Salem Pilots Association
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About
A Flying Club based at McNary Field in Salem, Oregon (SLE) The oldest continuously operating flying club west of the Mississippi, SPA was formed in 1952 by 4 charter members who purchased a Cessna 140. Today, there are 30 members, and the club operates a Cessna 172 and a Grumman Tiger. The club's hanger has been modernized and includes a pilot lounge/meeting space. Members are able to schedule use of the aircraft via a web-based scheduling system (Aircraftclubs.com). Our web site is salempilots.org
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Salem Pilots Association has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Salem Pilots Association 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, Salem Pilots Association 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.
Salem Pilots Association's fleet details are not in our database. Contact the school directly to ask which aircraft they use for training.
No flight simulators are listed for Salem Pilots Association. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Salem Pilots Association does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.