GFPA - Greater Flint Pilots Association

The Greater Flint Pilots Association is a nonprofit flying club based at Bishop International Airport in Flint, Michigan. The organization was incorporated on March 19, 1975. It operates as a member based flying club using an equity share model where members are fractional owners of the aircraft fleet. The club is dedicated to the safety and advancement of aviation.

The club fleet includes four aircraft. These are a 2000 Cessna Skyhawk 172SP, a 2001 Cessna Skylane 182T, a 1997 Piper Archer III, and a 1983 Cessna Skylane 182RG. All planes are hangared at Bishop International Airport. Each aircraft has an IFR certified GPS and is IFR capable. The 2001 Cessna Skylane features a new engine, new leather, new panel, and new paint. Members have the authority to ground any aircraft if they feel there is a safety concern.

Members can reserve airplanes through an online scheduling system at any hour. The club charges rates by tach hour on a wet basis. Hourly rates include a base rate plus a fuel surcharge based on the average fuel cost at the KFNT self service pump from the prior month. The club reports 4,743 hours flown and 525,542 miles traveled by members.

The club has certified flight instructors who are members and teach on a part time basis. They are available to help members with airplane checkouts, currency, flight reviews, IFR training, commercial pilot training, and flight instructor training. Many members pursue advanced ratings. New members who hold a private pilot certificate must complete a minimum checkout ride of 1.5 hours with an approved club instructor on each aircraft they desire to fly.

The club offers membership with an equity share and monthly dues. New members may choose a deferred payment option to pay their equity in installments over the first year. The deferred plan starts with an initial payment of $1,750 followed by twelve monthly payments of $145.83. The club provides hangars, tugs, and various equipment for member use. It holds regular safety meetings to promote safe flying practices.

Services

• Aircraft checkout
• Currency training
• Flight reviews
• IFR training
• Commercial pilot training
• CFI training
• Online scheduling
• Safety meetings