Advanced Aviation Training

Advanced Aviation Training Redcliffe: Brisbane's Premier Flight School for Aspiring Pilots

Why Learning to Fly in Brisbane's Redcliffe Airport Could Change Your Life

Have you ever gazed up at the sky, watching planes soar overhead, and wondered what it would be like to be in control of one yourself? At Advanced Aviation Training (AAT) in Redcliffe, just 25km from Brisbane CBD, that dream is more accessible than most people realize.

Advanced Aviation Training: Professional Flight Instruction Near Brisbane

Located at Hangar 58 "Bob Tait Building" on Wirraway Drive at Redcliffe Airport, Advanced Aviation Training offers a unique dual-authority approach to flight education. As one of the few schools holding approvals from both Recreational Aviation Australia (RAAus) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under Part 141, AAT provides students with flexible, comprehensive training options that few other flight schools can match.

Why Redcliffe Airport Is Perfect for Flight Training

Redcliffe Aerodrome offers several advantages that make it ideal for student pilots:

No slot bookings required - more flexibility for scheduling lessons

Low airport fees - keeping your training costs down

Immediate access to training areas - less time taxiing, more time actually flying

Scenic surroundings including Bribie Island and the Glass House Mountains

This strategic location means you'll spend more of your valuable lesson time in the air rather than waiting on the ground or traveling to practice areas.

Is Flying Safe? Absolutely, With the Right Training

Safety is paramount at Advanced Aviation Training. Under the leadership of Chief Flying Instructor Paul Reddish, a former airline Boeing 737 pilot with extensive teaching experience, students receive thorough, professional instruction that emphasizes safe flying practices from day one.

The school maintains a modern fleet of well-maintained aircraft, including:

Foxbat A22LS - Perfect for initial training and bush flying

Sling 2 - Ideal for recreational and cross-country training

Sting S4 - Advanced training aircraft

Partenavia Twin - For multi-engine and IFR training

RV10 - Used for navigation exercises and advanced endorsements

This diverse fleet ensures students gain experience across different aircraft types, building adaptability and confidence in various flying conditions.

How Much Does It Cost to Learn to Fly in Brisbane?

One of the most common misconceptions about flight training is that it's prohibitively expensive. While learning to fly does require investment, AAT's Redcliffe location offers exceptional value:

Economical training environment with lower operating costs than major metropolitan airports

Efficient training areas meaning less time and fuel spent on transit

Various certification levels allowing you to choose a path that fits your goals and budget

Whether you're pursuing flying as a hobby through a Recreational Pilot Certificate or aiming for a career with a Commercial Pilot Licence, AAT offers pathways that balance quality training with cost-effectiveness.

What Training Programs Are Available?

Advanced Aviation Training offers comprehensive flight education options for every aspiration:

RAAus Certificates and Endorsements:

Recreational Pilot Certificate

Passenger Endorsement

Cross Country Endorsement

Flight Instructor Rating

CASA Licences and Ratings:

Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL)

Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

Specialized ratings including Tailwheel, Formation, Aerobatic, Night VFR, Instrument, and Multi-engine

AAT also provides additional services such as:

RPL & PPL PEXO exams

Aircraft private hire

English proficiency tests

Theory tutoring for both RAAus and CASA qualifications

What Do Students Say About Advanced Aviation Training?

Student experiences speak volumes about the quality of instruction at AAT:

"Paul Reddish along with the highly skilled team of instructors are phenomenal and always showed a great deal of professionalism."

"The facilities at the flight school are top-notch, with modern aircraft and state-of-the-art simulator that provides an immersive and realistic training experience."

"I went from a fear of flying to solo in 2 months with Paul's encouragement."

Community Involvement and Youth Aviation Programs

AAT is actively engaged in nurturing the next generation of pilots through initiatives like the Flight Youth Engineering program, which gives secondary school students the opportunity to build and fly an airplane under expert guidance. This commitment to aviation education extends beyond standard training, fostering a vibrant flying community.

Take That First Step: Your Discovery Flight Awaits

Still wondering if flying is for you? There's only one way to find out. A one-hour trial flight at Advanced Aviation Training will give you the experience of actually taking the controls of an aircraft, a memory that will last a lifetime regardless of whether you continue with training.

During this discovery flight, you'll:

Receive a pre-flight briefing

Participate in the pre-flight inspection

Experience takeoff and climbing to altitude

Actually fly the plane yourself under instructor guidance

Gain insights into what a full training program involves

Even if you decide not to pursue further training, you'll forever be able to say, "I flew a plane." And for many, that first experience becomes the catalyst for a lifelong passion.

The sky is calling—will you answer?