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Learning to fly
Evening BAK Classes
Starting around the end of May the Ballarat Aero Club is conducting a Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (BAK) course for members and non-members (if enough room). The course will be conducted in the evenings on a night that suits most participants. For details, please click on "more" below....
moreTrial Instructional Flight
Thinking of learning to fly, but not sure? Why not book a Trial Instruction Flight. Our instructor will spend about half an hour explaining how aeroplanes work and how to operate the controls. Then you will be taken on a half hour training flight where you will learn how to operate all the basic controls and fly the aeroplane yourself. Why not give us a call on (03)5339 1742 and book in for a Trial Instruction Flight for just $99. A Trial Instruction Flight (TIF) voucher makes a great present Birthday or Christmas present for someone special....
moreRecreational Flying (RAA Training)
RAA (Recreational Aircraft Australia) Training is the most affordable way to fly. The Club has a new yellow Gazelle and a new Tecnam Sierra - perfect for RAA training, and an RAA Certified Flying Instructor, Graham. Come out to the Club, have a talk to Graham, look at the aircraft and find out just how affordable learning to fly can be....
moreGeneral Aviation Training
Whether for business, pleasure or eventually for a career, flying is a fascinating and rewarding pastime. A Private Pilot Licence will allow you to fly aeroplanes anywhere in Australia and, if you wish, your passengers can share the cost of the flight with you. Learning to fly may be one of the most rewarding experiences you could undertake in your life. Yes, it does involve a lot more than learning to drive, but it does not require any special abilities or education standards....
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Discount Packages
The Committee has decided to offer members two discount packages for members that will reduce the cost of flying for them. One is a Bulk Package in which members can pre-purchase 10 hours in a club aircraft for a 10% discount. The other is a Premium Membership in which for an additional $100 on top of full membership fee the member receives a 10% discount on aircraft hire. For details and conditions click on “more” below....
moreDuty Pilots Needed
How would you like to spend an interesting day at the Aero Club a couple of times a year to help out in the office and receive a small remuneration in return? More Duty Pilots are needed to so if you can find time to volunteer for a couple of Saturdays or Sundays each year, please let Len Kennedy or Rob Toogood know. Len can be contacted on 5339 1742 or Rob on 0419 110 627. Although it does get rather busy at times, it is a most enjoyable day as you will meet many interesting people and see many different aircraft and activities happening. Please consider at least trying it once!...
moreNewest Club Aircraft
The Ballarat Aero Club's most recent acquisition is a Tecnam Sierra that is proving very popular with students and licenced pilots alike. As well as having excellent performance and exemplary flying characteristics, it looks great and is very comfortable to fly in. Come out and check it out in our hangar....
moreUpcoming Events
On-Line Booking
The Ballarat Aero Club uses an on-line booking system for aircraft and instructors. The system enhances our efficiency and makes it much easier for members to make bookings from home. For more information and to access the system, click on "more" below or "Bookings" above....
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The Ballarat Aero Club is providing R.A. training in the Tecnam at Colac every second Friday. There are a number of students already in training at Colac and the demand is expected to grow....
moreBallarat Aero Club Fly-Ins
Each year the Ballarat Aero Club organises a number of fly-ins for members and their families. Members are advised to keep an eye on this website and in the Newsletter for details. The Club also texts and emails members about upcoming Fly-ins. Click on "more" below for information on current Fly-ins....
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