named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Aircraft Rental Program
Provides members access to a fleet of five aircraft including a Piper J-3 Cub, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee, and Piper Archer for recreational and training flights
Flight Safety Board Oversight
Monitors flight operations and training safety; composed of appointed instructors and members reporting to the Board of Directors
Flight Training Program
Offers private, instrument, and commercial pilot instruction through FAA-certified flight instructors; includes ground and flight training toward pilot certification
July 4th Fly-In Breakfast
Annual community event and fundraiser offering breakfast to pilots and visitors, attracting nearly 3,000 attendees annually and supporting club operations
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Aviation Training and Soaring Programs 4 activities
- Ensure flight safety and operational oversightMaintains a Flight Safety Board appointed by the President to oversee flight training, flight operations, and ensure safe aircraft operation, in coordination with a nine-member Board of Directors elected by membership.
- Facilitate shared aircraft usage through flight sharing programOperates a flight sharing program that enables members to access and share aircraft efficiently, increasing flying opportunities and reducing individual costs.
- Operate and maintain aircraft fleet for member useOperates a fleet of five aircraft—including a Piper J-3 Cub, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee 180, and Piper Archer—at Penn Yan and Canandaigua airports, with regular maintenance and safety oversight to ensure high availability and safe operation for members.
- Provide flight instruction and pilot trainingOffers private, instrument, and commercial flight instruction through certificated flight instructors, including training for student pilots and use of an FAA-certified Basic Aviation Training Device (ATD) simulator approved for up to 2.5 hours toward private pilot rating and 10 hours toward instrument rating.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host aviation events and community fly-insOrganizes and hosts flights, meetings, safety seminars, social events, and fly-outs for members and guests, including an annual July 4th Breakfast that draws approximately 3,000 attendees and serves as a community event and fundraiser.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$326K
Contributions & grants$2K1%
Program service revenue$262K80%
Investment income$15K5%
Other revenue$47K
expenses
Total expenses$293K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$33K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$602K
Cash$48K
Investments$410K
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$598K
Liquid reserves18.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +11.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEFF WHITE | MAINTENANCE OFFICER | 5 | $9K |
| JAMES ALEXANDER | VICE PRESIDENT | 5 | $213 |
board members · 7
- BRIAN GRUSCHOW — PRESIDENT
- HOWARD BOZENHARD — HUMAN RESOURCES
- JAVAN MARTIN — RECORDING SECRETARY
- JOSH CALLEY — CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
- JOSHUA MOORE — CASH TREASURER
- TAD SMITH — BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
- TORY CARISSIMO — MEMBER ACCOUNTS TREASURER
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- FlightCircle Partner — Uses FlightCircle for aircraft reservations and management.
- Penn Yan Airport Government — Hosts the Penn Yan Flying Club at its facility in Yates County.
- Yates County Government — Owns the Penn Yan Airport; the Club retains 10 acres and use of the county-owned airport.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cost-Sharing Model for Affordable Aviation Accessmethodology: cost_sharingBy distributing aircraft operation and maintenance expenses across all members, the club reduces individual costs and increases access to flying, because shared financial responsibility enables sustainable and equitable participation in aviation.
- Democratic Governance and Safety-Centered Oversightmethodology: governance_and_safety_oversightBy combining member-elected leadership with a dedicated Flight Safety Board, the club ensures operational decisions reflect member needs while maintaining rigorous safety standards, because democratic input and specialized oversight jointly promote accountability, trust, and risk reduction in flight operations.
- Member-Centered Instruction with Compatibility Matchingmethodology: student-instructor_compatibilityBy aligning student pilots with instructors based on interpersonal compatibility and communication style, the club improves training effectiveness and engagement, because strong instructor-student rapport enhances learning and persistence in flight education.