8-Ball Flying Club

N8034Z - Piper Saratoga

The club presently owns and operates a 2000 Cessna 182 , a 1978 Cessna 172, a 2002 Cessna 172SP, and a six seat 1982 Piper Saratoga all of which are IFR equipped. All aircraft are parked on the west side of Van Nuys Airport next to one another and are conveniently located at mid-field.

Flying time is measured on the tachometer as opposed to the Hobbs meter. This results in attractive rates -- especially for training and instrument flying, where takeoff delays are common.

Currently each aircraft operates about 250 hours per year and aircraft availability is excellent. Scheduling is done online.

The club has recently completed an expansion and memberships are currently available. If you are interested in joining contact us.

Buy-in to the club is $3500. Monthly dues of $140 cover fixed costs of insurance (liability and hull), tie downs, and taxes. An equity share provides full access to all club aircraft. Upon leaving the club, members are responsible for the disposition of their shares.

Club assets, including both aircraft and cash reserves, are currently in excess of $100,000.00. We find ourselves in particularly good condition as a result of recent aircraft upgrades and the acquisition two new aircraft.

In addition to financial benefits, club membership brings with it the camaraderie of a group of dedicated, safety conscious pilots. Training is available from a club associated flight instructor, who conducts required checkouts for new members. Instruction for all skill levels is available.

Each member is expected to donate 8 hours annually to maintenance; this enhances flying safety by allowing members to become more familiar with the aircraft and their systems.

We meet on the second Tuesday of each month and extend a cordial invitation to you to attend. For additional information contact us.