One thing is for certain, there’s nothing more spectacular than taking in Sydney’s most iconic landmarks and scenery by air.  The question is, having such expansive surrounds, which offers the best scenic flight experience and value for you? If you’re looking for the ultimate scenic joy flight in Sydney, here are some options that may help you decide. Short flying experiences Just want to experience being in a small plane?  Here at Curtis Aviation at Sydney’s Camden Airport, we would suggest a 30 minute flight following the grand Nepean River towards Penrith for an amazing

Thinking flying is the career for you?  Although it is a fantastic and exciting career for many, before you jump in Ray-Bans and all, here are a few things you may want to consider before embarking on the training to make sure it’s the right fit for you. First of all, why is being a pilot such a desirable career?  Many commercial and airline pilots will tell you it’s because you’re working in a dynamic environment that is challenging and rewarding.  In fact, many couldn’t imagine themselves working in any other job.  Flying often is

Interested in learning to fly? Believe it or not, most people find it easier to fly than they first thought with thousands of Australians from all walks of life flying for fun, adventure, to reach far-away places and even business or career. There is no minimum age to start your flying lessons and no minimum educational requirements, you just need a desire and persistence. To help you understand what is involved, here are some of the common questions we’re asked about becoming a Private Pilot. Who can get a flying license? You need to be

Consider this.  What will make you a more skilled driver?  Learning on a manual car where you become one with the clutch and gears or learning in an automatic? The same applies to flying. Flying a tailwheel will make a real pilot out of you by teaching you how to control, take off and land an aeroplane properly.  Tailwheels aren’t necessarily harder to fly, they just require greater concentration and attention to detail. What you’ll find by flying a tailwheel, not only will you be a more skilled pilot, you’ll also develop higher flying standards.