Manning River Aero Club - Based in Taree, NSW Australia

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The Manning River Aero Club can train you for any of the following:

Private Pilot Licence

Commercial Pilot Licence

Night Flying

Your training will commence on the Cessna 152 where you will learn all the basic flying skills you will need for your future career or hobby of flying.

First solo will probably take place at around 15 hours of flying. However this varies with each student.

The first big test is the General Flying Progress Training (GFPT) flight where you will demonstrate your newly learnt skills. After this you will be able to take passengers in the training area.

Many students are satisfied with this level of skill but if you wish to advance to a private pilots licence then you move into the Piper Archer.

Now starts the exciting stage of navigation and flying to places such as Walcha, Tamworth, Armidale, Coffs Harbour, Bankstown etc. At the completion of your training you will undertake your test to become a fully qualified private pilot and you will be able to fly anywhere in Australia.

An exact figure can not be given as everyone learns at different rates. It also depends upon how frequently you fly.

To get to the first solo level expect to spend around $2500.
Your GFPT may cost an additional $2500.
To acquire a full private pilots licence you can expect another $5000.
Other costs include textbooks, exams and the issue of licences.
By joining the club members receive a discount on the cost of aircraft use.

Why not learn to fly during your holidays? You nominate the period you have free and we will set up a program to help you achieve your dreams. We can also help with booking your accommodation.
Buy a number of lessons, to be taken within a set time period, at a discounted rate.

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