Proudly Serving Southwest Ohio Pilots Since 1929!

Start Flying With Hogan Flying Service

Join Us For Primary, Advanced, and Tailwheel Instruction - Plus Aircraft Rentals.

Our Services

Hogan Flying Service is a Part 61 flight school dedicated to helping you reach your aviation goals quickly and affordably.

Flight Training

We provide customized Part 61 flight training.

Flight Reviews

Stay current and get your flight review with us.

Tailwheel Endorsement

Become a safer pilot by mastering stick and rudder flying.

Aircraft Rental

Rent from our fleet of Cessna and Piper aircraft.

About Hogan Flying Service

Joe and Bernie Hogan started flying in 1929 and bought their first Waco 10 in 1932. That same year, Joe’s parents, William and Emma Hogan purchased Hamilton Airport, transitioning from farming to aviation and the rest is aviation history!

Over the years, the Hogan family engaged in flight instruction, barnstorming, air charter, maintenance, aircraft restoration, and more, laying the foundation for what is now Butler County Regional Airport – Hogan Field.

Tom Hogan has continued the legacy by operating Hogan Flying Service as a flight school since 1991.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Become A Pilot?

Your aviation journey starts with a discovery flight.

Meet your instructor, explore the aircraft, take the controls, and experience the thrill of flying!

Afterward, you’ll work with your instructor to create a personalized plan based on your goals and budget.

You’ll begin training for your private pilot certificate, followed by your instrument rating, commercial pilot certificate, and beyond.

Training With Hogan Flying Services

As a 14 CFR Part 61 Flight School, Hogan Flying Service offers the flexibility to tailor your training to fit your needs and pace.

We understand the importance of staying within your budget while maximizing your learning experience. With us, you can customize your flight training to suit your goals and resources.

What Are The Age Requirements To Fly?

There is no age restriction on learning to fly.

Whether you’re 10 or 65+, you can start training at any time.

While the FAA sets no age restrictions for training, you must be at least 16 years old to solo and hold a Student Pilot’s License, and 17 years old to earn a Private Pilot’s License.

The main requirement is that you can obtain at least a third-class medical.

How Do I Rent An Aircraft From You?

Renting From Hogan Flying Service

We’re thrilled that you’re interested in renting one of our aircraft!

If you’d like to fly with an instructor, simply fill out the short form on the next page, and one of our instructors will reach out to you soon to schedule your flight. For solo flights, a renter’s checkout flight is required.

If you are a renter, please read the next section below!

Renter’s Check Out

Our renter’s checkout process is straightforward.

Our goal is to ensure you’re safe to fly, familiar with our aircraft, and to get to know you better. It’s not a pass/fail situation—if you need more time to get comfortable with the aircraft or brush up on maneuvers, we’ll be happy to schedule additional flights until you feel proficient.

Here’s what you can expect:

Can I Rent An Aircraft Overnight?

Overnight Rentals

Yes, you can absolutely rent our aircraft overnight!

Our policy is simple: just ensure you log enough flight time to justify the rental duration.

We ask that you fly 2 hours on the Hobbs per day you have the aircraft overnight. We don’t charge any extra fees for overnight rentals beyond the flight time you put on the aircraft.

Do I Need Renter's Insurance?

Renter’s Insurance

Yes, before renting our aircraft, we’ll need to verify and make a copy of your current renter’s insurance policy.

If you don’t have a policy yet, AOPA is a great resource to explore. Many of our students have also found success and competitive rates with AVEMCO for their renter’s insurance.

We recommend at least $60,000 in renter’s insurance (hull coverage) to rent our aircraft. This coverage typically costs around $600 per year.

For more information or assistance, please reach out to a flight instructor who can help you choose the right policy for your needs.