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LEARN TO FLY

Flight Training.

U-FLY offers full time and flexible approaches to flight training for both private and commercial licenses.

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What’s involved?

Located in one of the most stunning mountainous regions of New Zealand, U-FLY offers trainee pilots the opportunity to learn to fly in Wanaka. We deliver expert instruction to guide you through your Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training, Single or Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (SEIR or MEIR), and C-Category Instructor Rating. For trainee pilots who would like to explore Commercial Aviation, they must first complete their PPL in order to begin their CPL.

U-FLY training courses include a combination of classroom-based theory sessions and flying sessions. The flying sessions include elements of instruction, demonstration and practice. All U-FLY courses follow strict NZCAA syllabus ensuring maximum learning efficiency.

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4
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Basic Control

Solo Prep Pack

Mountain Flying Training

Commercial Pilot License

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Year-round

Website

u-flywanaka.co.nz

Location

Wanaka

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Mountain Flying Training

This training is split into three sections; terrain and weather awareness, basic mountain flying and advanced mountain flying. We will ensure that no matter what terrain you are operating in, you will have developed a special set of mountain flying skills, knowledge and techniques to tackle it.

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Solo Prep Pack

The 10-hour solo preparation package will get you to the point of being ready to fly solo. This package includes everything in the starter pack and basic control pack, then extends your training and experience to prepare you for your first solo flight.

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Private Pilot License (PPL)

If you have always wanted to learn to fly, now is the chance to start your aviation dream! As an introduction, we recommend you complete one of the U-FLY Trial Flights prior to beginning your PPL.

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Basic Control

The Basic Control Package is made up of 6 lessons including theory. You will learn pre-flight checks, take off, basic flying skills, and landing.

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Commercial Pilot License

Looking to take your Private Pilot License (PPL) to the next step? This qualification will allow you to work as a commercial pilot within New Zealand and around the world. Our team of instructors will guide you through all stages of the Commercial Pilot License theoretical and practical training.

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License

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4 intakes a year: Feb, May, Aug, Nov

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