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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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ABOUT US
The Scott Aero Club is located on Scott Air Base near Belleville, Illinois. We serve the military, civilian, and contactor community on Scott. We provide flight instruction, introductory flights, FAA written test capabilities, and we also have a Designated Pilot Examiner locally who is certified to give Private Pilot check rides. Private Pilot Ground School classes are held at the aero club or the local Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC).
We also offer flight accessories and optional training aids for sale; please check with us on pricing and availability.
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Have you always wanted to fly an airplane?
We have a complete training program including Certified Flight Instructors and a fleet of rental aircraft.
Have lots of questions about flying?
Review our Student Information Guide.
Still have questions or ready to get started?
Call the number at the top of this page or email the Aero Club Manager to setup a date/time for an introductory flight and obtain the necessary documents.
AERO CLUB CLASSES
Check out our upcoming classes; they are a good way to enhance your flying knowledge. All classes are listed on our Training Page.
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Miscellaneous Activities:
Safety Seminar May 2009
Lunch at Lambert’s TBD
Kentucky Dam trip TBD
Oshkosh EAA Fly-in TBD
Lunch at Lambert’s TBD
Safety Meetings:
8 November 2008
13 December 2008
10 January 2009
21 February 2009
14 March 2009
11 April 2009
9 May 2009
13 June 2009
11 July 2009
8 August 2009
12 September2009
17 October 2009
21 November 2009
12 December 2009
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FEES & CHARGES
Membership fees: View the Join page for membership information
Aircraft Rental: View the Aircraft page for rental information
Flight Instruction: $40/Hr
Simulator: $20/Hr, plus $40/Hr for Instructor
Introductory Flight: Starting at $65
These flights are designed to get you flying. You will receive a briefing from one of our Certified Flight Instructors, then head out to the aircraft. Once there preflight the aircraft, taxi to the runway, and begin your first flight. Don't worry, the instructor will help you through this challenging but exciting experience. Very few people ever forget the first time they take control of an aircraft. Call and schedule your memory today.
The Scott Aero Club has 30 minute introductory flights available for $65 per person. For youth who request to have a parent fly with them, there will be an additional charge of $20. To upgrade the introductory flight to an Adventure Flight the fee will increase to $99 and include a logbook and a free 6 month subscription to Flight Training Magazine. Stop by the Aero Club today or call 256-2170 for additional information.
New online sign-up: Click Here
Private Pilot Ground School:
Ground school classes are provided by Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC). Tuition assistance is available for Active Duty personnel; contact SWIC or the Base Education Center for more information. The private pilots kit (includes books, flight computer, ploter, bag, etc) for the class is $286.95. This kit includes all reference and study materials required for training.
FAA Written Exams: $90, $80 if active duty or AOPA member
We utilize the CATS testing service to offer FAA exams. The test is completed online which provides for instantaneous results. We cannot accept walk-ins, call for a test appointment.
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