Synergy Flight Center

Description

Synergy Flight Center in Bloomington is a modern, full-service FBO and flight training center affiliated with Cirrus, offering a comprehensive range of flight instruction from discovery flights through advanced ratings. With a mission built on customer trust, transparency, and professionalism, they provide state-of-the-art equipment, comfortable facilities, and a personalized approach for both recreational and career-minded pilots.

Their training is structured around flexibility and efficiency, combining online and in-person ground training, full-motion simulator hours, and Cirrus aircraft rentals. Courses are designed to get you airborne swiftly and safely, with accelerated options available based on student commitment. Synergy also supports aircraft owners and operators through maintenance, avionics upgrades, charter services, and concierge amenities.

Fleet Details:
• Cirrus SR20 G6 planes (including 2019–2021 models)
• Cirrus SR22
• Full-motion simulator (RealSim AATD)

Program Structure:
• Ground training delivered online and in-person
• Full-motion simulator sessions supplement in-air training
• Program duration: Approx. 3+ months for Private Pilot (with 3 lessons/week); flexible schedules available

Tuition and Fees:
• Estimated Private Pilot cost: ~$20,250

• Aircraft rental (40 hr): $14,400

• Instruction (30 hr): $3,750

• Simulator (5 hr): $1,100

• FAA written/testing/medical: $2,100
  • Simulator rental: $75–95/hr + $125/hr instructor
  • Instruction: $105–125/hr
  • Cirrus rental: $288–500/hr
  • Discovery Flight: $395 for a 45-minute SR20 experience

Certification Type:
FAA Part 61

Unique Features:
• Cirrus-authorized training center with Cirrus Approach platform
• Full-motion simulator use included
• Concierge services (ground transportation, catering, hotel recommendations)
• Part 145 FAA-certified maintenance/avionics repair (Garmin, Cirrus, Diamond, TBM, Epic jets)
• Hangar leasing (short & long-term, climate-controlled)
• Private charter services
• Gift certificates available (discovery flights, Cirrus experiences)