Choosing a Flying School
At Advanced Flight Theory, we specialise in delivering high quality helicopter theory training, allowing flying schools to focus on what they do best… flying. After completing your theory with AFT, choosing the right practical flying school is the next important next step in your aviation journey. To make this easier, we’ve compiled a Helicopter Flying School Directory of flying schools across Australia. When researching your options, we recommend considering the following:
Instructor Experience
Experienced instructors deliver more than just flight training, they pass on real world knowledge, decision making skills and industry insight that will stay with you throughout your career.
The Right Training Environment
If possible, visit and speak with the school’s instructors and staff. A professional, supportive, and welcoming environment will help you get the most from your training. Also consider the operating environment – the terrain, weather, and airspace all contribute to building practical real world flying skills.
Aircraft and Fleet Quality
Well maintained aircraft and a suitable training fleet will help ensure you receive consistent training and minimal downtime.
Career Pathways and Ongoing Support
The best schools think beyond initial training. Look for programs that support progression into advanced training, endorsements, and future flying opportunities as your career evolves. Reputable schools are transparent about their programs and realistic about employment pathways. Many can share examples of past students who have successfully moved into the industry.
Choosing the right flying school is an investment in your future. With the right research and guidance, you’ll be well positioned to turn your theory knowledge into becoming a confident student pilot. If you would like any advice or support when reviewing your options, the team at Advanced Flight Theory are always here to help.
Please note the following directory is in Alphabetical order.
Aeropower – Redcliffe
Hangar 32
Redcliffe Aerodrome, Nathan Road
Rothwell QLD 4022
Ph: (07) 3385 9500
HOO: Mark McConnell
www.aeropowerflightschool.com.au
[email protected]
Aeropower – Sydney
Hangar 109
Drover Road
Bankstown Airport NSW 2200
Ph: (07) 3385 9500
HOO: Mark McConnell
www.aeropowerflightschool.com.au
[email protected]
Air T&G Helicopters
210 Southern Cross Drive
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport NSW 2478
Ph: (02) 66 814915
Contact: Georgie Latimer
www.airtg.com.au
[email protected]
Airwork Helicopters
5/19 Lear Jet Drive
Caboolture QLD 4510
Ph: (07) 5495 8000
HOO: Myles Tomkins
www.airwork.com.au
[email protected]
Ansett Aviation
850 Bees Creek Road
Weddell NT 0822
Ph: 0408 332 248
HOO: Will Richards
www.ansettaviation.com.au
[email protected]
Australian Helicopter Academy
HeliSpirit Base
Lot 320 Laine Jones Drive
Kununurra WA 6743
Ph: (08) 9168 1101
HOO: Brad Noble
www.australianhelicopteracademy.com.au
[email protected]
Bankstown Helicopters
Link Road
Bankstown Airport NSW 2200
Ph: (02) 9791 0500
HOO: Bill Miller
www.australianhelicopterpilotschool.com.au
[email protected]
Central West Helicopters
Aerodrome Road
Orange NSW 2800
Ph: (02) 6365 5479
HOO: Bill Miller
www.australianhelicopterpilotschool.com.au
[email protected]
Corsaire
21 Mustang Road
Jandakot WA 6164
Ph: (08) 94171325
HOO: Trent Clayton
www.corsaireaviation.com.au/flight-school
[email protected]
Elite Helicopters
404 Wirraway Ave
Archerfield QLD 4108
Ph: 1300 424 354
HOO: Luke Moody
www.elitehelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
Fleet Helicopters
Armidale Airport
Armidale NSW 2350
Ph: (02) 6772 2348
HOO: James Rainger
www.fleethelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
Helibiz
Whitsunday Airport
Shute Harbour Road
Airlie Beach QLD 4802
Ph: (07) 4946 9422
HOO: Des Davey
www.helibiz.com
[email protected]
Helicopter Transport and Training
Building 682, Tower Road
Bankstown Airport NSW 2200
Ph: (02) 9708 6666
HOO: Mark Donohoe
www.helipad.com.au
[email protected]
Helicopters Australia
59 Carrington Road
Torrington, QLD, 4350
Ph: 0474 892 480
HOO: Geoff Calder
www.heliaus.net.au
[email protected]
Helicraft Academy
20 First Avenue
Moorabbin Airport VIC 3194
Ph: 1800 435 427
HOO: Mike Dunn
www.helicraft.com.au
[email protected]
Helifly
Lockheed Drive
East Albury NSW 2640
Airport: Albury Airport
Ph: 0423 697 611
HOO: Marianne Evans
www.helifly.com.au
[email protected]
Helistar
Hangar 8, Kittyhawk Lane
Parafield Airport SA 5106
Ph: (08) 8281 5444
HOO: Dave Fiorito
www.aerostar.com.au
[email protected]
Heli West
2 Harvard Road
Jandakot WA 6164
Ph: (08) 9417 3666
Freecall: 1800 003 545
HOO: Andrew Denny
www.heliwest.com.au
[email protected]
Hughes Helicopters
Goulburn Airport NSW 2580
Ph: 0400 210 226
HOO: Neil Hughes
www.hugheshelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
Hunter Valley Helicopters
Cessnock Airport
455 Wine Country Drive
Pokolbin NSW 2320
Ph: 0488 711 778
HOO: Oliver McClelland
www.huntervalleyhelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
Jandakot Heli-Co
8 Bell Court
Jandakot WA 6164
Ph: 0474 350 663
HOO: Graydn Doak
www.jandakotheli-co.com.au
[email protected]
Melbourne Helicopters Pty Ltd
Hanger 7 Wirraway Road
Essendon Airport 3041
Ph: (03) 9118 8841
HOO: Gray Human
www.melbourneheli.com
[email protected]
Orange Helicopters
Hangar T
Orange Aerodrome
Spring Hill NSW 2800
Ph: 0438 270 370
HOO: Dean Brus
www.orangehelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
Professional Helicopter Services
Bundora Pde
Moorabbin Airport
Mentone VIC 3194
Ph: (03) 9580 7433
HOO: Mark Slade
www.phs.com.au
[email protected]
Professional Helicopter Services
44 Eastern Avenue
Gold Coast Airport QLD 4225
Ph: (07) 5599 3700
HOO: Brett Newman
Base Manager: Matt Sato
www.phs.com.au
[email protected]
The Helicopter Group
PO Box 5145
Cheltenham East VIC 3192
Ph: (03) 9580 8181
HOO: Michael Vanderzypp
www.helicoptergroup.com
[email protected]
Townsville Helicopters
Hangar 85
85 Old Common Road
Rowes Bay QLD 4810
Phone (07) 4772 4998
HOO: Dick Arnold
www.townsvillehelicopters.com.au
[email protected]
United Aero Helicopters
Hangar 753 Camden Airport
Macquarie Grove Road
Camden NSW 2570
Ph: (02) 4655 3040
HOO: Brenton Yorath
www.unitedaero.com.au
[email protected]
Utility Helicopters
221 Qantas Avenue
Archerfield Airport QLD 4108
Ph: (07) 3875 2973
HOO: Nik McManus
www.utilityheli.com.au
[email protected]
V2 Helicopters Flight Services
Hanger 219 Qantas Ave
Archerfield Airport Q 4108
Ph: (07) DASH 6666 (3274 6666)
CEO: Len Parratt
www.v2helicopters.com.au
[email protected]
