Read these before you sign and submit your application.
The complete Hold Harmless Agreement, Rental Agreement, and General Policies & Procedures from the Pilot Information Form. By signing the online application you confirm you have read and agree to everything on this page.
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Release of All Claims / Indemnification (Hold Harmless) Agreement
The undersigned, for and in the consideration of use of aircraft and provision of flight instruction, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged from Global Aviation Center, hereby fully and completely releases, acquits, satisfies, and forever discharges Global Aviation Center, its owners, members, officers, directors, managing agents and employees, or any other person who may acquire an interest in Global Aviation Center, for any and all claims, actions, causes of action, damages, judgments or execution or any claim whatsoever in law or equity they may have now or in the future against Global Aviation Center arising out of the rental of aircraft and/or receipt of flight training. I further acknowledge and agree that I will forever release Global Aviation Center, its owners, members, officers, directors, managing agents and employees, its heirs, executors, assigns, or any other person who obtains an interest in Global Aviation Center for any and all causes of action and claims of any sort that arise from the rental of aircraft or flight training provided by Global Aviation Center.
I further acknowledge and agree by my signature that I will fully indemnify, save, and hold harmless Global Aviation Center, its owners, members, officers, directors, managing agents and employees, and their heirs, executors, assigns, or any other person who might acquire an interest in Global Aviation Center, for any and all claims, actions, judgments, and damages that have or may arise out of the use or rental of any aircraft, or obtaining of any flight training from Global Aviation Center by any other individual, party, corporation or other entity.
I further acknowledge, by my signature on this document, that I understand fully that there are associated hazards in flying and the rental of aircraft, including serious injuries and death from the use of aircraft. I acknowledge by my signature on this document that I understand and accept such risks, and I further understand and agree to the following Rental Agreement.
Rental Agreement
- This agreement consists of all the terms and conditions on this page. "Customer" means the person signing this agreement and as such accepts liability hereunder.
- Customer shall return aircraft to Lessor (Global Aviation Center) in the same condition as received, at the location where rented, on the return date and time specified when reserved or sooner if demanded by the Lessor. Customer agrees to arrange the return of the aircraft at his expense to Republic Airport (KFRG) if forced to leave it elsewhere for reasons other than mechanical failure. Upon Customer defaulting in any respect under this lease or upon Customer violating any federal, state or municipal law, or any FAA regulation, this lease shall terminate immediately and Lessor shall have all rights accorded by law, including, though not limited to, the right to repossess the aircraft at Customer's expense, re-rent the aircraft for the duration of the lease as the agent of the Customer, or sue for damages for the rentals due hereunder. In the event of loss or damage to the aircraft while on rental, whether or not due to the fault of the Customer, Customer shall pay to Lessor on written demand the amount of all resulting loss and expense of the Lessor in excess of any insurance proceeds received by the Lessor. Renters of the aircraft shall be unconditionally responsible for any and all damages to the aircraft while in the custody and control of the Renter as stipulated in the aircraft rental agreement. Damages shall include but not be in any way limited to: excess wear and tear, incorrect fueling damages, operation in a manner inconsistent with the requirements of the operation and service documents; failure to exercise reasonable judgement and competent airmanship; foreign object damage; ground handling damage; water or storm damage; damage to electrical or mechanical systems caused by improper repair, maintenance or diagnosis for any maintenance conducted without authorization of the Lessor; faults; damage to the aircraft finish due to misuse; and damage to the windows or windshields due to abrasion or solvent damage.
- Customer will use the aircraft only for the purpose and over the route specified, which shall be limited to the contiguous United States, unless otherwise specifically approved by the Lessor. In the event of undue delay, deviation or any other unexpected circumstances, Customer will call Global Aviation Center at (631) 391-9110.
- Aircraft shall NOT be used:
- to carry persons or property for hire or for any other commercial purpose;
- in any race, test, contest or aerobatics;
- for flight instruction by anyone other than Global Aviation Center Flight Instructors;
and if the aircraft is obtained from Lessor by fraud or misrepresentation or is obtained or used in furtherance of an illegal purpose, ALL USE OF AIRCRAFT IS WITHOUT LESSOR'S PERMISSION.
- Customer agrees to comply with the following requirements made to safeguard himself and the aircraft:
- to perform a complete pre-flight inspection before taking off and not to use the aircraft unless it is in apparent good condition;
- to observe all Federal and State air safety regulations and not willfully violate said laws or regulations;
- to familiarize themselves and observe all current policies regarding aircraft and airport operations set forth in the Global Aviation Center General Policies and Procedures document;
- to fly only in daylight and in VFR weather unless properly qualified, rated and approved by a Global Aviation Center authorized representative to fly night VFR;
- to obtain weather reports and forecasts immediately before each flight and not depart when weather is forecast to go below VFR minimums unless properly qualified and rated to fly IFR by the FAA;
- to permit no one else to fly the aircraft or handle the aircraft on the ground; and
- to land only at established airports and not at restricted airports published by Global Aviation Center.
- Customer certifies that he has complied with FAR 61.57 as regards currency requirements in type of aircraft flown and has completed a Flight Review within the last two years and is the holder of a current FAA Medical Certificate.
- Customer will be responsible to and is REQUIRED to carry Non-Owners Aircraft Insurance of at LEAST $15,000 for single engine and $30,000 for multi-engine use, should damage occur as the result of their negligence. Customer is also responsible for the cost associated with loss of use of aircraft should damage occur due to his negligence, and any legal fees if incurred.
- Customer shall return all equipment provided for his use in the same condition as received. In the event of any loss or damage to equipment, Customer shall pay to Global Aviation Center the amount of all resulting loss and expense. This includes any electronic equipment, headsets, or any other items rented or used that are owned by Global Aviation Center other than the aircraft itself, which is covered by other paragraphs of this agreement.
General Policies & Procedures
Thank you for choosing Global Aviation Center. Our goal is to provide quality aviation training, aircraft rental, and pilot services. We appreciate your patronage and trust you will have a good experience with us. The following are some policies we have put in place for the safety and protection of our customers and aircraft and to prevent scheduling abuse. Please read them carefully. Special circumstances and requests are always considered, and your suggestions are always welcomed.
Currency
Aircraft Overnight Rental Minimums
Cancellation and No-Shows
Equipment Rentals
Fuel and Oil Purchased Away From Global Aviation Center
Landing Fees and Parking Fees
Master Switch Left On
Mechanical and Weather-Related Problems
Rentals After Operating Hours
Payment
Refund of Money on Account
Parking
Checklists
Fuel Requirements
Altitudes
Practice Area
Grass Fields
Aerobatics
Cameras & Devices
Insurance
By signing the Global Aviation Center online application, I confirm that I have read the above policies and procedures and agree to abide by them, including the payment of all noted fees and charges.
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