| For the safety and convenience of our customers, the
following policies, terms, and conditions have been created for all students,
renters, and instructors (Pilots) operating Wright Flyers Aviation, Inc.
(WFA) aircraft:
1. Every Pilot is required to follow all regulations and meet currency
requirements as set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),
Transportation Security Agency (TSA) and WFA policies.
- Employees and customers may not access the AOA (Aircraft Operations
Area) from our facilities without a valid SIDA badge, or an escort with
a valid SIDA badge.
- SIDA access badges sponsored by Wright Flyers Aviation, Inc. will
be cancelled with the San Antonio International Airport Police Department,
if the badge holder shows no flight activity during the past 90 days.
Please notify our company in writing if you believe your particular
circumstances merit an exception to this policy.
2. Pilots must have the following on file, or in place at WFA
prior to reserving an aircraft:
- Flight Training Registration Form or Rental Pilot Information Sheet.
- Record of a current FAA Medical Certificate and Pilot's Certificate
with Flight Review endorsement.
- Record of aircraft checkout with currency information completed and
signed by a WFA instructor.
- Either a 1) Credit Card Authorization Form [MasterCard, Visa or Discover/Novus
issued by a U.S. financial institution], or 2) $1,000 refundable
cash deposit.
- Signed form affirming that FAA mandated security training has been
completed.
- Valid San Antonio International Airport security badge, or application
in process.
3. WFA will rent aircraft in airworthy condition, and will inform
the pilot of any problem WFA is aware of at the time of rental. WFA is
not liable for, and does not guarantee that a pilot will be meet their
personal schedule, business schedule, or the intended purpose of the flight
based on the performance of WFA aircraft.
4. Any problems with WFA aircraft should be reported immediately
to the WFA Dispatcher and recorded on the aircraft's problem log-sheet.
The pilot should review the problem log-sheet before each flight to ensure
that all write-ups have been placarded, corrected, or signed-off.
5. All pilots are responsible for reporting any damage to WFA aircraft
before the flight. The pilot will be liable for any unreported damage,
such as flat spots on tires or damaged wing tips.
6. Pilots are solely responsible for following the proper fueling procedures
for the aircraft they are flying. Pilots must always use an approved Gasoline
Analysis Separator (GATS) jar when sampling fuel from a Wright Flyers
aircraft. The GATS jar allows the pilot to return uncontaminated fuel
samples to the aircraft fuel tank. Samples suspected of contamination
should be taken immediately to an A&P for further analysis, and disposed
of in a labeled waste fuel container. Pilots who fail to comply with this
procedure are subject to governmental agency and/or civil prosecution.
7. Pilots must verify the correct Hobbs time before each flight,
reporting discrepancies to the WFA Dispatcher before starting the aircraft,
and recording the ending Hobbs time on the clipboard. If the tenth's digit
is starting to roll to the next digit, the higher number must be recorded.
If the Hobbs meter is inoperative, multiply tachometer time by 1.2 to
determine billed flight time.
8. The pilot is responsible for returning the aircraft to its home
base. If the pilot chooses to abandon aircraft due to weather, aircraft
problems, or any other reason, then the pilot will be charged with recovery
fees and expenses incurred by WFA. The WFA Dispatcher must be notified
when an aircraft will not be returned at the scheduled time. Aircraft
problems requiring service before continuing flight must be reported to
the WFA Dispatcher. If the cost of repair is less than $200, the pilot
is authorized to have an on-site mechanic fix the aircraft. If the repair
cost exceeds $200, WFA must authorize the repairs in advance and will
reimburse pre-authorized repair costs, provided the pilot provides WFA
with an original receipt for repairs paid for by the pilot. WFA is not
liable for failure of aircraft systems or equipment during operations
away from SAT International Airport. WFA will repair or have the aircraft
repaired as soon as possible. WFA will reimburse fuel purchased outside
of SAT provided the pilot presents an original receipt. Only AvGas and
aircraft oil costs will be reimbursed. No other operating costs, purchases,
or fees will be reimbursed, unless authorized by the Manager on Duty.
9. WFA "Training Aircraft" are reserved for dual and
solo flight lessons, to include 2.5 hour pilot proficiency flight blocks.
The course name and lesson number should appear on both the reservation
and dispatch form when applicable. Training aircraft may only be scheduled
for the length of the lesson as shown in the training syllabus, plus reasonable
transit and refueling time, or 2.5 hour pilot proficiency block. Students
who keep a training aircraft past its scheduled return time, will be invoiced
for "waiting" time at the full retail hourly rate. "Training"
aircraft may not be taken overnight. Minimum charges do not apply in situations
where the pilot is unable to return the aircraft due to mechanical or
weather problems.
