SFC MEMBERSHIP

Become a member

Social Membership

For friends and family of SFC members or aviation enthusiasts.

Outstation
Membership

For Pilots outside Sydney wishing to utilise club facilities.

Full Membership

For those who want to fly with SFC.

PHONE
(02) 9709 8488
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EMAIL
mail@sfcaero.com.au
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VISIT US
SFC CLUBHOUSE
60 Birch Street,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198

SFC COLLEGE AND 737 SIM
109 Drover Rd,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198
PHONE
(02) 9709 8488
CALL US
EMAIL
mail@sfcaero.com.au
EMAIL US
PHONE
(02) 9709 8488
CALL US
EMAIL
mail@sfcaero.com.au
EMAIL US
CONTACT US

We are here to support you.

Whether you're ready to take flight or need more information - we're ready to answer any questions.
PHONE
(02) 9709 8488
CALL US
EMAIL
mail@sfcaero.com.au
EMAIL US
VISIT US
SFC COLLEGE & CLUBHOUSE
60 Birch Street,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198

737 SIMULATOR 
109 Drover Rd,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198
FLIGHT TRAINING OVERVIEW

Find the right path for you.

Knowing where to start can be daunting,
Part Time Course

Private Pilot Licence

Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

RTO CODE: 90866

NEXT INTAKE?
Start Anytime

Flexible learning to suit your lifestyle.

HOW LONG?
6
Months*

*Based on 2 lessons per week. This self-paced course can be fast-tracked by increasing your weekly lessons.

COURSE LOAD?
Part Time

Face-to-Face.

FLYING HOURS?
66
Hours
HOW MUCH?
$45,000*

*Price based in the latest Piper Archer TX. This course is pay as you go.

Expand your horizons.
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WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT?
The ultimate freedom.

Open up possibilities with your Private Pilot Licence (PPL). Building on the fundamentals, the training in this course develops you as a navigational pilot where you will learn how to flight plan, conduct a cross country flight and arrive at the destination aerodrome safely.

Experience the freedom of flying anywhere in Australia for leisure or business with up to five passengers on board.  Perhaps a family day trip to Mudgee for lunch at a winery?  Or fly your colleagues over Sydney Harbour?  These are just some of the possibilities when you have a PPL.  

Upon successful completion of this course, you will:

  • Be able to fly anywhere within Australia

  • Be able to fly in clear weather

  • Be able to fly during the day

  • Be able to pilot single engine aircraft

  • Hold the CASA Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

  • Internationally recognised licence

Is this course right for me?

I want to fly for leisure or business.

I want the freedom to fly where I want when I want for leisure or business.

I want to fly around Australia.

I want to fly across Australia, without distance restrictions.

I want to fly family and friends.

I want to to be permitted to carry up to 5 passengers anywhere in Australia.

I have always dreamed of becoming a pilot.

"I returned to flying to upgrade my very old RPL to PPL. SFC are a great option for private students such as myself who need to fit flying and associated study around the other demands of life. I was always able to set up my lessons very flexibly which was a great help in getting this licence completed."

SFC PPL Graduate

COURSE OVERVIEW
FLYING HOURS
66

Hours

SIMULATOR HOURS
1

Hour

THEORY HOURS
21

Hours

DURATION
6

Months

COURSE LOAD
Part Time
DELIVERY MODE
Face-to-face
LOCATION
Bankstown Aerodrome
TOTAL COURSE HOURS
88

Hours

WEEKLY STUDY HOURS
2

Hours

SELECT AN AIRCRAFT
INCLUSIONS
  • Flying
  • Fuel
  • Landing Fees
  • Simulator
  • Briefings
  • Primary Instructor
  • SFC Facilities
  • Member Benefits
INTAKE DATES

Start anytime

COURSE FEES
$37,800*

*Estimated pay as you go price in the Piper Warrior if the syllabus is completed without any repeats.

INCLUSIONS
  • Flying
  • Fuel
  • Landing Fees
  • Simulator
  • Briefings
  • Primary Instructor
  • SFC Facilities
  • Member Benefits
INTAKE DATES

Start anytime

COURSE FEES
$45,000*

*Estimated pay as you go price in the Archer TX if the syllabus is completed without any repeats.

Program Summary

Study Mode: Face-to-Face
Location:
Bankstown Aerodrome (Sydney, Australia)
Total Flight Training Hours:
88 Hours
Duration:
6 months based on 2 lessons per week (2 hours study per week) | Part Time
Intake for 2023:
Start anytime
Cost:
AUD $45,000* in the 2021 Archer TX or AUD $37,800* in the Piper Warrior.
*Estimated pay as you go price if the syllabus is completed without any repeats.
Fees: This course is self funded. Fees must be paid upfront per flight.

