Australian Flying

Australian Flying is Australia's premier General Aviation magazine, dedicated to educating and entertaining those at the sharp end of aviation. Each issue of Australian Flying delivers hands on tips to better flying along with advice and reviews on the latest technologies, accessories and techniques on the market. Australian Flying also brings you the latest news and most current topical issues affecting the aviation industry. Australian Flying is staffed by an experienced and dedicated team of writers and pilots who share a common goal to inform and inspire better pilots.

When Aviation Breaks our Hearts • Recent light aircraft accidents have shaken Australia’s aviation community. When loss becomes personal, it forces difficult questions about risk, responsibility and how we care for one another when flying hurts.

Australian Flying

Captain Trevor Thom Remembered

Australian 100LL Supplies Secure Despite FAA Phase-out

Cirrus Launches the G3 Vision Jet

The Best of General Aviation • Every year, the CASA Wings Awards shine a light on the people who quietly strengthen aviation from the inside out. Kreisha Ballantyne announces the 2025 winners.

In the Slipstream of History • A family story, an aviation icon, and a 45-minute coastal flight that ties Christchurch 1943 to Perth today. Paul Southwick discovers why the Tiger Moth is a much-loved classic.

Zen and the Art of Aircraft Maintenance • Steve Hitchen explores the RAAus Level 1 Maintainer course and finds out what it means to repair and service your own aeroplane.

Feels like the Real Thing • From a twin-engine failure in a mountain valley to practising emergencies at home, Brian Bigg explores how simulators can sharpen skills, build confidence and save money, and why it will never replace real flying.

5 Signs your Flying School is the Right Fit • Choosing a flying school can shape your confidence, your wallet and your safety. From dodgy payment demands to poor scheduling and sketchy maintenance, Brian Bigg looks at five red flags to watch for, and five signs you’ve found a good one.

Beyond the Comfort Zone • At just 17, Rose Donald is preparing to fly solo around Australia in a Cessna 172, raising funds for Little Wings and encouraging other young women to pursue their aviation dreams. Kreisha Ballantyne speaks with her ahead of the journey.

Packing a Super Punch • NZAero toured the new SuperPac SETP around Australia last October, and found time to introduce their powerful utility to Steve Hitchen.

Training That Doesn’t Cut Corners • Behind an unassuming hangar at Jandakot, Revesco is building pilots the hard way: structured briefs, disciplined procedures and a culture that treats every flight as preparation for the unexpected. Paul Southwick takes a tour.

Three training takeaways from Hubert Novak

First Australian Airbus H160 Order Secured by Linfox

Bell 429 Built for the Job • If a helo operator was looking for an incredibly versatile, highly capable light twin-engine utility helicopter to add to its fleet, then it’s probably safe to say the Bell 429 would hit the bullseye. Benn Marks takes a closer look.

Fly’n for Fun • Recreational Aviation Australia’s Fly’n for Fun returns to Parkes in March with a renewed focus on community, connection and enjoyment, as CEO Maxine Milera explains why success isn’t always measured in numbers. Steve Hitchen reports.

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The Last Word on Fuel • Fuel systems may not be glamorous, but they are critical to flight safety. Jim Davis explains why understanding “engine fodder” matters more than most pilots realise.

Smarter Aviation is Here • Regional Aviation Association of Australia...