Can flight schools lease aircraft from Hangar 28?

Yes. Hangar 28 LLC works directly with flight schools to provide flexible aircraft lease agreements, structured around student volume, training schedule, and fleet requirements.

What types of aircraft does Hangar 28 lease to flight schools?

Hangar 28 specializes in single-engine training aircraft suitable for high-use flight school environments. All aircraft are professionally maintained and meet FAA airworthiness standards.

How does aircraft leasing work for flight schools?

Flight schools enter into a leaseback agreement with Hangar 28 LLC. Hangar 28 owns the aircraft, handles major maintenance and compliance, and leases it to the school for a fixed monthly rate, reducing capital burden while ensuring aircraft availability.

Does Hangar 28 serve flight schools across the U.S.?

Yes. Hangar 28 LLC serves flight schools throughout the United States and Canada, with a base of operations in Cody, Wyoming.

What is the difference between Part 61 and Part 141 for aircraft leasing?

Part 61 flight schools operate under individual instructor authority while Part 141 schools follow an FAA-approved structured curriculum. Hangar 28 structures lease agreements for both Part 61 and Part 141 operations.

Can flying clubs lease aircraft from Hangar 28?

Yes. Hangar 28 LLC works directly with flying clubs to structure flexible aircraft lease agreements tailored to club membership size, flying schedules, and fleet needs.

How does Hangar 28 support flying club fleet management?

Hangar 28 handles aircraft procurement, refurbishment, maintenance compliance, and lease structuring so flying club managers can focus on member experience rather than aircraft logistics.

What are the benefits of leasing aircraft for a flying club?

Leasing through Hangar 28 eliminates large capital outlays, reduces maintenance management burden, and provides access to professionally maintained aircraft with flexible terms that align with club usage patterns.

Does Hangar 28 serve flying clubs outside of Wyoming?

Yes. While based in Cody, Wyoming, Hangar 28 LLC provides aircraft leasing solutions for flying clubs throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Can individual pilots lease aircraft from Hangar 28 for time building?

Yes. Hangar 28 LLC works with individual time-builders to match them with reliable, affordable aircraft suited to their flight hour goals, with flexible lease terms and minimal overhead.

How does aircraft leasing for time-building work?

Individual pilots enter a lease agreement for dedicated aircraft access, eliminating scheduling conflicts common at flight schools. You get exclusive access to a specific aircraft at a predictable monthly rate.

What aircraft are available for individual time-builders?

Hangar 28 offers well-maintained, recently refurbished single-engine aircraft. Contact us at info@hangar28LLC.com to discuss current aircraft and lease terms.

Is aircraft leasing cheaper than renting for time-building?

For pilots who fly regularly, leasing can be more cost-effective than hourly rental rates. A dedicated lease eliminates Hobbs meter markups and gives you predictable monthly costs.

What is the Final Approach podcast?

Final Approach is the aviation business podcast by Hangar 28, dedicated to flight school operators, flying club managers, independent CFIs, and general aviation professionals. Each episode covers aircraft leasing, fleet management, Part 61 and Part 141 strategy, and the financial decisions that define success in GA.

Who hosts the Final Approach aviation podcast?

Final Approach is hosted by Clint Naramore, founder of Hangar 28 LLC, an aircraft leasing company serving flight schools, flying clubs, and individual operators across general aviation.

Who is the Final Approach podcast for?

Final Approach is built for flight school owners and operators who want to grow their training programs, flying club managers evaluating fleet strategy, independent CFIs building their own operations, aviation entrepreneurs and investors entering the GA space, and anyone asking how to run a financially sustainable flight training business.

What topics does the Final Approach podcast cover?

Final Approach covers aircraft leasing versus buying for flight schools, leaseback arrangements and fleet financing, Part 61 versus Part 141 operational strategy, managing aircraft maintenance and downtime, the pilot shortage and how training programs can capitalize on increased demand, student enrollment and retention, hiring and retaining CFIs, flying club management and membership structures, and the role of modern avionics in attracting students.

Where can I listen to the Final Approach podcast?

Final Approach by Hangar 28 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. New episodes are also published at hangar28llc.com/final-approach with full show notes, key takeaways, and searchable transcripts.

How can I contact Hangar 28 about aircraft leasing?

You can contact Hangar 28 LLC at info@hangar28LLC.com or by calling 307.293.5083. Hangar 28 specializes in aircraft leasing solutions for flight schools, flying clubs, and individual operators.

EP. 02 — What triple-net leaseback actually means for a flight school

Aug 5

Written By Clint Naramore

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Hangar 28 specializes in aircraft leasing solutions for flight schools, flying clubs, and individual operators. Whether you are launching a new training program, expanding your fleet, or exploring leaseback arrangements, we structure agreements built around how training aircraft actually operate. Contact us at info@hangar28llc.com or visit hangar28llc.com to start the conversation.

Clint Naramore

EP. 02 — What triple-net leaseback actually means for a flight school

Ready to Talk Fleet Strategy? Contact Hangar 28.

EP. 01 — What Is the Final Approach Podcast? Aviation Leasing, Flight Schools, and the GA Business Conversation

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