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Episode #14a – Flying Clubs Explained

One of the best ways to decrease the cost of flying and increase your time in the air is to join a flying club. Recently I spoke with Todd Castro, former President of The Blue Sky Aviation Association, one of the most successful flying clubs in the United States.

Todd shared many aspects of starting and running a flying club. In this in depth interview you will learn:

  • Why you should consider joining a flying club.
  • Benefits other than flying you can expect.
  • Various legal structures.
  • Scheduling.
  • Dues.
  • Maintenance.
  • Insurance.
  • Unexpected Costs
  • Creatively Financing Aircraft
  • Interviewing Prospective Members.
  • Trouble Members
  • How Member Participation and Volunteerism Reduces Costs.
  • Accidents and Incidents.
  • Aircraft Storage.
  • How To Reduce Fuel Costs.
  • Resources For Forming A Flying Club.

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Video: The Human Jet

Ever wondered what it would feel like to fly? And I don’t mean as the pilot of an aircraft. You ARE the aircraft, flying like a bird, soaring through the sky.

In this video from TED you meet Yves Rossy, aka “The Jetman.” Yves flies as a human jet, strapping himself to a flying wing, including parachute, and jet engines, flying through the air. You’ll also learn how Yves controls the “aircraft” through specific body movements alone since their are no controllable flight surfaces.

Yves has also performed some record breaking flights as the human jet. Watch the video to learn more!

Special thanks to @Mike_Flys for sharing this video.

Clear Skies & Calm Winds,

Len Costa