Motorfluggruppe Zürich
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Contact information
Home airport
LSZH
City and Postal Code
Zurich 8058
Coordinates
47.4534436
8.571613
Website https://mfgz.ch
Email info@mfgz.ch
Phone +41 44 798 49 90
Trainings
- Privatpilotenlizenz (PPL)
- Instrumentenflugberechtigung (IR)
- Kompetenzbasierte Instrumentenflugberechtigung (IR)
- Berufspilotenlizenz (CPL)
- Theoretischer Unterricht
- Nachtflug VFR
- ICAO-Sprachbefähigungsprüfung
- Fluglehrer (FI)
- Simulatortraining
- Charterflüge
- Multi Engine Piston (MEP)
- PC-12 Klassenberechtigung
- European Flight Training IFR/MEP
- Lizenzumwandlung
Aircrafts
- Sonaca S201 HB-KGW
- Sonaca S201 HB-KGX
- Diamond DA40 NG HB-SGD
- Diamond DA40 NG HB-SGV
- Diamond DA40 NG HB-SGY
- Diamond DA40 NG HB-SGJ
- Cessna 172 HB-CYH
- Cessna 172 HB-CKG
- Cessna 172 HB-CLH
- DA42 NG HB-LWF
- Pilatus PC12NG D-FQDP
Aircraft types
- single-engine piston
- multi-engine piston
- complex aircraft
Brief description Motorfluggruppe Zürich
The Motorfluggruppe Zürich (MFGZ) is Switzerland's oldest and largest powered flying club and one of its biggest flight schools, based at Zurich Airport. Founded in 1928, MFGZ has offered pilot training since 1929 and operates in a professional international environment where student pilots are trained alongside airline traffic. It is part of the Swiss Pilot School Association and meets European EASA standards. Training programs include Private Pilot License (PPL), Instrument Rating (IR), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), night flying, flight instructor courses, simulator training, as well as advanced ratings such as Multi Engine Piston (MEP) and the complex aircraft Pilatus PC-12 NG. The versatile fleet includes Sonaca S201, Diamond DA40 NG, Cessna 172, DA42 NG and Pilatus PC12NG. Other services include sightseeing flights over the Swiss landscape and comprehensive aircraft maintenance, certified in accordance with CAO regulations. The club fosters a strong community with events, lectures and cross-country flights over the sea, and offers comprehensive flight training at a major international airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Motorfluggruppe Zürich located?
Motorfluggruppe Zürich is based at Zurich Airport (LSZH) in Zürich-Flughafen, Switzerland. Its listed address is MFGZ General Aviation Center, 8058 Zürich-Flughafen. The school operates from one of Switzerland's main aviation hubs, near the city of Zurich.
What licenses and training programs does Motorfluggruppe Zürich offer?
Motorfluggruppe Zürich offers training for the Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Instrument Rating (IR), Competency-based IR, Flight Instructor (FI), and licence conversion. It also provides night flying VFR, simulator training, theoretical instruction, ICAO Language Proficiency Exam preparation, Multi Engine Piston (MEP), PC-12 class rating, and European IFR/MEP training.
How much does flight training at Motorfluggruppe Zürich cost?
No official pricing was provided in the available data. For current fees, contact Motorfluggruppe Zürich directly, as training costs can vary by license, aircraft type, and total flight hours. In Switzerland, pilot training is typically priced individually rather than as a fixed package.
What aircraft does Motorfluggruppe Zürich use for training?
Motorfluggruppe Zürich operates a mixed fleet that includes Sonaca S201, Diamond DA40 NG, Cessna 172, Diamond DA42 NG, and Pilatus PC-12NG aircraft. This gives students access to single-engine piston, multi-engine piston, and complex aircraft training.
Is Motorfluggruppe Zürich a flying club?
Yes. Motorfluggruppe Zürich is a flying club and also a flight school. It is described as the oldest and largest motor flying club in Switzerland.
In which language is training available at Motorfluggruppe Zürich?
Training is listed in German. If you need support in another language, it is best to ask the school directly whether that can be arranged.
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