River City Flying Club gives Peoria-area pilots affordable access to a clean, well-equipped Cessna 172 — without the hassle or cost of going it alone.
Why fly with a club
A flying club spreads the fixed cost of leasing, hangaring, and insuring an aircraft across all members — so you get convenient, predictable access at a fraction of the cost, and you’re never flying alone.
One $150/hr wet rate covers fuel, oil, and maintenance. Flat monthly dues keep fixed costs predictable and shared evenly among members.
Fly-ins, maintenance days, cookouts, and safety meetings. Members mentor members — from student pilots to seasoned CFIs.
Proficiency standards, instructor checkouts, and a club safety culture built around the FAA WINGS program keep everyone sharp.
Who we are
River City Flying Club Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation formed in the State of Illinois. We exist for one reason: the shared enjoyment of flying among our members.
We’re not a commercial operator. Every member has a voice in how the club runs and a shared responsibility to fly safely and care for the club’s leased aircraft and equipment.
Our mission
“To promote the pleasure, recreation, and fellowship of our members through the shared enjoyment of aviation — providing safe, affordable, well-maintained aircraft for personal use.”
— RCFC BYLAWS, ARTICLE II
Getting started
Complete the membership application and meet the Board for an orientation. Bring your certificate, medical, and photo ID.
Complete a check flight with a Board-approved CFI in N640SP — an insurance requirement before acting as pilot-in-command.
Pay your one-time initiation and first month’s dues at orientation, get your scheduler login, and book the airplane.
Now accepting members
We’re welcoming new members and have instructor availability for checkouts and proficiency flying. Reach out and we’ll get you up to speed.
Join River City Flying Club