1) Program Payments | Contribution

Tier 1 : Ages 8-12
1st & 3rd Saturday in person Ground School/VR, Flight Time and Complimentary Lunches
Log book included

Tier 2 : Ages 13-17
Includes everything from Tier 1 as well as additional preparation and an instructor endorsement to complete the Private Pilot License Written Exam
Log book included

8 Week Private Pilot Summer Camp
(Full Scholarship generously funded by private and corporate donations)
At 17 years old, all students who have passed their Private Pilot License written exam can apply to participate in an 8 week bootcamp over summer break to complete the requirements to fly solo, complete remaining flight hour requirements, and take their oral and practical exam in order to complete their Private Pilot License. Only our most motivated students will be accepted into this program and the training is full time.

*Students who are not accepted to participate in this program may choose to continue the Saturday classes under an extended Tier 3 enrollment, or have the option to begin paying for one-on-one lessons with a dedicated instructor and discounted aircraft rentals through our Aero Club to work through their Private Pilot's License at their own pace.

Tier 3 : Ages 17+
Students who have not completed their PPL can extend their enrollment and continue Saturday classes. They are encouraged to reapply to the Private Pilot Summer Camp the following year.

Alumni
Trade for volunteer time. After our students begin working, they are considered Alumni. This includes any students placed in corporate accelerator training programs or working and building time as CFIs. Alumni can avoid their annual fees by returning to Fly Compton as volunteers and mentors to the groups of students following in their footsteps. Benefits include invitations to social and industry networking events and fundraising galas.

Attendance, Grades, & Behavior

Attendance

Every student must wear their Logo T Shirt to every scheduled class and event. 

Students must bring course materials to class, and be prepared to take notes and learn.

The Attendance Policy will allot two (2) full absences per semester for all students.

Once full absences meet the threshold, students may be dismissed from the program. Excused absences will be considered and verified.

Tardies beyond Fifteen (15) minutes will be counted as an absence. Two (2) tardies = One (1) absence. Excused tardies may be considered and verified.

Students arriving Sixteen (16) minutes late will not be able to attend class and will be considered absent.  

Behavior

FCF will not tolerate behavior issues that prevents ultimate safety. Any behavioral circumstances that may arise that require discipline, will be dealt with on an individual basis. Disciplinary actions includes a written warning, and can lead to dismissal from program.

Behavior encompasses Zoom and Airport behavior. 

Parent Participation | Volunteering

Parent participation through program volunteering is a cost-efficient way to enhance our aviation programs. We utilize parents' time and skills during our weekly classes, which can reduce the need for hiring additional staff or outsourcing tasks. This, in turn, has proven to improve our program's quality, while keeping expenses under control.

Volunteer Positions are available for RSVP. All RSVP are due every Wednesday prior to class. Upon completed registration, more details will be provided.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY READ BEFORE SIGNING

In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in FCF Programs, related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

1) Injury Risk

The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and

2) Assuming Risk

I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,

3) Comply with Conditions

I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and,

4) Negligence

I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS FCAEF, their directors, officers, officials, agents, volunteers and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable,   owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

5) Photo Release

I hereby grant FCF permission to use my likeness and my child's likeness in a photograph, video, or other digital media (“photo”) in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration.
I understand and agree that all photos will become the property of FCF and will not be returned.
I hereby irrevocably authorize FCF to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.
I hereby hold harmless, release, and forever discharge FCF from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE PHIOTO RELEASE. I AFFIRM THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE, OR, IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, I HAVE OBTAINED THE REQUIRED CONSENT OF MY PARENTS/ GUARDIANS AS EVIDENCED BY THEIR SIGNATURES BELOW. I ACCEPT:

6) COVID-19 RELEASE

By attending this event you recognize you may come into contact with someone who has COVID-19 and YOU MAY CONTRACT THE VIRUS yourself. You also agree that you hold FCF, it's staff and volunteers HARMLESS if you contract COVID-19 or any other disease while attending this event.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE RELEASE OF LIABILITY.

BY CHECKING THIS BOX and typing my name as my signature, I AGREE THAT I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.
I will not, at any future time, claim that my electronic signature is not legally binding or enforceable.

