Being a part of Green Castle Aero Club is so much more than cheap airplane rental rates.
History, Family, & Culture
Become part of a legacy that’s been shaping eastern Iowa aviation for generations. When you join Green Castle, you’re not just signing up for a club—you’re stepping into a family of aviators who share a passion for flight, community, and preserving the culture that makes our airfield special.
Extended Benefits
Membership comes with meaningful advantages, from becoming a shareholder in our corporation to extending your privileges to your spouse and children. Members also enjoy liability protection under the Club’s aircraft insurance, zero deductible and the confidence that comes from flying within a supportive, safety-minded organization.
Fly, Fly, Fly!
Take the controls of multiple aircraft, hone your skills in our one-of-a-kind AATD, or learn with instructors who bring deep experience to every lesson. With extremely affordable rates and unmatched access, Green Castle gives you the freedom to train, grow, and fly as often as your heart—and logbook—desire.
Become part of a legacy that’s been shaping eastern Iowa aviation for generations. When you join Green Castle, you’re not just signing up for a club—you’re stepping into a family of aviators who share a passion for flight, community, and preserving the culture that makes our airfield special.
Extended Benefits
Membership comes with meaningful advantages, from becoming a shareholder in our corporation to extending your privileges to your spouse and children. Members also enjoy liability protection under the Club’s aircraft insurance, zero deductible and the confidence that comes from flying within a supportive, safety-minded organization.
Fly, Fly, Fly!
Take the controls of multiple aircraft, hone your skills in our one-of-a-kind AATD, or learn with instructors who bring deep experience to every lesson. With extremely affordable rates and unmatched access, Green Castle gives you the freedom to train, grow, and fly as often as your heart—and logbook—desire.
Membership Fees & Dues
APPLICATION FEE: $150
SHAREHOLDER DUES: $50/month
SOCIAL PARTICIPANT DUES: Any (suggested $20/month)
SHAREHOLDER DUES: $50/month
SOCIAL PARTICIPANT DUES: Any (suggested $20/month)
How to Join
1) Get to know the Club [About]
2) Meet a member and visit the airport [Contact | Flight Instructors]
3) Read and comply with our Pilot Rules (Shareholders only)
4) Complete a Membership Application
5) Pay applicable membership dues and application fee (see Terms & Conditions below)
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2) Meet a member and visit the airport [Contact | Flight Instructors]
3) Read and comply with our Pilot Rules (Shareholders only)
4) Complete a Membership Application
5) Pay applicable membership dues and application fee (see Terms & Conditions below)
Already a member?
Get started with New Member Launch
New Member Terms & Conditions
New Shareholders pay a one-time application fee. Shareholder dues are billed in 6-month cycles every January and July. New Shareholders pay the application fee plus a prorated number of full months remaining in the current billing period—no partial months are charged. For example, joining on February 16 means you’ll pay the application fee plus dues for March through June, making you active through the end of that cycle.
New Social Participants do not pay an application fee. Social Participant dues are billed in the same manner as Shareholders, but at the reduced rate. Social Participants enjoy access to member-only communications, airport facilities, and volunteer Club events. Social Participants are not eligible to rent or operate aircraft since they are not covered by Club airplane liability insurance.
IMPORTANT: Membership is in the Club is not final until your completed application and full payment are received.
New Shareholders pay a one-time application fee. Shareholder dues are billed in 6-month cycles every January and July. New Shareholders pay the application fee plus a prorated number of full months remaining in the current billing period—no partial months are charged. For example, joining on February 16 means you’ll pay the application fee plus dues for March through June, making you active through the end of that cycle.
New Social Participants do not pay an application fee. Social Participant dues are billed in the same manner as Shareholders, but at the reduced rate. Social Participants enjoy access to member-only communications, airport facilities, and volunteer Club events. Social Participants are not eligible to rent or operate aircraft since they are not covered by Club airplane liability insurance.
IMPORTANT: Membership is in the Club is not final until your completed application and full payment are received.