Learn to fly with experienced instructors

Learn to fly - takeoff with the right foundation

Learn to fly with experienced instructors

Learn to fly with experienced Instructors

Our Instructors have a diverse set of skills and experience to ensure your training is the most complete and comprehensive.

Learn to fly - takeoff with the right foundation

Unique training locations

We don't limit your training to one airfield - we have exclusive access to multiple bush strips, ensuring you've got the skills for any flying adventure.

PILOT YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

Imagine climbing into a plane and flying off for the weekend. Soaring above the clouds, travelling to new places and exploring the sights in a way you never have before. Turning a journey of hours into minutes, you open yourself up to a new world of leisure and all of the excitement, adventure and romance that comes with it.

This is what dreams are made of – and better yet, it’s within reach. Stick ‘n Rudder’s fully immersive short courses help aspiring pilots learn to fly and experienced pilots, fly with precision. With a highly-skilled team of instructors that have real-world aerobatics, formation and bush flying experience, we’ll make sure you’re living life from the cockpit in no time.

FLIGHT EXPERIENCES

Do you daydream about flying? Experience what it’s like with our flight experiences. You’ll take control of the plane under the guidance of an experienced instructor and enjoy climbing, descending and turning, while taking in some of the best scenery South East Queensland has to offer.

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Learn to Fly & Advanced Flight Training

Want to learn to fly or improve your flying skills? Our dedicated team of highly skilled instructors have designed both beginner and advanced training courses that provide you with precision aircraft control, greater situational awareness and decision-making skills.

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Converting PilotS

Want to convert your Recreational Aviation Australia Recreational Pilot Certificate to a Civil Aviation Safety Authority Recreational Pilot Licence or vice versa? Whether you want to fly for fun or fly a slightly heavier aircraft with more passengers, we can help.

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Don’t just be a pilot - be a great one

Stick ‘n Rudder is accredited and approved to provide flight training for both Recreational Aviation Australia (RA-Aus) and Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) certificates and licences. We’ve developed a range of courses to be completed in a short period of time, that will set you up to become the best pilot you can be.

Fun-filled and thrilling, your training will ensure you are safe, competent and confident when taking to the skies on your aviation adventures.

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With Stick ‘n Rudder you have access to:

Experienced Instructors

Our instructors have significant experience in training initial and experienced pilots. They are skilled in advanced aircraft handling from their real-world aerobatics, formation and bush flying experience.

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Unique Training Locations

To ensure you’re prepared for any location or situation, we won’t limit you to one airfield. You’ll be training on multiple bush strips, many of which are exclusive to Stick ‘n Rudder.

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Tailwheel Aircraft

We choose to exclusively operate tailwheel aircraft as they are a superior training tool. They develop foundational flying skills which ultimately lead to greater safety and increase your confidence and ability to handle any situation.

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Ready for take off?

Don’t let this be a dream you keep putting it off – flying a plane is easier than you think! Call us today on 0413 650 387 to speak to one of our team members. Have a question? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.

TESTIMONIALS

					Absolute quality training, Cam and Guy are both legendary people that go well and beyond to deliver an extraordinary learning environment. A very welcoming school from the moment you walk… read more through the doors. Anyone out there that is looking to complete a TWU endorsement, or any other facet of training, this school is second to none! Look forward to some more flying. It was a pleasure.				
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29 July 2021 

					Great people, great setup and a excellent overall experience. I had an fantastic time doing my Tailwheel Endorsement with the absolute legend of an instructor Guy who really put me… read more at ease and helped build my ability and confidence in the 180. Lovely meeting you all, I hope to see you again soon!				
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11 June 2021 

					Amazing team and great instructors. I always leave with a smile on my face. I would highly recommend flying with the team at Stick ‘n Rudder!!!!! Keep up the great… read more work👍				
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23 February 2021 