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Western New York Flying Clubs

Flying clubs in western New York range from small clubs with one plane to larger groups that operate a fleet and training facilities. The clubs are not for profit, which allows them to provide reasonable rates to members. The clubs provide flight instruction, but membership is open to licensed pilots as well. Members pay rental fees in addition to dues.

East Hill Flying
- East Hill Flying is a nonprofit corporation that provides flight training and instruction for new pilots, as well as offering membership benefits for those who already know how to fly. The club owns seven airplanes that members can rent. All members who fly the club's planes are insured for $1 million. The club operates FAA sanctioned flight lessons and has a designated pilot examiner on staff. The club operates out of Tompkins County Airport in Ithaca, where it owns its own hangar, classroom and LaserGrade testing site.
  
  East Hill Flying
  
  Tompkins County Airport
  
  62 Brown Road
  
  Ithaca, NY 14850
  
  607-257-1313
  
  ehfc.net
Western New York Flying Club
- Western New York Flying Club, a nonprofit corporation, operates out of Buffalo Lancaster Airport. Members pay monthly fees and insurance costs. The club charges a one-time initiation fee, as well. The club owns four airplanes---three Pipers and a Cessna. Student pilots may join the club while acquiring their license.
  
  Western New York Flying Club
  
  5525 Shimerville Road
  
  Clarence, NY 14031
  
  716-867-4669
  
  wnyfc.com
Airedale Flying Club
- The Airedale Flying Club operates at Genesee County Airport near Rochester. The non-profit corporation owns three Cessna planes for member use. Members pay an initiation fee, a security bond and annual dues. Rates for aircraft rental are hourly.
  
  Airedale Flying Club
  
  P.O. Box 500
  
  Churchville, NY 14428
  
  585-227-4013
  
  home.roadrunner.com/~bwenzel/
Ace Flying Club of Endicott
- Ace Flying Club of Endicott operates out of Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott. The club owns one plane, which is available for rental by members. The club also offers flying lessons. Members pay an initiation fee and monthly dues. Airplane rental is charged by the tachometer hour.
  
  Ace Flying Club of Endicott
  
  P.O. Box 5718
  
  Endicott, NY 13763-5718
  
  aceflyingclub.com

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