PILOT TRAINING APPLICATION & AIRCRAFT RENTAL AGREEMENT

Thank you for choosing ATD, located at 10 NW Richards Rd, Kansas City, MO 64116.
Please complete this application form, sign it, then return it to us along with the following:

• Copy of U.S. Citizenship (birth certificate, current passport or immigration documents)
• Copy of Driver’s License
• Log Book (if already a licensed pilot)
• Copy of Pilot Certificate (if already a licensed pilot)
• Copy of Medical (if available-must present before Solo Flight)
• Payment Authorization

It is important that you complete all the information so that we can better serve you.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

NOTE: You must enter your name exactly as it appears on official government issued ID’s such as passport, birth certificate, etc.

NOTE: Must be presented in person upon arrival along with a current government issued picture ID

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CITIZENSHIP

US citizens will be required to show proof of citizenship upon arrival. Non US citizens are required to obtain the proper TSA security clearance(s) with a “Permission to Initiate Training” status prior to starting a flight-training course. See our website or call for details.

FLIGHT TRAINING REQUESTED

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY STATEMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I understand that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that all pilot applicants be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language and if English is my second language that my English language skills must meet or exceed the FAA and ICAO minimum requirements.

ACCELERATED TRAINING

I understand that ATD Flight Systems offers accelerated training where graduation can be completed it as little as 9-12 months (“Accelerated Training Program”). The actual number of years, months, and/or days required to complete any ATD training, including but not limited to an Accelerated Training Program, is dependent on factors that are outside of the control of ATD Flight Systems, including but not limited to, my consistent undertaking of training lessons 5-6 days per week, scheduling of designated FAA examiners, and aircraft shortage or unavailability due to demand, maintenance, weather, or other causes. ATD does not and cannot guarantee the completion date of any training. In no event shall ATD Flight Systems be responsible for any loss or damage caused directly or proximately by the completion date of an Accelerated Training Program or other ATD training.

PUBLICITY RELEASE

I hereby give consent (and agrees to sign any additional documents required to formalize, effect or perfect such consent) to ATD Flight Systems, LLC for the use of my name and/or likeness (photograph and/or video), biographical information, and voice in any and all advertising/publicity/trade (including local and/or national television stations, social media or print publications) without compensation, notice or approval and further disclaim any ownership rights in the content of such advertising/publicity/trade material.

AIRCRAFT RENTAL AGREEMENT

I (“Renter”) understand that I must adhere to this ATD Flight Systems, LLC (hereinafter “ATD Flight Systems” of “ATD”) aircraft rental agreement (“Rental Agreement”) any time I am operating or receiving pilot training in an aircraft owned or leased by ATD (each an “Aircraft”). The following Aircraft rental terms and conditions apply

