If you live in the Tampa Bay area including Brandon, Lakeland, Valrico, Plant City, etc., and if you are interested in learning to pilot an airplane, you?ve come to the right place. Plant City Airport is a great flight school choice! The Private Pilot Certificate (PPL) is like your Driver?s license. As a private pilot you can fly an airplane and carry passengers (friends, family, co-workers, etc) but not for compensation or hire. However, you can share the operating expenses with your passengers. The private pilot certificate is the first step for those interested in a career in aviation. This extensive training program will give students a solid foundation in aerodynamics, meteorology, and hands-on flight experience. Try your first flight lesson and we will only charge you $49! We also have plane rental and hangar rental available. Maintenance and service for most planes is also available.