Aircraft

We have two aircraft at Alouette, and both are Cessna 172 type as from August 2019. The aircraft are maintained to a very high standard and the hire rates are the most competitive in the South East.

Cessna 172 G-BBJZ

Cessna 172 G-ICOM

Calculating the true cost

The actual cost for the aircraft is: £195.00 per tacho hour (including fuel, etc) + £35.00 for each touch and go + £45.00 for a full stop landing at Biggin Hill.

Of course landings at other locations have to be settled with the local airfield.

Instruction is charged at £36.00 per hour, from brakes off to brakes on. Flown properly and safely, the tacho time moves slower than 'real' time.

Flying membership is currently £230.00 per year. All prices include VAT where appropriate. These prices are current as of April 2018, but may be varied at any time. Check in the clubhouse for the latest figures.

For new members only, we operate a graduated fee scheme based on the month in which you join. For instance if you join in April, the full £230.00 will be payable but if you join in October, this will be reduced to £115.00.