1. ATD Flight Systems hereby agrees to rent the Aircraft to me, on a non-exclusive basis, in accordance with the terms of this Rental Agreement for my use in furtherance of training or rental of the Aircraft. My use of the Aircraft is determined solely by ATD Flight Systems, and such use may be denied by ATD at any time and for any reason.
2. I am responsible for the safe and conscientious operation of the Aircraft until it is returned and secured at ATD Flight System’s facilities. I will personally conduct a pre-flight inspection of the aircraft and report any discrepancies prior to the flight. All Aircraft discrepancies will be documented by renter/pilot on the status board, notated in the Flight Schedule Pro software, and/or provided in such other location as may be directed by ATD Flight Systems (and as may change from time to time at the sole discretion of ATD Flight Systems). I will verify times of inspections due prior to start of Aircraft.
3. I will not use the Aircraft for flight instruction to any individual, unless I am an authorized ATD Flight Systems instructor on a specified dual training flight. I will pilot the Aircraft from the command seat (left side) and will act as Pilot in Command and sole manipulator of the controls at all times. The renter who signs this Rental Agreement will be the only operator of the Aircraft.
4. I will only land at FAA designated airports that are safe and suitable under the prevailing conditions with a minimum of 3,000 feet of runway.
5. I will not use, operate or allow ATD Flight Systems’ Aircraft to be used or operated (a) beyond gliding distance of any shoreline, (b) in any race, speed test or contest, (c) for transportation of persons or property for hire, (d) to tow an object I for any illegal purpose, (e) by any person other than Renter who signed this Rental Agreement, or (f) outside of the United States, unless prior approval is given by ATD Flight Systems’ management.
6. I agree that the Aircraft will not be maintained, used, operated, or stored in violation of any applicable law or any rule, regulation, or order of any government or governmental authority having jurisdiction (domestic or foreign), or in violation of any airworthiness certificate, license, or registration relating to the Aircraft or its use. Aircraft operations shall be limited to operations allowed under Part 91 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations unless specifically approved by ATD Flight Systems. Operator further agrees not to operate or locate the Aircraft or suffer the Aircraft to be operated or located in any area excluded from coverage by the Aircraft insurance.
7. I will telephone ATD Flight Systems at 816-221-8455 if I am unable to return the Aircraft at the agreed time for any reason or encounter any maintenance problem while away from ATD Flight Systems.
8. I agree to pay any landing fees, tie down fees, or any other charge incurred by me while the Aircraft is in my possession.
9. I will pay a minimum charge of .3 hours for each hour that I have the Aircraft scheduled and/or have the Aircraft in my possession, whichever is greater, between the normal business hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM unless prior arrangements have been approved by ATD maanagement. There is no charge applied for reservations outside of normal business hours or if the plane is reserved overnight.
10. Extended flights of more than three days must be requested and approved by management with current contact information before putting the flight on the schedule
    1. All scheduling will be done via Flight Schedule Pro (FSP) or by calling the office personnel(dispatcher) who will post it to FSP.
    2. Cancellations/No Shows/Late Returns – I accept and will abide by the then-current cancellation and no-show policy of ATD Flight Systems. If I am unable to fly an Aircraft as scheduled, I will cancel in a timely manner via FSP, and by calling the office during normal business hours at 816-221-8455 to advise them of the cancellation. As of the date of this Rental Agreement, the following penalties are in affect if not canceled in a timely manner:
       • There is no penalty for cancellation due to weather, illness or maintenance problems. Safety and good aeronautical decision making is respected and appreciated. But please cancel as soon as possible.
       • Late cancellations/No Shows (after the initial scheduled time has passed) will be charged .3 hours per hour for at least the first two hours of scheduled time and if a dual flight, a charge of one hour of dual to be paid to the flight instructor at the renters expense. The schedule will then be removed after one hour and the Aircraft made available to the public unless ATD has heard from the renter.
       • Late returns cannot be tolerated without timely notification to ATD so that we may notify the next renter as soon as possible. Please respect this rule.
       • To be clear about this, communication is key to avoiding excess charges; please talk to us and let us know what is happening. We want each Renter’s flight to go as planned, and without any inconvenience to the next pilot as well. These policies are to ensure accurate Aircraft and instructor scheduling and efficient use of resources.
       • The Cancellations/No-Shows/Late Returns is subject to revisions by ATD in ATD’s sole discretion.
11. I will report all accidents, major or minor, to ATD Flight Systems at once, together with the names and addresses of witnesses and involved parties. In the event of an accident I will not permit the Aircraft to be moved unless expressly authorized by ATD Flight Systems or local, state, or federal authorities and will do all that I can to protect the Aircraft and its equipment from further loss.
12. I agree to pay my bill immediately after completion of any flight, or if after hours, I will call ATD the next day to pay this bill over the phone, email, or allow ATD to charge my credit card if one is on file. Interest charges on any balance remaining in delinquent status may apply if not resolved in a timely fashion. I will also pay to ATD any sales, retail, or transactional tax due as a result of the rental payment.
13. I will accept the Hobbs Meter reading to the next highest tenth if it is showing. If no Hobbs Meter is installed, or is inoperative or has failed, the tachometer will be used and the flight time will be computed at 1.2 times the tachometer time. Should the starting time be recorded incorrectly, I must bring this to the attention to the dispatch office or management before starting the flight.
14. I agree to pay the cost of recovering the Aircraft if abandoned away from the Downtown Kansas City, Charles B. Wheeler Airport (MKC) including: all transportation expenses for one pilot to the abandoned Aircraft, pilot time at standard solo rate for all time recorded on the Aircraft while away from home base, and all other costs directly related to this operation.
15. I will obtain weather reports, forecasts, NOTAMs, AIRMETs, SIGMETs, and everything required by FARs to file FAA flight plans for all cross-country flights, and to use the Aircraft only for this purpose and over the route specified. Flight following is also recommended and is considered mandatory if a flight plan has not been filed.
16. Should I need to purchase fuel for the Aircraft at my own expense, I will have it credited to my account for the amount of my purchase in accordance with the current ATD Flight Systems reimbursement rate (up to $6.00 per gallon). I understand all purchases must be documented with an original receipt at the time the Aircraft is returned. Each ATD Aircraft has a Multi Service Credit Card located in the flight log and may be used if it is accepted by the FBO.
