SERVING SOUTHCENTRAL WASHINGTON SINCE 2008
WestWind Aviation Services, LLC
Prosser Airport
15 W Nunn Road
Prosser, WA 99350
ph: 509-391-0766
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Thinking about learning how to fly, or having an airplane available for personal or business use? Think FLYING CLUB!
When people are considering aircraft ownership or flight training, one option is sometimes overlooked—the flying club. It can be a great way to participate in aviation, with some valuable benefits:
While clubs come in different shapes and sizes, the basic concept is the same - to make flying more affordable by sharing aircraft ownership costs. Most clubs are run as a nonprofit group with a high priority on keeping costs down for members.
Many flying clubs operate multiple aircraft, providing a choice that can be matched to your flying needs, interests and budget. Aircraft will typically be clean and well-maintained, and can range from popular, safe, entry-level types like the Cessna 172 or Piper Cherokee through to advanced planes with modern glass panel avionics.
Phone and web-based scheduling systems make it very easy to reserve an airplane when you want it. Most clubs keep a watchful eye on their airplane-to-member ratio so that airplanes aren’t hard to book, and club rules usually allow for overnight trips or longer.
One of the best parts of a flying club is the friendly interaction that develops through club social activities. Whether at a fly-in or a fly-out to another airport, or simply sharing “hangar flying” stories, you’ll find friendship and cama-raderie amongst like-minded people.
The majority of flying clubs allow flight training to take place in their aircraft. Instructors are often experienced club members with a strong level of commitment to high quality training. The club may also have special resources for students, like flight simulators, ground schools, infor-mation libraries and other training aids.
Call me for more information on this option.
For more information on flying clubs go to:
http://www.aopa.org/letsgoflying/ready/time/clubs.html
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WestWind Aviation Services, LLC
Prosser Airport
15 W Nunn Road
Prosser, WA 99350
ph: 509-391-0766
rj