By electronically typing, as my signature, and submitting this agreement, I 1) acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the terms of the agreement; 2) voluntarily agree to be bound by this agreement; and 3) certify that I am 18 years of age or older OR, IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, I HAVE OBTAINED THE REQUIRED CONSENT OF MY PARENTS/ GUARDIANS AS EVIDENCED BY THEIR SIGNATURES BELOW.

My signature applies to all pages of this contract.

7) Confirm Reading of Release

I understand that if I wish to sign a hard copy of this agreement instead of an electronic version, I must contact the party that requires my signature on this agreement directly.

Student Plane Rental Agreement

As a student pilot of FCF who obtains flight instruction, the student pilot is considered a renter and must fill out the following rental agreement.

The Pilot and/or Student Information Form

The Pilot and/or Student Information form, the Aircraft Rental Agreement, and the Covenant Not to Sue, Assumption of Risk, and Release of Liability Agreement are collectively referred to herein as the AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”). The AGREEMENT is made on the date populated on this completed form by and between Fly Compton Aero Club, LLC (referred to herein as “FCAC”) whose address is: 101 S. Willowbrook Ave St. 652 Compton, CA 90220 and the Student Pilot (address in profile), and/or Renter (referred to herein as “Pilot”)

This AGREEMENT provides information to all individuals renting aircraft from FCAC and governs the rental of aircraft and rendering of other services by FCAC to Pilot. In consideration
of the mutual covenants contained herein and other valuable consideration, the FCAC and Pilot
hereby agree as follows: 

I. Insurance. Current information regarding FCAC’s insurance may be obtained through any officer of FCAC.
a) Aircraft. In order to meet FCAC’s insurance obligations, certain types of aircraft will require check out procedures. These checkouts must be conducted by an approved FCAC
flight instructor. 

b) Damage. The Pilot agrees to pay for any damage to the aircraft as a result of Pilot’s use of
the aircraft that is not covered by insurance. It is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to ensure
proper treatment and handling of the aircraft and/or equipment, which is being rented to
the Pilot. 

c) Deductible. FCAC's insurance policy carries a $2,500.00 deductible for moving accidents, and a $1000.00 deductible for non-moving accidents that the Pilot will be obligated to pay in the event of damage to an aircraft. The Pilot will be responsible for any liability to other persons, and any costs, damages, losses, including loss of use arising out of, or in connection with, the use of an aircraft, that is not paid for by FCAC’s insurance carrier. Pilot’s insurance coverage is strongly recommended. 

II. Flight Procedures/Handling of Aircraft 

a) Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). It is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations at all times. 

b) Handling of Aircraft. With respect to pre-flight inspections, it is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to comply with all FARs and the aircraft manufacturer’s guidelines and any other sources regulating pre-flight procedures. Any damage, non-airworthy conditions, or missing documents found during pre-flight of the aircraft must be reported to FCAC immediately prior to flight. Pilot agrees not to accept the aircraft until Pilot is satisfied with the aircraft’s airworthiness and functioning of its equipment and accessories. With respect to post-flight inspections, it is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to comply with all FARs and the
aircraft manufacturer’s guidelines and any other sources regulating post-flight procedures.
Any damage found, must be reported to FCAC immediately and prior to leaving FCAC’s premises. Any damage caused by the Pilot or during Pilot’s use of the aircraft, and not reported to FCAC will result in termination of flying privileges with FCAC and collection
action being taken against the Pilot for the cost of repairs. 

c) Aircraft Flight Time. The Pilot is responsible for checking the current HOBBS/TACH time, to the highest tenth, on the aircraft dispatch. HOBBS/TACH differences found prior to starting the aircraft must be immediately reported to FCAC’s Staff for adjustment.
Unreported differences are the Pilot’s responsibility. The Pilot will record on the aircraft dispatch, to the highest tenth, the ending HOBBS/TACH time after shutting down the aircraft.

d) Master/Avionics Switches. It is the Pilot’s responsibility to leave the aircraft with the master and avionics switches turned off after each flight. If it becomes necessary to recharge or jump start an aircraft because of failure to comply with this rule, the Pilot may be charged for the costs involved with charging or replacing the battery.

