AN AFFORADABLE Flying Club in Sandpoint, ID is fINALLY here
7B Flying Club, Inc.
AN AFFORADABLE Flying Club in Sandpoint, ID is fINALLY here
7B Flying Club, Inc.
Who we are
Flying in Sandpoint, ID couldn't be easier
We all wanted a flying club in Sandpoint. We also wanted to make flying reasonable and easy. So we formed The 7B Flying Club. Our local flying club based in Sandpoint, ID is a 501 (c) (7) non-profit formed in 2016 to promote camaraderie and social fellowship of the Club’s members through the operation of a private aircraft. Our goal is to advance the science of aeronautics, develop an interest in aviation amongst the community and to educate the community in safe flying practices.
Explore
Use the 7B Flying Club plane to explore Sandpoint, Spokane, Couer D' Alene, Priest Lake or other surrounding areas at your leisure.
Our Planes
The 7B Flying Club owns a 1972 Cessna 172-M. This plane has a 180hp conversion kit, a Horton Stol kit, fixed pitch prop, four seats, and fixed tricycle gear. This plane burns ~10 gal/hr.
Not shown is our Cessna 182-A. This newer addition to the Club has opened up possibilities for longer cross-country trips and overnight backcountry trips.
Membership details
How does it work?
We know that buying a plane is expensive. We also wanted a flying club in Sandpoint. So the 7B Flying Club was formed to make flying affordable, easy, and low maintenance. As a member, you will have full access to the plane and our online scheduling tool.
How much does it cost up front?
We made the initial Club fees as affordable as possible. We require a $250 non-refundable deposit, a $250 refundable security deposit, and a $79.50 monthly fee (includes tax). Total cost is $579.50 due after you've been voted in as a member. There is no upfront cost prior to membership approval.
How much does it cost per hour?
Keep in mind that rates may fluctuate with fuel prices, or other variables throughout the flying season. Our rate is currently set at ~$105 / hobbs-hour for the C172 and ~$140 / hobbs-hour for the C182 which will vary with fuel prices. Members pay for hours flown through Flight Circle.
What are the monthly dues?
The monthly dues are $79.50 (tax included).
Flight Instruction
Our goal is to make learning how to fly easy. Although we don't have any current CFI's, we can walk you through the process and find you an instructor. As a student member, you will have the same access as other members to the club plane. Most instructors in the area will gladly use the Club's plane to instruct.
How many members are in the Club?
We have set the limit to 30 members so we don't have to worry about scheduling conflicts.
Scheduling
Schedule your flight
Members use our online scheduling tool to make sure the plane is never double booked. Any scheduled maintenance will be booked accordingly as well. Scheduling your flight couldn't be easier.