Training @ Moruya
All training at the Moruya Aero Club is carried out by experienced instructors. Currently our instructors have 34,000 hours accumulated flight training experience.
Non members may learn to fly at the Moruya Aero Club, however we suggest that you join our club for the modest fee of $55 and enjoy the many social activities hosted by the club. In addition you will save $10 per hour off the hourly hire cost of the aircraft as well.
The Club operates a range of aircraft in the GA and (RAA) ultralight categories.
The GA fleet consists of a Cessna 172, a Cessna 150, and a Beech Sundowner.
The RAA aircraft are the Gazelle CA25N aircraft.
Course Outlines
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Recreational (RAAus)
Many people complete the initial part of their training in the Gazelle aircraft and after enjoying the local spectacular scenery, move on to the Cessna aircraft to complete their PPL training.
General Aviation (GA)
If you choose the GA aircraft, the first license that you will need to get is the CASA issued Student Pilot license. This is similar to the learner driver permit.
To apply for this license you will need to pass a medical by a CASA approved doctor, this can be organised at the Aero Club.
The theory aspect of flying has a series of exams that must be passed before a full license can be issued. The theory subjects include: Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Performance, Human Factors, Navigation, Air Law and Aircraft systems. Don't be too worried about this as it is fairly elementary. You can study for this at home using theory books that we can assist you to obtain. In addition the aero club runs regular classroom courses on the theory.
As a rough guide, the GFPT in a Cessna 150 including books, exams, flying training and membership will cost approximately $6450.
Most people take one lesson per week, so the cost can be spread over any length of time.
On-site accommodation is available at $20 per night to anyone wishing to have lessons in blocks of a few days or weeks, as the aero club operates 7-days a week.
The training for a Private Pilot license begins with a Trial Introductory flight which introduces people to the use of the controls and a summary of the basics of flight.
There is no obligation, and no preparation required by the trainee. The training is then tailored to suit the trainee but follows an established syllabus and the trainee must meet certain performance standards along the way.
The minimum training time per student is 20 hours to obtain a local license called the GFPT which must include a minimum of 5 hours of solo time. Further training is then undertaken to learn the skill of navigation and flight planning.
