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VH-TRW 2010 King Air C90GTi Aircraft Profile

If you want to ride in comfort and luxury, you can’t go past Curtis Aviation’s Beechcraft King Air C90GTi.  It has it all, delivering airline safety and state-of-the-art technology.  No wonder it’s such a revered aircraft world-wide, and here’s why. Looking at its popularity, it’s not hard to see why many believe the King Air is the most successful business aircraft ever designed. King Air production began way back in 1964.  The King Air has morphed into a variety of models over the years and is widely regarded as the perfect high capability charter aircraft.

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VH-BXO – 2007 Cessna C182T G1000 Aircraft Profile

If you’ve ever flown a Cessna 182T, you’d know it’s one mighty fine aircraft.  Reliable, stable cruising, and the ideal aircraft for any pilot seeking adventure….in comfort! Let us introduce you to VH-WRW and the other 182’s in the Curtis Aviation fleet. What is the Cessna 182T used for and why such a popular aircraft? The Cessna 182T is fully IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) ready with a 235hp engine. Here at Curtis Aviation, Cessna 182s are our MOST POPULAR choice when people want to travel or fly charter around Australia. With all the comforts of

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VH-VPZ – 2021 Cirrus SR22 Aircraft Profile

We are excited to introduce you to the latest addition of our fleet, the sleek, fast and fabulous 2021 Cirrus SR22, VH-VPZ. It’s difficult to spot the difference between a SR22 and SR20 when looking at them, but when you take your seat, buckle up and get going, that’s when the technological innovation and stellar performance of the SR22 comes into its own. Why fly a Cirrus SR22? The moment you step into the cabin of the SR22, you know you’re flying first class all the way.  It won’t take long to notice the luxurious

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ACA 2022 Super Decathlon Aircraft Profile

Curtis Aviation is the home of aerobatic training and is ready to take your aerobatic flying skills to new heights.  The Super Decathlon 8KCAB by American Champion Aircraft (ACA) has joined our aerobatic training fleet and we are super excited for you to experience its acrobatic-like capabilities. What is the ACA Decathalon? The Super Decathlon is a tandem two-seater, tailwheel, dual-control light aircraft which can be used for personal recreational flying or the ideal aircraft to master aerobatic flying. This model was built for and flown by aerobatic champion and display pilot, Greg Coontz of

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Aviation Open Day – 28 January

If you are interested in a career as a commercial pilot or flying instructor, you are invited to join us to find out more about flying as a career.  Full time and part time study options are available for less than you might think. Meet and speak with pilots already in the industry and get up close with some of our aircraft at our Aviation open day on Saturday the 28th of January from 10am – 1pm. Reserve your spot today using this registration link. You can read more about getting your commercial pilot licence

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Instrument Rating
How much do flying lessons cost in Australia?

Think flying is a pastime only for the elite and famous?    Think again.  Over 60,000 people in Australia know how to fly and they come from all walks of life. People learn to fly for a multitude of reasons, including: A desire to learn a new skill and have fun To see new places and go on unique adventures, and To pursue a career as a professional pilot. For others it is a necessity when living or working in remote locations, such as rural or outback properties. Like many pastimes and career training choices,

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