Fly More. Own Less.
Join GMC Aviation and get access to G-BUMP — a Piper PA-28 Archer II based at Cardiff Airport — at sensible shared rates, with no ownership headaches.
How it works
GMC Aviation is a flying group, not a hire company. Members share access to G-BUMP and share the costs — keeping flying genuinely affordable without sacrificing quality or safety.
Membership is available on 3, 6, or 12-month terms. Flying is charged at £185/hr wet hire plus a variable fuel surcharge of £16/hr (which increases or decreases with current fuel prices). No hidden costs, no surprises.
Choose your membership
Full Member
Full access to G-BUMP for recreational flying, touring, and hour building. The standard membership for qualified PPL holders.
From £600
3mo £600 · 6mo £1,200 · 12mo £1,800
- Unrestricted access to G-BUMP
- Wet-hire flying at member rates
- Online booking system access
- Group community & shared trips
- Annual membership renewal
Hours Builder
For post-PPL pilots looking to build hours efficiently. Full access to G-BUMP at member rates — get the time in your logbook without the cost of ownership.
From £600
3mo £600 · 6mo £1,200 · 12mo £1,800
- Full unrestricted access to G-BUMP
- Wet-hire flying at member rates
- Online booking system access
- Mentorship from experienced members
- Group community & shared trips
PPL Revalidation
Need to revalidate or renew your PPL? We have CRIs on tap. Book a revalidation flight with one of our in-house Class Rating Instructors and get it done without the hassle of finding an external examiner.
From £600
3mo £600 · 6mo £1,200 · 12mo £1,800
- Access to in-house CRIs
- SEP(Land) revalidation & renewal
- Flexible scheduling around you
- G-BUMP available for the test flight
- No need to find an external examiner
Flying rates are reviewed periodically. All flying is charged on a wet-hire basis — fuel is included. Contact us for current hourly rates.
Membership requirements
Valid Medical
A current Class 2 (or LAPL) medical certificate is required for all flying members.
Valid Licence
A current PPL(A) or LAPL(A) with valid SEP(Land) rating is required for all flying members.
Currency
Members are expected to maintain reasonable currency. A check flight may be required after extended breaks.
Insurance
All members are covered under the group's aircraft insurance policy whilst flying G-BUMP.
Enquire about membership
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Aircraft Hourly Rate
£185/hr wet hire + £16/hr fuel surcharge
Current total
£201/hr