How much does joining a flight club cost?
What is a flight club?
Flight Club
A flight club in Japan, is an organization that you can join to rent out an aircraft. Unlike flight schools, most of them are non profit and are generally open for anyone to join. By joining a flight club, you can rent out an aircraft to fly (if you are eligible to fly in Japan), as well as participate in flight training, study sessions, and more.
For more information on how to join a flight club, please refer to the following guide:
How much does joining a flight club cost?
Short answer: It depends.The cost of joining a flight club can vary greatly depending on the club, the location, and the services they offer. Here are some of the most common costs associated with joining a flight club:
Initiation Fee
This is a one-time fee that is typically required to join a flight club. Usually it is, or more than, 50,000 JPY.
Monthly (or Annual) Fee
This is a monthly fee that is typically required to maintain your membership. In some clubs, you pay the fee monthly, whereas in other clubs, you pay it annually. The fee heavily depends on the club, ranging as little as 12,000 JPY (1,000 JPY monthly) to 300,000 JPY (8,000 JPY monthly), or even more.
Of course, there are other costs associated with joining a flight club, such as aircraft rental, insurance, and maintenance. But these are not included in the cost of joining a flight club.