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Two-place Aircraft

We have two single-engine, two-place planes we use for training in the private pilot course, and a taildragger for fun and skill building. For a check-out, please download check-out forms for each aircraft: C-152, C-172, Mooney and be prepared for a thorough discussion of systems and performance. We have manuals for each plane for sale at the club.

Plane	Photos	Notes
N25028 Cessna 152		Equipped with a Garmin 300 and Flip/Flop VOR Nav/Comm, and Mode C transponder. This is a nimble and fun flying machine. Cessna 152 Check-Out.
N6230Q Cessna 152		Equipped with a Garmin 250XL GPS and transponder with Mode C, 30Q can be flown into Class C airspace (e.g., airports like Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Albany, Columbus, OH, Portland, ME). Cessna 152 Check-Out.
N2576F Citabria 7ECA		A wonderfuly responsive taildragger that is soloed from the front seat. This plane will teach you "stick and rudder" skills. Available for tailwheel transition training around Ithaca and the required tailwheel endorsement. This plane is equipped with a Garmin 250XL GPS/NavComm and a new Garmin digital mode C transponder. See our tailwheel page for checklists and articles. Note: Instructors Jim Doane and David St. George are available for tailwheel instruction. A minimum of 10 hours training is required for solo privileges. Qualified pilots must fly every 30 days for currency!

Cessna 172P Skyhawk Four-place Planes

We also have three Cessna four-place planes, all of which are IFR-certified and have a Garmin GNS-430 (WAAS) GPS Nav/Comm with color moving map. All Skyhawk panels are identical for training convenience. In addition, each Skyhawk has newly reupholstered front seats and BAS overhead four-point restraint seatbelts for safety. All GPS data bases are updated on the internet every 28 days and IFR current. The club maintains 3 NACA terminal and enroute chart subscriptions for club member's usage.

Plane	Photos	Notes
N66230		160HP engine, IFR certified, Garmin 430 WAAS GPS, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, four place intercom, second NAV/COMM and Mode C transponder (Garmin GTX330/330D Mode S Transponder). WAAS capability includes terrain mapping and alerts. Cessna 172 Check-Out.
N53045		160HP engine, IFR certified, Garmin 430 GPS, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, four place intercom, second NAV/COMM and Mode C transponder. WAAS capability includes terrain mapping and alerts. Cessna 172 Check-Out.
N97266		160HP engine, IFR certified, Aspen EFIS Panel, Garmin 430 GPS, extended range fuel tanks (50 gallons usable). The second photo shows the WAAS Garmin GPS used in all three Skyhawks. Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, four place intercom, second NAV/COMM and Mode C transponder. WAAS capability includes terrain mapping and alerts. This plane also has a Sigma Tec 2 axis autopilot with heading bug and tracking capability. GPS steering can couple approaches on the Aspen panel.

Mooney 201: Bigger and Better

The 200 horsepower Mooney is a "complex" plane (flaps, variable pitch prop, and retractable landing gear). This makes it suitable for certification of pilots in complex planes as well as the commercial pilot's license. With a true airspeed in excess of 150 kts and loaded with new avionics, it's also great for trips.

Plane	Photos	Notes
N747CF		Complex, 200HP engine, IFR certified, Garmin GNS-430 GPS Nav/Comm, 2-axis Century II autopilot, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, four place intercom, second King NAV/COMM with glide slope. In addition to WAAS capability with terrain mapping, this plane has Traffic Information Service (essentially TCAS) from the mode S transponder (Garmin GTX330/330D Mode S Transponder). Mooney Checkout Form.

Beechcraft Duchess BE-76: Multi-engine trainer

The Beechcraft Duchess BE-76 is our multi-engine training plane, available by reservation or every couple of months for rental. This superb twin has numbers similar to the Mooney and is an excellent "next step" for the aspiring professional pilot. Average time training to complete a multi-engine with instrument privileges is 15 hours for a current Mooney pilot.

Plane	Photos	Notes
N6627X		Dual alternators and vacuum pumps, (dual engines!) Features slaved HSI and King IFR 89B GPS. An excellent twin trainer, this plane has unfeathering accumulators and brand new props. Unlike many "bargain twins" this plane enjoys meticulous maintenance. Multi-engine page.

Precision Flight 135 PCATD (simulator)

Come try our new "computerized flight training device" (that would be a "simulator" in English), running the Elite software Version 7. This unit is manufactured by Precise Flight Controls. This sturdy unit has single and twin functions with full yoke, rudder, and digital avionics panel. The separate CFI console allows discrete settings for wind, weather and failure modes.... definite trouble! The computer tracks and replays your flight if desired. The radios emulate standard King avionics with normal tune/ID features. This now has the approvals under AC 61-126 for all part 61 and 141 flight training. Pilots training or regaining proficiency can log approaches and hours on this machine. The versatility of this device is truly amazing.

Plane	Photos	Notes
PCATD		PC based simulator. Wonderful for initial and recurrent training on all the navigational systems. If you get confused, we can freeze and replay your flight. An instructor can start or reposition your aircraft at any airport in the US and vary the wind, turbulence and clouds. Watch out for mechanical and wx surprises!

Rental rates for these planes are on our rental rates page.