Tips for Newcomers

[Del]

I’m 37 looking to enter the aviation industry and do my RPL-PPL-CPL training. 

 

Somewhat mechanically minded and always loved bicycles, cars, motorbikes, watches. Planes were always exciting as a kid and flying was always on my bucket list. 

 

Any recommendations for good flight schools up near Newcastle NSW and any tips or things that I should be aware of before entering the industry both good and bad?.

 

Aware of the cost and time commitment needed which I’m comfortable with. 

 

Doing a test flight soon to confirm it’s right for me but keen to hear peoples experiences and any hurdles which I haven’t considered. 

 

Cheers

Del

[skippydiesel]

Hi Del,

Check out the Thread Is it too late for me?.

Much of what you have asked, is covered therein.

There are quite a few Flying Schools in the Hunter Valley - no personal experince. Start by checking out the closest

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[T510]

Phil Unicomb Aviation is north of  Cessnock, have only heard good about him.

 

I'm still in the early years of my entry in to recreational aviation. Can't give any advice on taking it on as a profession.

[Del]

Thanks skippydiesel

 

T510. Which school do you train with and how’s your experience been so far?

[max]

9 hours ago, Del said:

 

I’m 37 looking to enter the aviation industry and do my RPL-PPL-CPL training. 

 

Somewhat mechanically minded and always loved bicycles, cars, motorbikes, watches. Planes were always exciting as a kid and flying was always on my bucket list. 

 

Any recommendations for good flight schools up near Newcastle NSW and any tips or things that I should be aware of before entering the industry both good and bad?.

 

Aware of the cost and time commitment needed which I’m comfortable with. 

 

Doing a test flight soon to confirm it’s right for me but keen to hear peoples experiences and any hurdles which I haven’t considered. 

 

Cheers

Del

Great mindset, Del! Being mechanically minded is a huge asset in aviation. Newcastle/Hunter Valley is a solid area for training.

 

My advice: don't rush into committing to a full CPL package immediately. Definitely do that test flight first (as you planned), then maybe aim to complete your RPL first to see how you handle the training load and if you still enjoy it before committing to the full professional path. Also, keep an eye on medical requirements early on, as that's one hurdle people sometimes overlook until it's too late.

 

 

Good luck with the discovery flight!

Edited 10 hours ago by max

[Del]

Appreciate it Max

 

Will absolutely take a staged approach to each module and won't be going the diploma route.