17. I agree to see that the Aircraft is securely tied down in a proper area, master battery and ignition switches off, controls secured, and doors locked when parked away from ATD Flight Systems. I will report any suspicious or criminal activity to ATD Flight Systems (816-221-8455), MKC Airport Security, the Airport Watch Hotline (1-866/GA-SECURE) or local Authorities (911) as necessary.
18. I agree to remain current in each Aircraft I fly in accordance with FARs and to have a recheck if I have not flown an ATD Flight Systems Aircraft within the preceding 90 days. I will remain knowledgeable of the Aircraft, its systems, and subsystems and agree to comply with all POH limitations, warnings, and cautions for the Aircraft. Renters who are not current or familiar with Aircraft will complete a minimum one-hour checkout with an ATD Flight Systems instructor. This currency will include a Flight Review if one is needed.
19. I will operate in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations. Any pilot who acts in an unsafe manner in the air or on the ground or who knowingly violates FARs, at the sole discretion of ATD Flight Systems management, may have their rental privileges terminated.
20. I will pay all sales and uses taxes in accordance with state laws. I agree to indemnify and hold ATD Flight Systems harmless for any taxies, duties, or other fees related to my use or operation of the Aircraft.
21. I will not perform or authorize any repairs or adjustments, nor make any purchases in relation to the Aircraft without authorization from ATD Flight Systems’ management. All repairs and fueling will be made by properly licensed facilities and personnel.
    • Except for minor repairs of scheduled maintenance performed by qualified personnel, costing $100.00 or less. Renter will not have repairs made to any part of the Aircraft or its equipment without specific authorization from ATD Flight Systems.
    • In the event of required repairs when the estimated down-time exceeds 24 hours, the Renter has the option of: (1) returning by other means at his or her own expense, in which case expenses incurred in bringing the Aircraft home will be borne by ATD Flight Systems, or (2) remaining with the Aircraft at his or her own expense until repairs have been completed enabling completion of flight plan and return to home base.
    • If the Aircraft is abandoned away from the home base airport for reasons within the Renter’s control, the Renter will be charged pilot expenses plus flight time at dual rates to return the Aircraft to home base.
    • ATD Flight Systems will not reimburse the Renter for any overtime charges, call-out fees, or any other after-hours charges made by a maintenance facility. Other expenses incurred by the Renter as a result of a mechanical delay such as rental cars, hotel rooms, meals, airline fare, etc. will not be reimbursed.
22. During each rental period and until such time as the Aircraft is returned to ATD’s home base at the Downtown Airport in Kansas City, MO (KMKC), I assume and shall bear the entire risk of any loss or damage to the Aircraft to the extent not covered by insurance. ATD charges a $1.85 deductible fee for each Aircraft rental. Should an incident occur involving an insurance claim, ATD will cover the deductible. Please notify ATD of any damage so that they may ground the Aircraft for repairs.
23. I will not smoke in the Aircraft. If found to be in violation of ATD Flight Systems’ non-smoking policy, I forfeit all privileges as an ATD Flight Systems customer and agree to pay a cleaning charge.
24. In order to ensure a safe environment for employees and customers, ATD Flight Systems LLC prohibits the wearing, transporting, storage, or presence of firearms or other dangerous weapons in our facilities or on our property including anywhere that company business is conducted. This includes all ATD Flight Systems LLC aircraft and its leasebacked airplanes in the fleet. Anyone who violates this policy may be removed from the property. Possession of a valid concealed weapons permit authorized by the State of Missouri is not an exemption under this policy.
25. I will provide all necessary personal identification and information as requested by ATD Flight Systems in a timely manner (10 business days prior to first (or next) operation of the Aircraft) including, but not limited to: driver’s license, pilot’s license, passport, medical certificate, log book verification, and applicable visas. I also understand that I will not be allowed to rent an ATD Aircraft without an ATD instructor until ATD has received these documents.
26. I understand that I may be subject to a background check and associated fees as required by the FAA or other regulatory agencies.
27. I will maintain Aircraft security and cleanliness by following the checklist (i.e.: electrical switches, fuel selector valve, control-lock, proper tie-down, locking all doors and installing pitot tube cover) and removing all trash from the Aircraft after each flight and agree to pay a cleaning fee for especially dirty Aircraft (vomit, and food/soda spills) if deemed necessary in ATD management’s sole discretion.
28. I may not practice or intentionally spin an ATD Flight Systems Aircraft except as part of an authorized training syllabus and with written permission from ATD management.
29. Only 100LL aviation fuel will be used in ATD Flight Systems’ Aircraft. Auto gasoline is NOT permitted. When outside air temperature is above 75 degrees Fahrenheit – tanks should not be filled past the bottom of the tank neck (to prevent fuel overflow siphoning). Fueling rules are subject to change by ATD.
30. If I plan to fly an ATD Flight Systems Aircraft under instrument flight rules (IFR), I understand that I must have an IFR checkout by an ATD Flight Systems instructor. Night visual flight rules (VFR) cross-country is limited to currently qualified instrument rated pilots, or those pilots who have completed a night checkout by an ATD Flight Systems instructor.
31. The cost of a check returned by our bank, for any reason, is $25.00.
32. Pilots are encouraged to further protect themselves by purchasing a “Non-Owner Rental Insurance” policy.
33. ATD Flight Systems’ management reserves the rights to alter, modify, amend, remove, waive, or add any rule by notifying all pilots. Any pilot who flies an ATD Flight Systems Aircraft after receipt of notification has, by implication, acknowledged and accepted the rule.
34. This Rental Agreement shall be governed by and is to be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Missouri, exclusive of its conflict of law rules.
35. I acknowledge that neither ATD nor its officers, directors, employees, contractors, or agents is making, has made, or shall be deemed to be making or have made, any warranty or representation, either express or implied, written or oral, with respect to the aircraft rented hereunder or any engine or component thereof, including, without limitation, any warranty as to design, compliance with specifications, quality of materials or workmanship, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, use or operation, airworthiness, safety, patent, trademark or copyright infringement, or title.
36. Time is of the essence in this Rental Agreement.
37. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision of this Rental Agreement, or any portion thereof, to be unenforceable, that provision of the Rental Agreement will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to affect the intent of Renter and ATD, and the remainder of the Rental Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
38. Failure by either Party to enforce any provision of this Rental Agreement will not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any provision.

