named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Aircraft Access Program
Provides members with scheduled access to three shared Cessna 172 aircraft at hourly tach time rates with fuel included, supporting safe and economical flying.
Safety and Proficiency Program
Emphasizes ongoing pilot safety through mandatory preheat procedures, safety officer oversight, and adherence to FAA standards and club operating rules.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Aviation Training and Soaring Programs 2 activities
- Aircraft safety and maintenance protocolsImplements operational safety procedures including mandatory preheating of aircraft engines when temperatures at KPOU are 32°F or below within 24 hours of engine start to ensure safe and reliable aircraft operation.
- Shared aircraft ownership and operation for pilot training and safetyOwns and operates three older model Cessna 172 aircraft at Hudson Valley Regional Airport (KPOU) in Wappingers Falls, New York, providing safe and economical flying opportunities to a membership of approximately 60 individuals. The program emphasizes pilot safety, skills development, and cost-effective access through shared ownership and well-maintained aircraft.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Member engagement and organizational governanceConducts monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm at KPOU, open to visitors, to support organizational governance and member participation. Manages new membership applications and maintains a waiting list to ensure continuity and equitable access.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Membership financial structure administrationAdministers a membership financial model requiring a one-time $1900 equity payment (refundable upon departure less $100) and $75 monthly dues effective January 1, 2026, to sustain aircraft operations and maintain low long-term costs for members.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$146K
Contributions & grants$59K40%
Program service revenue$86K59%
Investment income$140%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$103K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$514K
Cash$88K
Investments$0
Liabilities$123K
Net assets$391K
Liquid reserves10.3 mo
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +19.7%
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Hudson Valley Regional Airport Partner — Host airport where the Grasshopper Flying Club operates at KPOU in Wappingers Falls, NY.
- Mark Nelson Partner — Point of contact for membership applications and inquiries.
- NOAA Government — Relies on NOAA for official weather observations at KPOU to determine aircraft preheating requirements.
- ScheduleMaster Partner — Technology partner used for online, mobile, and telephone scheduling of aircraft.
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-Effective Maintenance Frameworkmethodology: cost-effective_safety_maintenanceBy minimizing operational costs without compromising FAA safety standards, the club ensures long-term financial and physical sustainability, because disciplined cost management enables continued access while preserving aircraft integrity.
- Safety-First Proficiency Culturemethodology: safety-first_proficiencyBy integrating continuous education, skill development, and safety-minded operations into club culture, the organization sustains safe flying practices and protects shared assets, because ongoing proficiency reduces risk and reinforces collective responsibility.
- Shared Aircraft Ownership Modelmethodology: shared-ownership aviation trainingBy enabling members to jointly own and operate aircraft, the club reduces the financial barriers of individual ownership while promoting responsible use and maintenance, because shared stewardship increases access and aligns member incentives with safety and sustainability.