8-Ball Flying Club

Q: How much do the aircraft cost to fly?

A. Please see our aircraft pages for the latest wet* rates.  Our rates are measured by the tachometer and include a fuel surcharge that fluctuates based on current fuel prices - rates can and do vary. We're a non-profit organization which means we put the aircraft on the line for what it costs to operate them, period.  We challange you to find better rates for comperable aircraft ANYWHERE.

Q: Does the club provide insurance?

A: Yes. Every member is a named insured. Each aircraft is insured to its hull value with $1,000,000 liability.  It's recommended that members carry renter's insurance to cover the first $5,000 of damage.

A. The club is currently full but there may be memberships for sale. If you are interested in joining contact us.

A: There are currently 65 members.  The club strives to maintain an ideal pilot to aircraft ratio based on historical availability.

Q: How much does it cost to join?

A: Members are free to dispose of their shares as they see fit and the price is negotiable. Existing memberships have recently been going for between $3500 and $4000.

Q: Are there monthly dues?

A: Yes. $140 per month cover the costs of owning all the airplanes.

Q: Does the club have an affiliated flight instructor available for training?

A: As a matter of fact, we do.

Q: I'm working with a great instructor.  Does my CFI have to be a member in order to train me in 8-Ball aircraft?

A: As long as your instructor completes a check out with the club you may receive instruction from a non-member CFI.

Q: Where are the aircraft located?

A: All planes are tied down next to one another just north of the control tower on the west side of Van Nuys Airport. There is a restroom at the parking area.

 *wet rates include fuel as opposed to dry rates which do not