e) Securing of Aircraft. It is the Pilot’s responsibility to secure the aircraft, after each flight, with all means provided by FCAC (tie-down ropes, chocks, gust locks, throttle locks, etc.).
The Pilot may be charged a tie-down fee of $10.00 for failure to comply with this rule. When securing the aircraft away from Compton Airport, it is the Pilot’s responsibility to ensure that adequate tie-downs are available and secured. 

f) Cleanliness. It is the Pilot’s responsibility to leave the aircraft interior in a clean condition after each flight. The Pilot may be charged a cleaning fee of $100.00 for failure to comply with this rule. 

g) Food/Drinks/Smoking in Aircraft. Food, drinks and/or smoking in the aircraft are strictly PROHIBITED. The Pilot may be charged a cleaning fee of $50.00 for failure to comply with this rule. Smoking on the ramp, or in the vicinity of any aircraft and/or fueling equipment within a radius of 50 feet is strictly PROHIBITED. 

h) Flight Plan. FCAC recommends that prior to any flight beyond 50 nautical miles, the Pilot should file a flight plan with Flight Services Station.

i) Weight & Balance. FCAC recommends that prior to all flights, the Pilot should calculate the weight & balance of the aircraft to be flown.

j) Fees at Other Airports. The Pilot is responsible for settling all landing, tie-down, handling, and/or any other fees incurred en-route or at the Pilot’s flight destination, at the time they are incurred. If not settled at that time, the Pilot will be charged a processing fee of $25.00 for failure to comply with this rule, in addition to any charges incurred by FCAC. 

k) Unpaved Airport Landings. Other than with prior permission, or while training with a FCAC Certificated Flight Instructor, the Pilot is NOT ALLOWED to conduct any “unpaved airport landings.” “Unpaved Airport Landings” include, but are not limited to: grass, turf, dirt,
gravel and/or any other unstable surface. 

l) Flight Currency with FCAC. It is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to comply with all FARs concerning currency. In addition, FCAC requires flight in a FCAC aircraft within the preceding 120 days. Once a Pilot’s FCAC currency expires, the Pilot may be required to have a flight currency checkout with a FCAC Certified Flight Instructor. 

m) Pilot Certificate & Medical Certificate. FCAC requires the Pilot to maintain a copy of Pilot’s current Pilot Certificate and Medical Certificate on file with FCAC. FCAC also requires a copy of the Pilot’s valid driver’s license for identification purposes. The TSA
(Transportation and Security Administration) now requires proof of citizenship (Original Birth Certificate or Valid Passport ONLY) be PROVIDED PRIOR TO ANY TRAINING which might
result in a Certificate and/or Additional Rating. 

n) Night Flights. It is the Pilot’s sole responsibility to comply with all FARs concerning night currency. 

o) Overnight Rental. The Pilot understands that all aircraft require a minimum charge of 2 hours per day for overnight rental or for any scheduled time of more than 4 hours. The Pilot must receive the consent of FCAC to bypass this requirement. 

p) Pets. No pets are allowed in FCAC aircraft without prior consent from a FCAC representative. If approved for carrying pets on board a FCAC aircraft, the Pilot will be responsible for aircraft cleanliness. Any cleaning fees that may arise from carrying a pet on board will be assessed to the Pilot or the Pilot’s account. 

q) All Operations. The Pilot may only rent aircraft for which the Pilot has received a checkout, and for which the Pilot has a written record of that checkout with FCAC. Pilots are encouraged to inspect their FCAC records periodically. The Pilot may not conduct commercial operations including flight training in a FCAC aircraft unless with a FCAC
approved Flight Instructor. Pilot may only use aircraft for Pilot’s personal pleasure or incidental business purposes. The Pilot will fly from the left seat ONLY, unless approved to fly right seat by a FCAC Flight Instructor. The Pilot will not allow anyone else to fly the aircraft. As a Student Pilot, carrying of passengers is strictly PROHIBITED. Student Pilots in the solo phase of instruction must have a current sign off from their Flight Instructor and observe all weather and wind limitations as dictated by their Flight Instructor. Student Pilots must make all landings to a FULL STOP; touch & go landings are strictly PROHIBITED.

r) Flight Instruction. ONLY FCAC Flight Instructors are authorized to provide flight instruction in FCAC aircraft. FCAC Flight Instructors may be working as independent contractors and may not be employees of FCAC. For a list of approved flight instructors, please visit www.flycompton.com. 

