangar at sunset

1968 Cessna 172H · N3740F

$155/hour. Trainer and rental aircraft.

  • 145 hp
  • Max cruise 114 KIAS
  • Max gross weight 2,300 lb
  • Range up to 480 nm
  • 4 seats
  • VFR
Cessna 140 N2439V tailwheel aircraft on the ramp

Cessna 140 · N2439V

$145/hour. Tailwheel training aircraft, used for tailwheel endorsement training.

  • Tailwheel
  • Dual instruction only
  • Max cruise 108 KIAS
  • Max gross weight 1,450 lb
  • Range up to 440 nm
  • 2 seats
  • VFR
Cirrus SR22 N8138S on the ramp by the hangar

Cirrus SR22 · N8138S

$450/hour. High-performance, Technologically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) used for Cirrus transition training and high-performance endorsements.

  • TAA
  • High performance
  • IFR certified
  • Autopilot
  • Max cruise 180 KTAS
  • Max gross weight 3,400 lb
  • Range up to 700 nm
  • Whole-airframe parachute

Flight instruction: $70/hour. All rental rates are wet (fuel included) and billed on Hobbs time. Block hour discount available; ask us for details.
Students and renters are billed through Flight Schedule Pro. We accept cash, check, Apple Pay and all major credit cards. Gift cards available in any amount.

On the ramp & in the air

See the fleet

Glass cockpit of Cirrus SR22 N8138S in flight
N8138S panel
Cessna 172 Skyhawks on the ramp
In flight in Cirrus SR22 N8138S, N8138S placard on the panel
N8138S in flight
Cessna 172N N733LL on the ramp
N733LL
Cessna 172 on the taxiway
Cessna 172 on the ramp, nose-on
Four Cessna training aircraft lined up in the LaValley Aviation hangar beneath an American flag

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