What a year!

2024 has been an interesting year. We started the year with two DA20s in our fleet. In April, N989PA rejoined us after being out of commission for six months during extensive repairs. In July, we began leasing N227NH, and put it in service at the beginning of August. Our flight schedule was pretty much full before we put it in service, but as soon as we did, the schedule filled up again. There are plenty of folks out there wanting to learn to fly! Now, with four DA20s, we can train a lot of you. We still have our Arrow III, which we use for complex endorsements and some of our instrument training, but the DA 20 contiues to prove to be a reliable, inexpensive trainer. Unfortunately, due to rising costs, mainly for maintenance, we  have been forced to raise prices in 2025. Aircraft rental rates have gone to $145.00/hr for the DA20, and $195.00/hr for the Arrow. Instructor rates have also been raised to $50.00/hr for all but CFI training, which has been raised to $65.00/hr. We hate the thought of increased prices, but it is a necessity at this time. We still think you will not find a better bargain for the quality training you will receive at Phoenix.  All of our aircraft are equipped with Garmin panels, including dual G5 EFIS equipment and ADS-B out-capable transponders., as well as USB ports for charging electronic flight pads. We are looking into the possibility of further panel upgrades this year, so stay tuned for more information on that in the coming months. We appreciate all of our students and renters, and we wish all of you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, or whatever holiday you celebrate at this time of year, as well as happy and prosperous New Year!