Downwind Flying Club
Our Fleet
The club boasts three spectacular aircraft suited for any need.

N384HS - ARCHER II
The Archer is a very strong (180 hp) entry-level aircraft that is equally happy flying regional cross country or doing instrument training. It is currently based at MBT.
EQUIPMENT
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Garmin GNS 430W (WAAS)
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Garmin GNS 430
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Garmin GTX 330ES Transponder ADS-B
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PS Engineering PMA8000B Audio Panel
N46526 CESSNA 172K
This is a beautiful C172 with an updated panel. It has a powerful 150 hp engine and makes for a solid cross-country machine, and with 2 - Garmin G5s, it is perfect for doing instrument training.
EQUIPMENT
2 Garmin G5s: ATT & HSI, Garmin GMA 345 audio panel, Garmin GNC 255A com/nav, Garmin GTR 225 com 2, Garmin GNX 375 GPS/TXPR with WAAS and ADSB in and out, Fully coupled Garmin GFC autopilot, 500ARTEX 345 ELT w/ remote switch on instrument panel, new leather interior, Millennium cylinders.


N2705R - Arrow II
N2705R is an awesome airplane to fly in VFR or IFR weather. Well equipped with a new Garmin stack. Pilot requirements: Complex endorsement & 25 hrs in retractable or 5 hours in make and model. Fuel capacity is 50 gallons/48 useable. 8000' cruise altitude will burn 9.5-10.0 gph for 5 hours of flight and over 700 nm.
EQUIPMENT
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Garmin GTN-650 GPS/NAV/COM
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with bluetooth and FIS-B Weather
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G5 Horizontal ADI with backup battery
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Garmin GMA 340 Audio/Comm panel
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Garmin GTX-345 ADS-B In and Out Transponder,
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Auto Extension of the Landing Gear
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Autopilot
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"Super Tip" wingtip mod
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External electrical aux plug