s) Aircraft Rental/Keys. FCAC reserves the right to rent any aircraft for which the Pilot is more than 15 minutes late for Pilot’s scheduled time. The Pilot must provide a 24-hour notice of cancellation of a scheduled rental time, with the exception of weather or illness.
Pilot agrees to return the aircraft at the scheduled time. Late returns, which impact FCAC rental operations or flight instruction, may result in additional charges. The Pilot will ensure that the aircraft key is returned to its designated lockbox before leaving the premises. The Pilot may be charged a lost key fee of $50.00 for failure to comply with this rule. 

t) Aircraft Malfunctions. If during the course of a rental flight the aircraft suffers a malfunction, making it unsafe or un-airworthy for either continued flight or the planned operation (night, IFR, etc.), the Pilot must contact the aircraft Owner or an approved FCAC Flight Instructor for guidance. The Pilot is not to allow any maintenance work to be
performed on the aircraft without prior approval from FCAC. FCAC will not be responsible for incidental travel or other expenses incurred by the Pilot resulting in maintenance delays.
The Pilot will be responsible for any charges incurred prior to the malfunction. 

u) Adverse Weather. It is the Pilot’s responsibility to ensure that current and forecast weather conditions will allow the flight to be completed safely. If weather conditions prevent a safe return to Compton Airport (KCPM), it is the Pilot’s responsibility to remain with the aircraft
until it is safe to return. FCAC is not responsible for incidental travel expenses or other charges incurred by the Pilot during adverse weather conditions. At the Pilot’s discretion, FCAC will assume responsibility for returning the aircraft. If this occurs, the Pilot will be
liable for aircraft and Pilot time incurred by FCAC in returning the aircraft to KCPM, in addition to the rental charges for the aircraft. Under no condition should a Pilot fly an aircraft in questionable weather in order to return an aircraft. Safety must always be the top priority. 

v) Off-site Fuel Purchases. FCAC aircraft rent “wet” (fuel is included). Fuel will be provided by the self-serve fuel depot adjacent to the tie-down area. FCAC will reimburse Pilot for fuel purchased up to $5.00/gallon if purchased outside of Compton airport, if a valid receipt is
produced when seeking reimbursement. . It is the Pilot’s responsibility to confirm an adequate amount of fuel prior to departure. Specific fuel requests should be directed to Pilots who have prior schedules with that aircraft. 

w) Flights to Catalina and Big Bear. Pilot must have approval from an approved FCAC Flight Instructor prior to flying to Catalina Island (Airport ID: KAVX) or Big Bear (Airport ID: L35).
Approval may be achieved by completing a checkout, to the aforementioned airports in this section, with an approved FCAC Flight Instructor. 

x) Aircraft Logbooks. Obtaining an aircraft’s maintenance logbooks for review or practical tests may only be accomplished by making prior arrangements with a FCAC representative. 

III. Maintenance. Any maintenance related items that could interfere with the safety of a flight, and squawks found, must be immediately reported to FCAC. All squawks must be immediately reported and noted in Flight Circle. Any maintenance related action required away from home base (KCPM) requires prior authorization from FCAC. Telephone numbers for FCAC are located on the checklists in each plane, as well as on Flight Circle.

IV. Emergencies. Pilot agrees to immediately report all accidents, both major and minor, along with any names and addresses of witnesses and involved parties. Pilot will not allow the aircraft to be moved unless expressly authorized to do so by FCAC or authorities. Pilot will do
all that is possible to protect the aircraft from further loss or damage. In the event of an emergency, the Pilot should immediately contact local authorities, the NTSB (if required), and FCAC. 

V. Governing Law. This AGREEMENT shall be construed and enforced under the laws of the State of California. 

VI. Entire Agreement. This AGREEMENT supersedes any prior negotiations and agreements between the parties regarding the same issues addressed herein, and constitute the entire agreement of the parties.

VII. Amendment. This AGREEMENT may be amended by FCAC, as required. 

VII. Certification. Pilot certifies that all information supplied to FCAC is true and correct. 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Pilot and FCAC hereby execute this AGREEMENT and thereby agree to be bound by the terms and conditions herein.