Thursday, June 23, 2011

Redbird Simulator here soon!

We have ordered a Redbird Simulator! This FAA AATD simulator has two avionics configurations - one as a Cessna 182 G1000 with the GFC700 Auto Pilot and the other a Cessna 172 with traditional instruments and a Garmin 430/530. The hourly rental rate will be $65 per hour solo retail, $55 per hour solo for Club Members and $50 per hour when paired with a CIA instructor (instructor time not included). We will be offering this simulator with a CIA instructor for a limited time at $99 per hour as an introductory special! For more information please contact Sarah Oberman at (805) 987-1301 x 126 or sarah@flycia.com.

USA Today Article on Pilot Shortages

Now is the time to consider a career as a Professional Pilot. To learn more about the forecasted shortage, please read USA Today's Article titled "Demand for pilots set to roar" by clicking on this link http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/travel/2011-06-17-pilot-hiring-boom_n.htm.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Poker Run & BBQ will be rescheduled

Due to weather, we will be rescheduling the Poker Run Fly-in & BBQ. If you have any questions please call Alice Vonch at (805) 987-1301 x 148. Happy Father's Day!

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Red Bird Simulator Survey

We are evaluating purchasing a Red Bird Simulator. Please take a moment and help us with our research by taking this short survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YL28TDS. Thank you!

Porterville Air Show

Channel Islands Aviation will have a new 2011 T182T Skylane on display at the Porterville Air Show this Saturday, June 11th. Please stop by between 8:00am and 4:00pm to take a look at this beautiful airplane.