TRAINING AGREEMENT

I understand that I must adhere to ATD Flight Systems’ training agreement, including the policies and procedures (hereinafter the “Training Agreement”), as provided below. The following terms and conditions apply:

1. ATD will provide aircraft training based on the scope mutually agreed between myself and ATD (the “Training Services”). Training shall be provided at the then-current rates as made available by ATD. I shall observe and obey all applicable rules, laws, and regulations, in connection with Training Services.
2. Subject to ATD’s requirements and prior commitments, the Training Services shall be performed in accordance with training dates mutually agreed between me and ATD, subject to weather, availability of Aircraft (as defined in the Rental Agreement), and availability of ground and flight instructors.
3. ATD does not represent, warrant, guarantee or assure that I will satisfactorily complete the Training Services or will achieve the necessary or required proficiency and skills to qualify for any license, certificate or rating issued by any regulatory agency or government authority including but not limited to the Federal Aviation Administration. If ATD acting in good faith ascertains that I cannot satisfactorily complete a level of training, ATD shall notify me and I may either withdraw from the training or retrain with alternate training sessions and associated costs as mutually agreed by both parties, and ATD shall have no further obligation hereunder.
4. ATD shall issue me an invoice upon the completion of each training sessions (which may include cost for Aircraft rental). An amount shall be due and paid promptly upon completion of each training session where Training Services are provided. Any additional costs shall be subject to a separate invoice and shall be paid upon receipt. I will call ATD the next day to pay this bill over the phone, email, or allow ATD to charge my credit card if one is on file. Interest charges on any balance remaining in delinquent status may apply if not resolved in a timely fashion. I will also pay to ATD any sales, retail, or transactional tax due as a result of the rental payment.
5. ATD reserves the right to immediately suspend, without notice, any Training Services in the event that the I fail to make any payment that is required hereunder and ATD has the right to exercise all recourses available at law against me under this Training Agreement or any other agreement in place between me and ATD. ATD has the option to terminate this Training Agreement and the Training Services if there are any amounts due hereunder that are left unpaid after the due date and written notice of such non-payment is not cured within one (1) calendar day, or if I breach any of the other terms and conditions of this Training Agreement or any other agreement in place between me and ATD.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties: With respect to any and all training services and documentation provided by ATD under this agreement and subject to compliance with statutory requirements, ATD has advised me and I acknowledge that the usefulness and sufficiency of the training services and documentation depend on the experience and capabilities of each pilot and any particular aircraft, and the documentation may not be applicable to or suitable for use in other aicraft or types of operations, even with respect to use for the same aircraft type. Accordingly, ATD disclaims and excludes all warranties regarding the provision of these training services, whether express, implied or statutory, including any warranty of merchantability, any warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, and any warranties arising from course of performance, course of dealing, or usage of trade.
7. This Training Agreement shall be governed by and is to be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Missouri, exclusive of its conflict of law rules.
8. Time is of the essence in this Training Agreement.
9. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision of this Training Agreement, or any portion thereof, to be unenforceable, that provision of the Training Agreement will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to affect the intent of myself and ATD, and the remainder of the Training Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
10. Failure by either Party to enforce any provision of this Training Agreement will not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any provision.