RTO Code: 90866

Prerequisites:

17+ years old
Able to speak and understand English Level 6
Be able to pass a Class 2 Medical*
*Class 2 Basic: An alternative to a full Class 2, conducted by a Medical Practitioner, easier to attain and cost-effective. Although it has operational restrictions.
**Class 2: A medical conducted by a DAME (Designated Aviation Medical Examiner), which allows you to exercise full privileges of your licence (RPL & PPL).

Course Units

Lesson
Dual/Solo/Briefing
Effects of Control
Dual
Straight & Level
Dual
Climbing & Descending
Dual
Turning
Dual
Stalling
Dual
Circuits x4
Dual
Circuits: Flapless & Go Arounds
Dual
Circuit Emergencies: EFATO
Dual
Circuit Emergencies: Glide Approaches
Dual
Circuits: Pre-Solo Check
Dual
Circuits: First Solo
Solo
Circuits: Second Solo Check
Dual
Circuits: Second Solo
Solo
Circuits: Third Solo Check
Dual
Circuits: Third Solo
Solo
Circuits: Solo
Solo
Circuits: Crosswind Operations
Dual
Training Area Familiarisation
Dual
Practice Forced Landings (PFL)
Dual
Steep Turns
Dual
Advanced Stalling
Dual
Training Area Check
Dual
Training Area Solo
Solo
Circuits: Short Field Operations
Dual
Basic Instrument Flight (BIF)
Dual
Basic Instrument Flight (BIF) Simulator
Dual
Training Area Solo 2
Solo
Precautionary Search and Landing (PSL)
Dual
Training Area Solo 3
Solo
Consolidation & Circuits
Dual
RPL Pre-Licence
Dual
RPL Flight Test
Dual
Navigation Ground Briefing 1
Briefing
Navigation Ground Briefing 2
Briefing
Dual Navigation 1
Dual
Dual Navigation 2
Dual
Dual Navigation 3
Dual
Dual Navigation 4 - GPS
Dual
Dual Navigation 5
Dual
Dual Navigation 6
Dual
Dual Navigation 7 - Pre Solo
Dual
Solo Navigation 1
Solo
Dual Navigation 8
Dual
Solo Navigation 2
Solo
Dual Navigation 9
Dual
PPL Knowledge Assessment
Dual Navigation 10
Dual
PPL Pre Licence
Dual
PPL Flight Test
Dual

CASA Theory Exam

Before undertaking your flight test to obtain your Private Pilot Licence (PPL), you must first sit your CASA Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) exam.

The exam will test your knowledge of the completed course units. You have 3.5 hours to complete the exam, and you must achieve at least 70%. The exam incurs an additional expense and costs approximately $199.

Preparation for your exam is through self-study; however, SFC offers ground theory courses to help you feel confident and fully prepared for exam day. Please contact us to let us know if you're interested in joining the course.

SFC Policies and Procedures

Personal Information
When you enrol at SFC, the collection, storage, use and disclosure of any personal information you provide are protected by legislation. Please refer to SFC’s privacy policy.

Next Intake?

Start Anytime

Our unique start anytime course structure allows flexible study options to suit your lifestyle.

APPLICATION PROCESS

How do I secure my spot?

Learn to fly with the best. The SFC team are always looking for interested and ambitious students. Take the next step in your aviation journey and apply for our Private Pilot Licence (PPL).

Stage 1. SFC Meet and Greet

A chance for you to visit the clubhouse and college campus and check out our training fleet in person. A course advisor will explain all relevant information about the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and answer any questions you may have.

BOOK IN A MEET AND GREET 

Stage 2. Membership Application

Club Membership

SFC is a non-for-profit flight school, and all students are required to hold a Full Club Membership. This will give you access to participate in flyaways, club events and discounts.

BECOME A MEMBER

Application Form

To commence the Application Process, complete the SFC Application Form. This will hold your position in the course.

APPLY NOW

Stage 3. Primary Instructor and initial booking

Allocation of Primary Instructor

Based on your availability, we will assign you a primary instructor. Your primary is your mentor throughout your training to help you achieve your goals.

Book in your first 2 lessons

We will book in your induction and first lesson (Effects of Control) to kick-start your training.

CONTACT US

We are here to support you.

Whether you're ready to take flight or need more information - we're ready to answer any questions.
PHONE
(02) 9709 8488
CALL US
EMAIL
mail@sfcaero.com.au
EMAIL US
VISIT US
SFC COLLEGE & CLUBHOUSE
60 Birch Street,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198

737 SIMULATOR 
109 Drover Rd,
Bankstown Aerodrome
NSW 2198