About us

The Tampa Bay Soaring Society (TBSS) was started in 1978 and is now based at Zephyrhills Municipal Airport (KZPH) adjacent to Runway 01/19. The club has more than 100 full-time and seasonal members. Our glider fleet includes two Grob 103’s, two Blanik L23’s, LS4, ASW 19, two Schweizer1-36’s, War Pickle. We also have two tow-planes: a 235 hp Pawnee and CalAir. Guest Rides and Instruction are available year-round on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting). Flight operations generally start at 12:00 PM and finish by 5:00 PM.

TBSS prides itself in offering lower cost / high quality access to the sport of soaring. We welcome new and experienced pilots. TBSS is a 501(c)3 not for profit company and we are proud members of the Soaring Society of America (SSA). We recently constructed 3,000 sq. ft. hangar used to house our tow-planes and perform maintenance on club gliders as needed. All members are expected to participate in flight line duties and general club maintenance chores as needed.

Guest Rides are available on a first-come / first-serve basis each day the club operates. Each guest ride is $125 ($100 each for groups of 6 or more).

RV parking space is available (for a small fee) for members to bring their own vehicles and spend the night. There are 6 RV parking spots available for rental (first come first serve) with 30 & 50 amp power and water. Our club-house features a fully furnished kitchen, private rest room with shower and screened porch where members usually gather at the end of the day to “elaborate” on the accomplishments of their flights.