WARRENTON-FAUQUIER AIRPORT · KHWYVIRGINIA · WASHINGTON, DC REGION

THE VSFT FLEET · KHWY & KRMN

Aircraft worth
getting to know.

From responsive tailwheel Cessnas and the classic Stearman to capable traveling aircraft and the Twin Comanche, explore the platforms behind your next step in flying.

Wet rates include fuel. Instruction is $100/hr in VSFT aircraft, separate from hourly rental unless included in a course package. The Stearman is based at Stafford Regional Airport (KRMN); our other aircraft are at Warrenton-Fauquier Airport (KHWY). Select Exterior or Instrument panel in each gallery where both views are available.

Cessna 140 N2061N outside a hangar

TAILWHEEL · 1947

Cessna 140 · N2061N

Our 1947 Cessna 140 provides an engaging introduction to conventional-gear flying, with instruction centered on coordination, directional control, and landing technique.

Aircraft
1947 Cessna 140
Training
Tailwheel endorsement & proficiency
Wet rate
$165/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Checkout
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TAILWHEEL · 1948

Cessna 140 · N3572V

A second classic Cessna 140 in the VSFT fleet, offering another responsive platform for tailwheel fundamentals, landing practice, and continued skill development.

Aircraft
1948 Cessna 140
Training
Tailwheel endorsement & proficiency
Wet rate
$165/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Checkout
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TAILWHEEL

Cessna 170B

Continue your tailwheel development in the Cessna 170B. Talk with us about the aircraft fit and training path for your goals.

Aircraft
Cessna 170B
Training
Tailwheel & advanced instruction
Wet rate
$195/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Checkout
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Boeing PT-17 Stearman N73449, a silver and yellow biplane in U.S. Coast Guard livery
N73449 · Boeing PT-17 Stearman

WARBIRD · TAILWHEEL

Boeing PT-17 Stearman

A 1942 open-cockpit biplane for warbird transition training and continued tailwheel development. Bring your flying background and goals to a conversation about training in this classic aircraft.

Aircraft
1942 Boeing PT-17 · N73449
Based at
Stafford Regional Airport (KRMN)
Training
Warbird transition & tailwheel development
Wet rate
$470/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Arrangements
Contact our team to discuss experience, aircraft-specific training, and availability at KRMN.
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INSTRUMENT · N7260K

Cessna 182S Skylane

A capable instrument-training platform with Garmin G3X Touch, GTN 750Xi and 650Xi navigators, GFC 500 autopilot, and G5 flight instruments.

Aircraft
Cessna 182S
Training
Instrument training, proficiency & qualified rental
Wet rate
$265/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Checkout
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ADVANCED AIRCRAFT · N1736W

Beechcraft V35B Bonanza

A distinctive V-tail Bonanza for pilots developing their experience in a more capable aircraft. Explore complex-aircraft training, transition, proficiency, and aircraft-specific checkout with our team.

Aircraft
Beechcraft V35B
Training
Aircraft transition & proficiency
Wet rate
$275/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Checkout
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MULTIENGINE · N7761Y

Piper PA-30 Twin Comanche

Our flagship accelerated commercial multiengine add-on platform. The $6,500 course includes 10 aircraft hours and unlimited MEI time, with a pre-booked day-three checkride. DPE fee extra.

Aircraft
Piper PA-30
Training
Commercial AMEL add-on training
Wet rate
$330/hr
Instruction
$100/hr
Graduates
Ask about discounted post-course aircraft rental toward MEI or rental checkout.
Checkout
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