TSA PREREQUISITE FOR NON-US CITIZENS

Overview: TSA has issued Title 49 of the United States Code of Federal Regulations Part 1552 that prohibits a flight school from providing flight training in an aircraft or aircraft simulator to non US Citizens without TSA approval. Under this Rule pilots must create and maintain a TSA account at https://www.fts.tsa.dhs.gov/. Based on these details TSA will determine that the candidate is not a threat to aviation or national security and issue permission to train.

Caution: Your flight training may be delayed or denied.
TSA applications should be made at least 30 days prior to your scheduled training event.

COVENANT NOT TO SUE, LIABILITY RELEASE, AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT

I hereby affirm that I am aware that flying and activities associated with flying have inherent and unforeseeable risks, which may result in serious injury or death.

I understand and agree that neither my instructor nor ATD flight systems, llc nor any of their respective employees, officers, agents, contractors, owners, subsidiaries, agents, or assigns, (hereafter referred to as “released parties”) may be held liable or responsible in any way, and I hereby releases, discharges and covenants not to sue the released parties, for any injury, death, or other damages to me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in flying aircraft, flying in aircraft, flight instruction, aircraft rental, aircraft operations, ramp operations, the rental agreement, the training agreement, training services, participation in an accelerated training program, or any associated activities involved with these activities or agreements I have entered into with ATD flight systems, llc (hereafter referred to as “flight activities”), or as a result of the negligence of any party, including the released parties, whether passive or active.

In consideration of being allowed to participate in flight activities, I hereby personally assume all risks of flight activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen, that may befall me while I am participating in these activities. I further indemnify, release, exempt, and hold harmless the released parties from any claim or lawsuit by me, my family, estate, heirs, or assigns, or any loss, liability, damage, or cost arising out of my participation in flight activities including both claims arising during any course of training or after I receive my pilot certification(s), and any losses or claims due cause directly or indirectly by my inability to completed an accelerated training program by any certain date (or within any certain amount of time) for any reason whatsoever.

In no event will ATD be liable for any incidental, consequential, special, direct, indirect, economic or statutory damages resulting from, arising out of or in connection with the flight activity, rental of an aircraft, the provision of the training services, or any documentation related thereto. I also understand that flight activities are physically demanding and that I must seek the ongoing care of a licensed and authorized aviation medical examiner and that I will not hold released parties responsible for events resulting from my physical condition, limitations, or incapacitation. I further state that I am of lawful age and legally competent to sign this liability release or that I have acquired the written consent of my parent or guardian.

I understand the terms herein are contractual and not merely recital and that I have signed this document of my own free act and with the knowledge that I hereby waive my legal rights. I fully understand that I have given up substantial rights and have been given the opportunity to consult a lawyer with respect to my rights and liabilities prior to entering into this contract. I further agree if any provision of this agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision may be served from this agreement; however the remainder of this agreement shall then be construed as though the unenforceable provision had never been contained therein.

I, by this instrument and my signature agree to exempt and release my instructors, ATD flight systems, llc and all related entities as defined above of all liability or responsibility whatsoever for personal injury, property from damage, or wrongful death however caused, including, but not limited to, the negligence of the released parties, whether passive of active. I have fully informed myself of the contents of this liability release and assumption of risk agreement by reading it before I signed it on behalf of my heirs and myself.

FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE (UNDER AGE 18 AT TIME OF CONSENT)

This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree not only to his/her release of ATD Flight Systems, LLC. and all other Released Parties, but also to release and indemnify the Released Parties from any and all liabilities incident to his/her involvement in these programs for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin.