RFDS Flying off Autopilot :: AFT ATPL Pilot Recruitment Information Session

Today, we were thrilled to welcome RFDS QLD legends and AFT Alumni Captain Mark Davies (Supervisory Pilot) and Lachlan Otto (Talent Acquisition Advisor) to talk all things RFDS Queensland.

They shared incredible insights with our current pilots about what it’s like to fly off autopilot! Embracing a career full of adventure, purpose, and challenge with the Royal Flying Doctor Service. As an RFDS pilot, you could find yourself flying the mighty King Air into some of Queensland’s most remote and breathtaking locations, where no two days are the same.

Not all heroes wear capes – some wear headsets…this isn’t just flying, it is flying with purpose! @rfdsqld



AFT Tarmac ATPL Alumni Student Reunion

When the runway closes at YBSU and Nathan starts an AFT pilot reunion on the tarmac!

It’s always such a privilege to see so many of you living your dream.

📸 Nathan with Jetstar Captain Ben and Alliance FO Kane Van Beek.



Alliance Airlines Touches Down at AFT – AFT Alumni Shane & Kane

A big thank you to Alliance Airlines Aircrew and Advanced Flight Theory alumni Captain Shane Billman and First Officer Kane Van Beek for providing our ATPL class with an awesome Alliance experience today.

With the temporary closure of a runway at YBSU, we had the unique opportunity to get up close with the majestic Fokker F70 and have an exciting chat with Shane and Kane.

It was an unforgettable experience that ignited our ATPL students during Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems week and sent them back to the classroom more motivated than ever to continue their training journey.



Cathay Touches Down at AFT :: ATPL Pilot Recruitment Information Session

We were incredibly proud to welcome Cathay Pacific to AFT today for an exclusive pilot recruitment information session, hosted by one of our very own AFT alumni, Captain Chris Andrew (Training Captain) and Stu Baker (Chief Pilot – Boeing).

There’s something special about seeing our past ATPL students return; this time, not as students, but as airline professionals sharing insights, advice, and real-world experience with the next generation of pilots. Chris, we are in awe of your career with Cathay and know every one of our students felt your passion and love for all things flying Cathay.
A huge thank you to Stu Baker for joining Chris – your depth of aviation knowledge, leadership, connection and passion is contagious. From recruitment pathways and simulator preparation to interview tips and life at Cathay, it was an invaluable opportunity for our students to hear it straight from the flight deck.
Such a valuable opportunity for our students to spend time with these legends of the skies and have all their questions answered.

Inspired by @cathaypacific, driven by dreams – our students are ready for takeoff. 🛫