Enrolment on our courses is by mutual agreement – if we are heavily booked, we will not program your course or waste your time. Our course scheduling is flexible to meet your needs – just let us know what you want to achieve! All training is delivered on a Pay As You Go basis – we do not believe in upfront payments or paying for a service you did not receive!
Our Flight Training Courses
Our Flight Training Courses
At Darwin Flight Training, we aim to provide you with the greatest flexibility in course delivery. Weekends, after hours or anytime of the day, we fly when you want to fly and our CASA approved training syllabus is designed to allow you to work at your own pace. All pilots are encouraged to actively participate with Top End Flying Club, our recreational aviation partners. Membership of the club is a requirement for all students to cover maintenance costs of clubhouse and aerodrome facilities.
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.
Private Pilot Licence
The Private Pilot Licence is the next step to take as you progress further into the world of aviation. You’ll build upon the knowledge gained in your Recreational Pilot Licence training by learning the skills of navigation and flight planning, flying to a variety of destinations both near and far along the way. With the added bonus of being qualified to fly larger and more advanced aircraft, the Private Pilot Licence will enable you to fly anywhere within Australia for pleasure or personal transportation. Allow a further 20 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.
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.
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.
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Contact Us
- info@darwinflighttraining.com
- 0455 626 576
Connect With Us to Start Training
You’ll find our professional staff and facilities ready to deliver on your aviation training needs. Talk with one of our friendly staff that are based here in Darwin or complete the adjacent form and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
