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About
At its heart, Green Castle is a community of aviation enthusiasts who enjoy sharing the love of flight, swapping stories, and keeping general aviation alive and strong! This is a unique club, with a deep, rich history and an even deeper breadth of experience and character in its members. Explore the pages of our website to get to know us a little better. Then come out and see us! Must be an member to rent or train in Club aircraft or simulator (AATD). Contact Airport Manager, Dean Beranek (319)545-2101 for use of the airport or to purchase fuel/oil.
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-arrow (Arrow), Cessna 172K (Skyhawk), Cessna 172E (Skyhawk), and Aeronca Chief tailwheel. Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
Yes, Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd has the following flight training device: unknown GC AATD AATD (AATD). Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Green Castle Aero Club, Ltd does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.