We love pilots who are active fliers. We want our airplane flying a lot, and we encourage members to take advantage of its low operating costs on longer trips. The safest pilots, to our minds, are those that fly frequently.
Costs
- Join fee — $300, one time and up front
- Monthly dues — $150
- Hourly rate — $120 per hour, dry rate, on Hobbs time (fuel is not included)
The club is non-profit — the rate covers the airplane, not a margin. At $300, our join fee is the lowest of any traditional flying club in Arizona.
The Flying
Long-distance flying is strongly supported. Taking the Arrow away for a week is normal here rather than exceptional; club pilots regularly fly to Northern California, Nebraska, Kansas and Michigan. Trips into Mexico are permitted.
Many of our members also fly charitable missions for Pilots N Paws and Flights for Life, and the club actively encourages it.
Experience Required
A minimum of 100 hours pilot-in-command is required to join.
Checkout
How much dual you need depends on what you bring with you:
- Standard checkout — 10 hours dual and 15 landings
- 50+ hours complex time — 5 hours dual
- 10+ hours time in type — a checkout flight only
The club has CFI members who can carry out your checkout, so there is no need to go looking for an instructor who knows the airplane.
A Club You Take Part In
We are a friendly club, and a small one. Members are expected to participate in the decision-making — the club belongs to the people flying the airplane, and it is run that way. Meetings are monthly by Zoom, with in-person gatherings from time to time.
Openings: membership is capped at 15 pilots. We currently have two openings. Every applicant goes through a thorough review.
Come and Talk to Us
Our president, John C, is very happy to talk about the club at any time — there is no obligation and no sales pitch. Include your phone number when you write and he will give you a call.