About Us
The Flying Club may have up to 5 board members.
The “Founding” board members shall be appointed by the Founder; subsequent board members may be voted on by the club.
The Flying Club will have a president, vice president, secretary, Treasurer and Maintenance & Safety Officer.
Problem & Solution
Non-Profit Status
A 501(c)(7) organization is defined as a "social club"
organized for "pleasure, recreation, and other non-profitable purposes, substantially all of the activities of which are for such purposes and no part of the net earnings of which insures to the benefit of any private shareholder"
Flying clubs are explicitly cited as a potential example of this classification.
The core purpose is to provide an affordable, accessible, and enjoyable way for members to engage in a shared hobby. The club must have an established membership and provide opportunities for personal contact and fellowship, with a shared interest in aviation.
Why not a 501(c)(3)? The fundamental distinction lies in the source of income. A 501(c)(7) is designed to be supported primarily by member fees, dues, and assessments. A 501(c)(3), on the other hand, relies heavily on public donations, grants, and other fundraising activities. A critical operational constraint for a 501(c)(7) is that no more than 35 percent of its gross receipts can come from non-member sources, with a further sub-limit of 15 percent on income from the use of club facilities by non-members. This rule is intended to ensure that the club’s primary function remains centered on its members.
Problem & Solution
Reserve your spot.
The Problem
Owning a plane means owning every problem that comes with it — hangar rent, annual inspections, unexpected repairs, and insurance that costs thousands whether you fly or not.
Most flying clubs solve the cost problem by keeping fees low and waitlists long. You're technically a member, but you're rarely in the air.
Miss a few months and you fall off insurance currency requirements — grounded until you log more hours, on a plane that might not be available when you need it.
Our Solution
Two numbers: $800 to join, $165/month. Fly the Cessna 172 for $165/hour wet — fuel included, no hidden fees. We cover insurance, hangaring, and maintenance. You just fly.
Fleet availability is protected by our bylaws - 20 pilots per plane. The planes stay available, airworthy, and well-equipped.
Members fly more because access is real. No waitlists, no currency traps, no surprise bills — just show up and fly.
Unrivaled Safety
We don't outsource safety. We have 14 full- time mechanics with a combined 96 years of experience working on Cessna 172 models. There is no other aero club that can boast those maintenance numbers.
Why We Are Different
How we measure up
The Treasure Valley has some incredible providers, and we have nothing negative to say about our busy competitors. However, their popularity has created massive delays, with some waitlists stretching out for four years. If you don't want to put your life on hold, it’s time to try Silverhawk.
