FLIGHT TRAINING

Aerobatic Rating – CAANZ Part 61 Rating

About the Course

Prerequisite

A Private or Commercial Pilot Licence is required to commence this training.

We have several Cessna 152 Aerobat’s available for those students who wish to complete an Aerobatic Rating. This can be completed as part of the CPL course or as an addition. The Aerobatic Rating is a compulsory component of the NZ Diploma in Aviation – General Aviation.

  • Complete in 2 weeks

  • CAANZ approved

Course Content

Our Aerobatics course has been designed to cover the CAANZ Aerobatic Flight Rating syllabus. Students need to complete a minimum of 10 hours aerobatic flight and be proficient in all manoeuvres prior to being signed off for the rating. Passengers cannot be carried during aerobatic flight unless the pilot in command holds an Aerobatic Rating.

Our Aerobatic Flight Training course covers the following manoeuvres:

  • Spinning

  • Loop

  • Aileron Roll

  • Barrel Roll

  • Stall Turns

Course Fees

Domestic Student Fee $4,550 NZD
Student Loan funding is not available for this course.

The fee stated is indicative only and represent the maximum fees that may be charged. Where applicable, students will be advised of any fee variations prior to enrolment.

Course Intakes

Open

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