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Bird Dog Flight Services

Aircraft Rental (Wet Rate)

Rent our IFR-equipped fleet. Fuel and oil included in our wet rate.

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Program Overview

Rent our meticulously maintained, IFR-equipped Cessna 172 Skyhawks. With our transparent wet rate, you get near 100% dispatch reliability without ever worrying about surprise fuel surcharges at the pump.

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk flying over a beautiful lake in North Texas
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Red, white, and blue Cessna 172 Skyhawk parked on the tarmac in Fort Worth
Red and white Cessna aircraft in flight over Fort Worth, Texas
Red and white Cessna 172 parked on the ramp at Bird Dog Flight Services
Cessna 172 Skyhawk flying over a beautiful lake in North Texas
Detailed view of the Cessna cockpit instrument panel used for flight training

Aircraft Rental (Wet Rate)

Rent our IFR-equipped fleet. Fuel and oil included in our wet rate.

$170 / hr
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What's Included

  • Includes aviation fuel and oil (Wet Rate)
  • IFR-equipped with modern avionics
  • Impeccably maintained for near 100% dispatch reliability
  • Available for local flights and approved cross-country routes

Frequently Asked Questions About Aircraft Rental

What exactly does 'Wet Rate' mean?
A 'wet rate' means the cost of aviation fuel and oil is completely included in the $170 hourly price. You just pay for the time the engine is running. If you have to refuel at another airport during a cross-country flight, we credit you back for the fuel you purchased!
Are your rental aircraft IFR certified?
Yes. Our Cessna 172 Skyhawks are IFR-equipped and maintained to rigorous standards, making them perfect for instrument students or rated pilots needing to maintain their IFR currency.
What is required to rent an aircraft solo?
You must hold the appropriate pilot certificate and medical, and complete a standard checkout flight with one of our Bird Dog Flight Services instructors to ensure you are familiar with our specific aircraft and local Fort Worth airspace procedures.
Can I take the aircraft for a multi-day trip?
Absolutely! We love seeing our pilots use their ratings to explore. Multi-day rentals are subject to daily minimum flight hour requirements. Contact our dispatch team to coordinate your specific trip details.

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