Member Regulations

Members Only in San Carlos Flight Center (SCFC) Aircraft

Only SCFC members may operate our aircraft, except for demo flights with an SCFC instructor.
Only SCFC CFIs may give flight instruction in our aircraft.

Scheduling

Overnight flights require prior SCFC approval and may be subject to a minimum aircraft rental charge.
Aircraft not checked-out within 30 minutes of the start of the reservation time may be released to other members.
Members are asked to cancel reservations as soon as possible for the benefit of other members.

Checkouts

New SCFC members must obtain a New Member Checkout by an SCFC CFI, and must demonstrate an understanding of SCFC policies and procedures, San Carlos noise abatement procedures, and the SF Bay Area airspace and operating environment.
All members must obtain an Aircraft Type Checkout by demonstrating the knowledge and ability to operate the specific make/model of aircraft safely to the satisfaction of any SCFC CFI. The Aircraft Type Checkout will include a review of the aircraft systems, ground handling, and flight maneuvers for which the aircraft and pilot are certificated.
Mountain Checkouts are required before operating at any airport with an elevation of 3,000 feet MSL or greater, or over mountainous terrain of 8,000 feet MSL.
A G1000 Checkout and at least 5 logged hours of dual instruction in a G1000 aircraft are required before operating a SCFC aircraft equipped with G1000 avionics.

Recent Flight Experience

SCFC members must stay current by flying a SCFC aircraft at least once every 90 days, unless otherwise approved by SCFC.
Students flying solo must have flown with a SCFC CFI within the past 30 days.
Members are also strongly encouraged to do training with a SCFC CFI at least once every 6 months, either working on improving competency at the level of their existing certificate and ratings, or to add additional competency in new aircraft, or to obtain additional certificates and ratings.

Member Liability

The member that schedules and rents the aircraft is responsible for any damage to the aircraft that occurs during the flight.
Any un-squawked damage found prior to the next flight will be assumed to have occurred on the prior flight, and the prior renting member will be responsible for the costs.
Check Hobbs times prior to flight. If there’s a discrepancy, inform SCFC staff or a SCFC CFI.
Members must contact SCFC as soon as practical following any incidents or accidents.

Insurance

SCFC insurance provides $1,000,000 liability combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage for each occurrence, with sub-limit of $100,000 per person.
Pilot deductible is $1,000 (not-in-motion) and $1,500 (in-motion).
All members are encouraged to obtain Aircraft Renter’s Insurance at a level sufficient to cover the deductible. A good policy should cover you anywhere you fly and not be tied to a specific club. Ask at the front desk for SCFC’s recommended policy for Aircraft Renter’s Insurance.

Aircraft Care and Maintenance

Members must return the aircraft in as good or better condition than when they found it, including secured properly, control lock and pitot cover in place, and aircraft clean of trash or debris.
Oil should only be added in full quarts. Note any oil added on the flight dispatch sheet.
Members are advised to use caution when flying with pets aboard SCFC aircraft, as scratches and tears in the aircraft interior are expensive to repair and will be charged to the member. Aircraft cleaning associated with pets is likewise costly. Please exercise good decision making when choosing to bring your pet along.
If maintenance is required on an SCFC aircraft while on a flight away from San Carlos, members should receive authorization from SCFC prior to any work being performed.

Squawks

Members must report any item of airworthiness or aircraft condition to SCFC as soon as possible. The more information provided, the sooner the shortcoming can be addressed and the aircraft returned to service.
To protect themselves, all SCFC members are strongly encouraged to do full preflight and post-flight inspections, and let SCFC know of any found damage prior to flight.

Safe Operation

Use caution when starting or operating near people or other aircraft. Prop wash damage is the responsibility of the pilot.
Taxi slowly, especially in the parking area and around hangars.
Practice safe and courteous flying consistent with all airport, state, and federal aviation regulations.
Shut down on the taxiway centerline and use tow bar to push the plane back into the parking area.

Prohibited Operations

The following are prohibited in SCFC aircraft:

Termination

Safety is our first priority, and members found to be unable or unwilling to meet our safety standards may be terminated at any time.