10. WFA "Rental Aircraft" are subject to a 3 hour
per day minimum charge, if the renter has the aircraft for more than
6 hours in a 12 hour period. Renters must have a credit card on file
prior to making a reservation. Minimum charges do not apply in situations
where the pilot is unable to return the aircraft due to mechanical or
weather problems.
11. Instruction in any Wright Flyers aircraft by a flight instructor
not employed by Wright Flyers Aviation, Inc. is strictly prohibited.
12. Night / overnight rentals must be approved by the Manager
on Duty before making a reservation.
13. Non-emergency off-airport landings, or landings at unpublished
airports in WFA aircraft are prohibited.
14. Flights conducted outside of the continental United States are
prohibited.
15. Pilots are responsible for securing aircraft after each and every
flight to include: ignition & master switches off; tie downs,
wheel chocks, pitot tube cover & control wheel lock in place; windows
closed and door secured. Don't risk your pilot certificate - FAA regulations
prohibit removal of any item required for the safe operation of an aircraft.
Examples include pitot tube covers, fuel drain cups, fuel dip sticks,
tow bars and manuals.
16. Spin maneuvers are allowed only in WFA designated aircraft.
17. Smoking is prohibited in all WFA aircraft.
18. WFA is not responsible for items left unattended on our premises,
or in our aircraft.
19. The pilot will be charged for the following miscellaneous
costs:
- Excessive or unnecessary wear of the aircraft, or any of its parts
or components, due to pilot neglect, or poor technique. Examples
include flat spotted tires, collapsed nose gear and damaged wing
tips
- Neglect of proper checklist procedures, such as leaving the master-switch
on
- Lost keys for the aircraft and / or fuel pump
- Items missing from the aircraft, such as fuel drain cup, pitot covers,
control wheel lock, manuals and aircraft documentation
- Rented items either not returned, or returned in defective condition
20. Pilots are responsible for knowing their flight schedules, and
arriving on time for lessons and flights. Flights may be cancelled
on-line or by phone without penalty if weather conditions fall below
FAA or Wright Flyers' minimums. Otherwise, reservations must be cancelled
on-line or by phone at least twelve (12) hours before the scheduled
start time, in order to avoid a cancellation charge. The cancellation
charge will be equal to the actual rental and instructor fees for the
total hours reserved.
21. Payment is due when services are rendered. Customers electing
to keep funds on account may request cash withdrawals at any time. Unused
student loan balances will be returned to the lender or lender's agent
within 30 business days from receipt of customer's written notification
of program completion, termination or transfer.
22. Customers will be charged a $25.00 fee for returned checks
and Credit Card denials.
23. WFA has the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at
the sole discretion of the Manager on Duty.
Pilot Currency Requirements
| Pilot Total Time |
Time required
in WFA aircraft is |
Currency |
Aircraft
Type |
| 0-125 hours |
1 hour with at
least 3 Takeoffs &
Landings |
Every 30 days |
Fixed gear |
| 125-350 hours |
1 hour with
at least 3 Takeoffs
& Landings |
Every 60 days |
Fixed gear |
| 125-350 hours |
1 hour with
at least 3 Takeoffs
& Landings |
Every 30 days |
Complex |
| 350 hours |
1 hour with
at least 3 Takeoffs
& Landings |
Every 90 days |
Fixed gear |
| 350 hours |
1 hour with
at least 3 Takeoffs
& Landings |
Every 60 days |
Complex |
Under certain circumstances, these requirements may be waived by the
Company's Chief Flight Instructor.
Insurance
WFA maintains $1,000,000 single limit/$100,000 per seat public liability
coverage on its aircraft. In addition, $100,000 of third party bodily
injury & property damage liability insurance is included in our hourly
aircraft rental rates.
The WFA insurance policy includes the following deductibles:
| TYPE OF AIRCRAFT |
NOT IN MOTION |
IN MOTION |
| Single-Engine Fixed Gear |
$250 |
$1,000 |
| Single-Engine Conventional Gear |
$250 |
$2,500 |
| Single-Engine Retractable Gear |
$250 |
$2,500 |
| Multi-Engine Aircraft |
$250 |
$5,000 |
If the pilot is deemed negligent, he or she will be held responsible
for any deductible paid by WFA. The pilot may also be responsible for
other damages or causes of action not covered by the above mentioned
insurance policy. Our underwriter at all times maintains the right of
subrogation to the aircraft operator in the event of an insured loss.
If a pilot would like to carry additional insurance coverage beyond
our standard policy, it is the pilot's responsibility to secure such
coverage from his or her insurance company. We suggest you visit www.aopaia.com and www.avemco.com to
learn more about the costs and benefits of Renters Insurance. |