I don't think that it's fair to analyse the economics of a commercial full-time training operation on a cost per flight basis (package options also exist). I believe Terry is correct. If you can train uninterrupted for a full week the number of hours/flights to solo would be significantly less than a 'once a week or fortnight' approach in a pure club environment. When you factor in the skills of a full-time instructor it's hard to beat. While the cost per flight is greater, the total cost of training is much less. It's simple; to train for a solid week you have to pay a premium.
Caleb KPST -----Original Message----- From: "David Lawley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.'" <[email protected]> Date: Thu, 23 Feb 2006 13:17:52 +1030 Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] sportavia > A real pity from a national perspective. Tocumwal has been > really the last remaining full time commercial operation, > providing excellent training at quite a good price. Geez I'd hate to see Terrys idea of an expensive commercial operation, Alternatively,If that's what he thinks, I'd like his income! $60 for 2000ft tow + 60/hr for a Blanik???? $120 for a one hour training flight.Hmmmmmm David Lawley Computer Manager Elizabeth Park Primary School Elizabeth East Primary School _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list [email protected] To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list [email protected] To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring
