The Aero Club Arnstadt e.V. (ACA) is a non-profit aviation club in Thuringia, Germany, that offers aviation enthusiasts, especially youth and adults, the opportunity to fulfill their dream of flying. The club focuses on training for the Sport Pilot License (SPL) for ultralight aircraft, contingent upon a medical fitness check. Training includes a minimum of 60 hours of theory covering air law, navigation, meteorology, radio communication, and at least 30 hours of practical flight training with solo flights. The club operates well-maintained ultralight aircraft like the Aeroprakt A22L2 and B&F FK9 Mk VI and provides a flight simulator for additional training.
Highlights include affordable SPL training, use of club aircraft, participation in airshows, monthly pilot meetings, educational seminars, visits to aviation museums, and tours of control towers at larger airports. The club encourages a vibrant aviation community with various member events and functions.