Recreational Pilot Licence

Whether you’re intending to fly recreationally or seeking a career in aviation, the Recreational Pilot Licence is the first step in achieving your goal. As part of your training you will cover the basic sequences of aircraft operation and handling, progressing through to your first solo flight and first training area solo flight. On obtaining a Recreational Pilot Licence, you’ll be able to carry passengers providing you remain within the vicinity of the aerodrome. You will be eligible to train for extra endorsements such as operating in controlled airspace and conducting cross-country flights. Allow approximately 30-35 hours of flying instruction for this stage of your training.
 

Commercial Pilot Licence

The Commercial Pilot Licence is the gateway to a successful career as a pilot in the aviation industry. Our CASA approved training syllabus further enhances your Recreational and Private Licence training, developing the skills and knowledge required to operate aircraft in a commercial environment. This course is designed to maximise flexibility, allowing you to progress at your own pace with expert instructors always on hand to guide your progress. Students are required to gain 200 hours total flying experience by the completion of this course, including 100 hours of pilot in command time, to be eligible for a Commercial Pilot Licence. 
 

Recreational Aviation Licence Conversions

Darwin Flight Training is proud to work in partnership with Top End Flying Club, Darwin’s premier recreational aviation training provider. We offer a range of conversion training options for the recreational aviation market, from stand alone licence upgrades meeting CASA Recreational Pilot Licence standards to controlled airspace and recreational navigation endorsements. Allow 5-10 hours of flying instruction depending on your conversion training requirements.
 

Night VFR Rating

Ever find yourself running a little bit late? Or needing to get away that little bit early to make the most of the day? The Night VFR Rating is just for you!

The rating will give you exposure to operating around the Top End at night and focusses on both technical and decision making skills that will keep you safe.

Advanced Training

We offer a number of additional ratings, endorsements and flight reviews, all tailored to develop your skills further as a pilot. Our Night VFR rating provides the additional challenges and rewards of being able to safely operate aircraft in night conditions and is a great way to see the city at night. Our manual pitch propeller and retractable undercarriage endorsement training will allow you to progress to more advanced aircraft with ease, whilst our flight reviews offer the added flexibility of being conducted in our aircraft or yours at a reasonable cost.

Flight Instructor Rating

The Flight Instructor Rating (FIR) will equip you with the knowledge and permission to teach; both on the ground and in the air. With a constant demand for pilots with the attributes developed in the FIR, it is a valuable addition for an professional pilot.

Darwin Flight Training is able to offer a broad range of Training Endorsements if you are looking to ‘upskill’ your existing FIR.