General Information on obtaining your RA-Aus Pilot Certificate
Basic Requirements
To gain a student certificate the applicant must meet the same mediacl requirements required for an Australian driver's license. The applicant is responsible for maintaining their health to a standard required to operate an aircraft. The student must be 15 yrs of age to gain their Pilot Certificate however training can start at an earlier age.
Aeronautical Experience
In order to gain your Pilot Certificate, the minimum flight time requirement set by RA-Aus is 20 hrs. (15 hrs dual + 5 hrs solo) however each student is different and flying times may vary accordingly. Emphasis is placed on your safety. Student lessons vary to suit each individual’s situation. We suggest a minimum one lesson per week in order to gain your certificate in the most timely and cost efficient manner. Special pay in advance packages are offered for students selecting this option. If having previous flight experience, we offer conversion training depending on your level of experience. Ask us for more info.
Privileges
The basic RA-Aus certificate allows the pilot to fly up to 25 NM from their home base aerodrome. At Caloundra this includes other airfields namely Caboolture, Redcliffe and Noosa. You will also enjoy the picaresque sights of the Bribie Island region, Glass House Mountains and the wonderful north western side of Moreton Island. Various endorsements such as passenger carrying can be added to the basic certificate as the pilot gains more experience.
Cross Country Endorsement
To meet the requirements of an issue of a cross country endorsement the pilot must complete a minimum RA-Aus requirement of 10 hrs dual cross country training and a minimum of 2hrs solo cross country, pass a written navigation exam, meet the required standard as specified in the RA-Aus syllabus and pass a flight test with the Chief Flying Instructor. If you are a converting PPL license holder or higher you are deemed to meet this requirement.
Other Endorsements
Other endorsements you can achieve (but not limited to) include passenger (can be included in your initial RA-Aus certificate) tail wheel, retractable undercarriage, formation, two stroke, low level, in-flight adjustable propeller, and waterborne.
RA-Aus Exams
Prior to the issue of certificates/endorsements, there are several exams to undertake as listed below.
Basic Aeronautical Knowledge Radio Operator
Human Factors Navigation and Meteorology
Pre-solo Air Legislation Air Legislation
Flight training manuals, study guides, maps charts and navigation equipment are available at the school. A combination of ground briefings and home study generally provide students with the required knowledge to complete the required exams. One on one tuition is also available at further cost if required. Students are advised that all theory and flight training is competency based and this standard of competency must be achieved before the issue of a Pilot Certificate.
Free Flying Caloundra prices as of 01 June 2011
School Membership - No Charge
RA-Aus Student Pilot Certificate $185 (Payable direct to RA-Aus) Applications Here.
Dual Training $210 per hour
Private Aircraft Hire for school members $150 per hour
* All prices include fuel / insurance and may be subject to change without notice. We do not charge membership fees.
*Special Rates may be approved for upfront payments on full pilot certificates and conversions to RA-Aus from GA licenses. Block rate discounts may also apply.
CLICK HERE for a RAA Flight Theory Guide
Is your Biennial Flight Review due?
No worries at all. Simply contact the school on 07 54996333 to arrange your booking. We'll spend the necessary time with
you to bring you up to date with the latest rules and regulations and assist you with completing your review flight. You
can find the RA-Aus BRF document here! For the latest maps / charts / ERSA etc click the link below.
Flights and Prices
All flights are in our late-model 2-seatTexan TC Aircraft
- Hot Laps (2 Circuits Approx 10-14min) $88.00 inc GST
- 20 minHands-On TIF* $130.00 inc GST
- 30 minAdventure TIF* $180.00 inc GST
- 45 minExperience TIF $223.00 inc GST
- 60 minHands-On Safari TIF* $266.00 inc GST
- 80 minJourney (you fly) TIF $396.00 inc GST
- 100 minA Trial Flight you will never forget $446.00 inc GST
RAA Licence Holders Only
- Dual Flight Training per hour $210.00 inc GST
- Supervised Solo work per hour $210.00
inc GST - Private hire rates per hour $150.00 inc GST
- Ground Briefing per hour $70.00
inc GST - Training Manuals are Available Here
- * trial introductory flight
Contact Us
Phone 07 5499 6333
10 Pathfinder Drive
Caloundra Airport Q 4551
info@freeflyingemerald.com
Owner / Instructor
Geoff Larson: 0418787691
