News!
FAA TV
Yes, the FAA has a "TV" channel on the Internet where they post videos on a number of useful topics, from fatigue to Nextgen. One set that was just released was the scenario videos from the 2012 FAASTeam Safety Standdown last month. If you missed it, or want to review them, you'll find links on our Multimedia Resources page!
Keep 'Em Flying Challenge
AOPA (and the rest of us) want you to actually get out and fly this spring! They've created the Keep 'Em Flying Challenge, and if you participate, you have the opportunity to win up to $2,499! See the rules at AOPA Keep 'Em Flying Challenge! Note that if you are flying with a CFI, "the flight will be creditable to both the instructor and the student!"
NATO Conference May 19 - 21
The weekend of May 19 - 21 will be the NATO Conference in Chicago. While there will be a TFR in place over the airport, It's perfectly flyable, as long as you follow the published procedures! File a flight plan, either VFR or IFR, and activate and get a squawk code before you leave the ground at Clow! If you're at all uncertain on how to do it, just see an instructor. They'll be happy to help! Isn't it nice having this top-notch flight school so handy?
2012 Flyout and Dinner Event Lists Posted
We've posted the Dinner Flyout List! The next flight will be June 16, heading north to Friar Tuck's in Oshkosh (KOSH). You'll get a chance to fly the AirVenture NOTAM (1.9MB PDF) before it actually starts! The Flyout Event List is also posted, featuring favorites like AirVenture, Mackinac Island, and the Bahamas! Please participate in the conversation on the Flyouts mailing list to share some of your favorite destinations.
New Practical Test Standards Coming
In June, the new Pilot Practical Test Standards become effective for both Private and Commercial applicants. If you take your checkride before June, you will use the current standards. After that date, you will be tested to the new standards! You can view both the old and new standards at the FAA website. And don't forget, The Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport is now able to provide the FAA knowledge exams right here in Hangar One!
Helicopters Around Chicago
Interested in helicopters? See Chicago like you've never seen it before. Shoreline flights starting at $240.00 and will last approximately 40 minutes. Or experience the thrill of rotor flight and take the first step to becoming a helicopter pilot on an introductory ride for $99.00; a short local flight where you get to take the controls of the helicopter! For more information on tours, an introductory ride, or to book your flight please contact the front desk at (630) 759-1555.
First Flight and Gift Certificates
A & M offers both Familiarization or Introductory Flights, where we take you up in an aircraft for the first time to show you what it's like with you at the controls, and Sightseeing Flights, where we'll fly you around the area showing you how wonderful it looks from the air! No need to imagine a nice evening flight watching the sunset, or a view of the Chicago skyline from the sky; you can experience them yourself.
And this makes a perfect gift for that special someone, too, full of challenge, wonder, and adventure! Perfect for the a birthday, holiday, or anytime! Just call us or stop in for more information!
Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
We offer a full-service FBO with some of the best prices in the Chicago area.
Our services include:
- Phillips 66 Aviation Fuel (100LL and Jet-A with or without Prist)
- Courtesy car
- Pilot chart and equipment sales
- Weather & Wireless Internet
- Aircraft tiedowns and hangar space
Flight Instruction
Our FAA certified ground and flight instructors can help guide you through the challenges and opportunities
in getting your airplane or helicopter pilot certificate, and can help you hone your skills through advanced and proficiency training. You can be a pilot! We offer introductory flights and gift certificates, so
if you or a loved one is interested in getting started, stop on by!
Flying Club & Aircraft Rental
Unless you own your own plane, you'll probably need to rent one. We have a flight club that gives preferential rental rates, and also has periodic activities to keep you flying and having fun. Find out more about the cost savings, and see pictures from some of the trips we've taken across the country and in your own backyard.
Charter Flights
Sometimes you aren't interested in flying somewhere yourself, but want to take from one to six people quickly and efficiently, without a long drive or the interminable wait at the larger airports. A&M Aviation is affiliated with Better Living Aviation to help take care of these needs with our air taxi service.
Airplane and Helicopter Fleets
For both flight training and subsequent rental, we offer a varied fleet of aircraft from a variety of manufacturers. Whether you're looking for a classic light-sport tail-dragger or a serious twin, we have a plane for you. And for those who wish the freedom to go anywhere without even needing a runway, we have a helicopter, which can land almost anywhere!
