Frequently Asked Questions

Douglas Flight Services, LLC is a professional aviation services company based at Speedway Airport (KHMP) in Hampton, Georgia. We specialize in aircraft ownership, dry leasing, aircraft rentals, and flight training partnerships, with a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and FAA compliance.

We are based exclusively at Speedway Airport (KHMP) in Hampton, Georgia. All aircraft operations, rentals, and partnerships operate from KHMP.

Our current fleet includes a 1976 Piper Archer II, meticulously maintained and ideal for:

• Private Pilot (PPL) training
   
• Instrument Rating (IFR) training
   
• Time building
   
• Proficiency flying
   

Additional aircraft may be added as our fleet grows.

Douglas Flight Services does not directly provide flight instruction. However, we partner with FAA-certified flight schools and instructors who utilize our aircraft for training through approved leaseback and instructional agreements.swer to this item.

Yes. Qualified pilots may rent aircraft under a FAA-compliant dry lease rental agreement, subject to:

• Pilot certification and currency verification
   
• Minimum flight experience requirements
   
• Proof of renter’s insurance
   
• Completion of a checkout flight (if required)
   

All rentals are based on Hobbs time.

Pilot requirements typically include:

• Valid FAA Pilot Certificate (PPL, IFR, or Commercial as applicable)
   
• Minimum total flight hours (typically 300 hours)
   
• Current medical (or BasicMed, if applicable)
   
• Valid renter’s insurance (minimum $150,000 liability)
   
• Completion of aircraft checkout
   

Exact requirements are outlined in the rental agreement.

Yes. All renters must carry non-owned aircraft (renter’s) insurance meeting our minimum coverage requirements. Proof of insurance must be provided prior to scheduling.

Safety is our top priority. We ensure:

• Strict adherence to FAA regulations and airworthiness standards
   
• Routine inspections and preventive maintenance
   
• Transparent maintenance tracking
   
• Clear operational control language in all agreements
   

Pilots are expected to exercise sound aeronautical decision-making at all times.

All aircraft rentals and leaseback arrangements are structured as FAA-compliant dry leases, meaning:

• The renter or lessee has operational control of the aircraft
   
• Fuel, oil, and operational decisions are the responsibility of the pilot in command
   
• No illegal charter or commercial operations are permitted

Yes. Douglas Flight Services offers select aircraft leaseback partnerships with flight schools and operators. Leaseback terms vary and are structured to:

• Maintain FAA compliance
   
• Protect aircraft owners
   
• Ensure predictable utilization and maintenance cost sharing
   

Contact us directly for leaseback inquiries.

Aircraft scheduling is available through our online scheduling system. Approved pilots may book aircraft availability directly once onboarding requirements are complete.

Rates vary by aircraft and usage type. Current rental rates are provided during the onboarding process and outlined in the rental agreement. All rates are based on Hobbs time, with additional fees for overnight use when applicable.

Yes. Overnight and cross-country flights are permitted with prior approval. Overnight fees may apply and are outlined in the rental agreement.

Douglas Flight Services offers limited aircraft management and ownership support services, including leaseback coordination, utilization tracking, and compliance oversight.

To get started:

1. Contact us via email or phone
    
2. Complete the pilot onboarding and verification process
    
3. Submit required documentation
    
4. Schedule your checkout and first flight

📧 Email: info@douglasflightsvc.com
📞 Phone: (678) 858-9826
📍 Location: Speedway Airport (KHMP), Hampton, GA