Our trial flights are for a full one hour and allow a potential pilot to 'have a go' and size up learning to fly.  Your qualified Instructor will briefly discuss with you how the controls work and then ask you to assist in 'pre-flighting' the aircraft.  Then, it's time for you to take the PILOT SEAT and we take to the air!

The Instructor will take off & land, but for the majority of what's in between - YOU FLY THE AIRCRAFT, under careful direction of your experienced and qualified Flight Instructor.  You will operate the ailerons and elevators, whilst flying the aircraft straight & level, climbing and descending.  Whilst flying the aircraft you will be greeted with the truly magnificent local scenery of Moreton Bay & Bribie Island.

Call and speak to one of our friendly team to arrange a booking or purchase a Gift Voucher:

(07) 3203 1777
enquiries@redcliffeaeroclub.com.au

Why fly with Redcliffe Aero Club?

Atmosphere, Experience, Reputation, Safety, Technology and Standards

Redcliffe Aero Club is both a quality training organization for all levels, and a true, flying Club with the atmosphere that brings.  In fact, Redcliffe Aero Club, back in the 1960's was the initiating force behind the the Redcliffe Aerodrome - our founding Members effectively built the Aerodrome.  We have been training pilot's for almost 40 years, to a professional and safe standard.

We would like to think we have experience when it comes to pilot training, having started in 1969. The Aero Club has excellent club house, briefing facilities and aircraft.  We have the ability to train to any level of licence you may require.  The Aero Club holds a CASA issued Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for flying training and Charter operations, which provides the end user (you) with assurances of safety compliance and quality.

Our fleet consists of aircraft which are maintained by highly trained, licensed and approved Engineers and our Pilots are safety conscious, professional and experienced in Flight Instructing and Charter operations.

The Redcliffe Aero Club, trains people with all goals.  Whether your intending to use  your PPL for recreation and fun, or whether you are seeking a career as pilot, we can take you from your very first flight right through to a multi engine command instrument rating ready to apply for an airline job!

The Redcliffe Aero Club has an excellent reputation throughout the industry for training to high standards.  Many of our students achieve work with regional and major airlines.  Our facilties and aircraft are often used by CASA themselves and some regional airlines utilise our RAC-7000 simulator for their pilot selection.  Our reputation is highlighted by the fact our Instructors and Aircraft are often the first point of call for entities such as - Channel 7, Channel 9, Sky News, The Courier Mail, Queensland Fire and Rescue and other Government Departments when transfers are needed of their key people.

Redcliffe Aero Club has within it's fleet of over 14 aircraft, including recent model Cessna 172-SP aircraft.  These aircraft have the latest avionics, comfortable leather seats and are produced by a world renowned, safety proven companies. Redcliffe Aero Club takes safety very seriously and has introduced a safety management system to ensure our focus is always on safety outcomes.

Technology - At Redcliffe we like our gadgets.  The club is a market leader in innovation and technology in world class Aviation training.  We have an electronic bookings system, which means you can view on-line bookings and aircraft availability.  We have Queensland's best simulator, requiring 6 computers to run!  All our student briefing is computer based using the latest technology.  At RAC we utilise the latest in technology to provide you with the best training and environment available.

Pay As You Go - Simply join as a member of the Club, and then pay for each of your lessons on conclusion of that flight.  We do not ask you to pay and risk thousands of dollars with advanced-payment schemes - There is no financial risk in learning to fly with Redcliffe Aero Club.

Redcliffe Aero Club is a Recognised Training Organisation - As a registered training organisation (RTO No. 30186) we have met strict compliance and audit requirements set by the Training and Employment Recognition Council.  Within our RTO scope, we have been approved to provide training towards a Certificate IV in Aviation (AVI40108) and a Diploma in Aviation (AVI50408).  Training towards either of these qualification is GST exempt from your very first lesson. 

What do I do from here...?

On your way to your PPL (Private Pilot's Licence) or CPL (Commercial Pilot's Licence), your first goal is to achieve your GFPT (General Flying Progress Test) - this is really your local area, passenger carrying privilege.  We have a 'Frequently Asked Questions' Page that covers what you'll need to know to get started towards your training.

You are most welcome to give us a call and make an appointment with one of our qualified and experienced Flight Instructors for a chat and coffee about your learning to fly interest.

Our Company Philosophy.... 

Quality Aircraft, quality Facilities and quality People.....