BASE: Islip MacArthur Airport (KISP) | Ronkonkoma, Long Island, NY AOPA NETWORK AFFILIATE: ACTIVE COMMUNITY
✈
Long Island MacArthur Airport • KISP

Promoting Safe & Economical Flying Since 1969

Originally established as the Grumman Aerospace Corporation Employees Flying Club, GACE is a community-focused flying club where members act as partial owners of a well-maintained fleet with access to in-house Certified Flight Instructors.

Membership Inquiry Member Scheduling Portal
1969
Founded by Grumman Staff
KISP
Islip MacArthur Airport
EQUITY
Fractional Fleet Ownership
IN-HOUSE
CFI Instruction & Ratings

Fleet Operations & Training

Equipped for local currency, cross-country flights, and advanced FAA pilot ratings.

Club Aircraft Fleet (Cessna)

VFR / IFR Certified

Well-maintained general aviation aircraft dedicated to member safety, consistent maintenance cycles, and cross-country accessibility across New York and beyond.

  • Aircraft Models Cessna Fleet (e.g. 172 Series)
  • Avionics Standard IFR Equipped / GPS Nav
  • Flight Training In-House CFIs for Ratings & Currency
  • Operating Base MacArthur Airport Ramp (ISP)

GACE Member Portal

Active Aviators

Online platform giving active co-owners real-time control over their flight reservations, account billing, and safety announcements.

  • Flight Scheduler Online Reservation System
  • Safety News "From the Left Seat" Newsletter
  • Community Hub Hangar Projects & Social News
  • Account Admin Direct Administrator Support

The Co-Ownership Advantage

Why Long Island pilots choose fractional club ownership over standard commercial FBO rentals.

True Fractional Ownership

Members act as partial owners of the fleet, sharing fixed hangar and insurance costs to make ongoing flight hours substantially more economical.

CFI Instruction & Currency

Club-affiliated Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) assist members with Biennial Flight Reviews (BFR), Instrument Proficiency Checks (IPC), and new ratings.

Volunteer Community Culture

Active participation in seasonal plane washes, volunteer hangar upkeep, and safety seminars that build lifelong camaraderie among pilots.

Club Meetings & Gatherings

Join fellow aviators for monthly business and safety discussions at MacArthur Airport.

Monthly General Membership Meeting

Held regularly at Modern Aviation Lounge (KISP) • 7:00 PM

Review upcoming club fly-outs, maintenance reports, flight safety topics, and connect with fellow Long Island aviators.

View Club Events Calendar