The Redbird MCX is a superior-quality, full motion, feature-rich Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). With standard features such as wrap-around visuals, a fully enclosed cockpit, quick-change configurations, scenario-based training compatibility and of course an electric motion platform, the MCX serves up a level of realism that is simply unavailable in other training devices on the market.
9222 AIRFIELD DRIVE
USAF ACADEMY, CO
80840
Email: 10fss.fswa.aeroclub@us.af.mil
719-333-4542
Hours:
Mon – Fri 8 am – 4 pm
Weekends by Appointment
Closed Federal Holidays
Flying Operations:
Daily Sunrise to Sunset
Eight (8) aircraft are available as well as Flight Instructors. Aircraft include two (2) T-41Cs, and five (5) Cessna 172s and one (1) Cessna 182Q of various vintages. The Aero Club is FAA part 141 approved for private pilot and instrument certificates. All of our Flight Instructors are highly trained professionals, who are FAA certified. At the club, a member can earn a basic private pilot certificate or go on for more advanced certificates and ratings. If you already are a FAA Certificated Pilot our aircraft are for rent for personal use.
Whether you are a pilot with several thousand hours or a beginner starting at zero, we invite you to check us out. Feel free to stop by at any time to ask questions, see our operations or schedule an introductory flight.
Due to security measures, visitors must have proper authorization attached to their proxy cards. If you do not have proper authorization — please call the Aero Club at 719-333-4542 to make appropriate plans in order to be allowed in the area. As an Aero Club member you will be given training and a badge to operate the security gate.
Safety Meeting is held the third Tuesday of each month, 6 pm, at the Aero Club.
NOTE: Emergency Procedures, Pre-Solo Written, and Solo Navigation Exam, are in the Airman Information Packet linked above in Resources section.
Part 107 Drone
Instrument Rating
Flight Instructor
Airline Transport Pilot
For test scheduling, connect to PSI at:
Test Scheduling times:
Tuesdays 8 am, 11 am, 2 pm
Fridays 8 am, 11 am
Testing Location, Registration, and Details (PDF)
Acceptable Forms of Address Verification (BRING TO TEST)