"Andy" writes:
What do you look for in a flying club? I am currently an officer in a
flying club and we are having trouble recruiting new members. What
would make you want to join a club?

Simple. I would look at the club, and look at other alternatives in
the area, and pick the best one.

What does your competition look like? Your rates are not relevant
without context -- are you in an area which has lots of people who can
afford to fly? If so, are you cheaper or more expensive than the
competition? Do you have better planes? More talented instructors?
How many hours per month do I have to fly to make it worthwhile to
join your club (versus using the local FBO)?

I am currently looking at starting my flight training, and am in
Pittsburgh. I am considering moving to the Bay Area of California for
work. The price difference between those two locations is _huge_.
(Strangely, there is a lot more competition in California, and also
much higher prices. What the market will bear, I assume...)

Chris
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