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LEARN TO FLY

Flight Training.

Otago Aviation Academy, we offer a comprehensive range of flight training options tailored to meet various career and personal aviation goals.
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What’s involved?

Based in one of New Zealand’s most stunning alpine regions, Otago Aviation Academy offers an exceptional environment for learning to fly. Our training combines expert instruction with flexible course delivery, giving you the tools, confidence, and support to launch your aviation career.

We offer training across all key licence and rating pathways, including:

  • Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

  • Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

  • Single-Engine and Multi-Engine Instrument Ratings (SEIR and MEIR)

  • C Category Flight Instructor Rating

Tailored to you!

Flight training

Our training programmes include a mix of classroom-based theory and in-aircraft flight training. Flying lessons are designed around instruction, demonstration, and supervised practice, all aligned with the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (NZCAA) syllabus.

Whether you’re training full-time or part-time, OAA offers flexibility to accommodate your schedule. We understand that learning to fly requires commitment, and we’re here to make that journey as seamless and rewarding as possible.

Flight training

Otago Aviation Academy Training Courses.

New Zealand Diploma in Aviation with strands in Aeroplane (Level 5)

Otago Aviation Academy's training program

New Zealand Diploma in Aviation with strands in Aeroplane Flight Instruction (Level 6)

Otago Aviation Academy's advanced training program

Student Resources

We provide important academic and operational resources to support you throughout your training. If you have specific questions, please contact us at info@otagoaviation.ac.nz.

What’s it like training with OAA?

Hamish Christie: OAA Student

“Being born and bred in Wanaka, OAA was the right choice for me when it came to flight training. Progressing first as a student pilot and then working up the instructing ladder, OAA provided me with all the support and opportunity I needed to achieve my airline dream. All of the staff at OAA are very passionate about aviation. They were always happy to go above and beyond to help, and share their knowledge and experience. The skills I’ve learnt and the memories I have of OAA will stick with me throughout my career.”

YOUR DREAMS START ON THE RUNWAY. DON’T TAKE A BACKSEAT.

Get in touch with us today to enquire about our scenic flights over Wanaka and flight training programmes.

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