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.

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Aviation Recovery Framework targets GA Revitalisation • The Federal Government’s Aviation Recovery Framework has the industry excited about the potential benefits for GA.

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AFTIA proposes GA Apprenticeship Scheme • The training association has proposed a bold scheme to combat pilot drain from small operators.

Textron conducts First Flight of Beech Denali • Textron’s new SETP takes to the air for the first time.

Revived PAC to develop Super-PAC SETP • Kiwi manufacturer bounces back from liquidation with a new turbo-prop.

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RAAus teams-up with AMDA for National Fly-in • Partnership hopes to bring GA community together.

Recognising the Service • Each year the CASA Wings Awards recognise significant contributions to general aviation by dedicated and passionate aviators, clubs and organisations. It is people like the winners of the 2021 awards that underpin and embody the spirit of general aviation in Australia. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority, the Australian Division of the Royal Aeronautical Society and Australian Flying magazine are proud to congratulate all of the following award winners.

Versatility in the Air • Why has the R66 been the world’s most popular turbine helicopter, for so many years? To find out CPL(H) Stephan Reichert joined Paul Southwick at Heliflite in Bankstown to stretch the legs of their demonstrator.

Taming a Turbo-prop • Exactly how large is the leap from piston engines to turbo-props? Paul Southwick took himself off to Cessnock to get a turbine endorsement on a Cessna Caravan and found himself in a whole new world of professionalism.

Renewal of a Classic • Sydney Flying College has injected some youth into its fleet with six new 2021 Piper Archer TX trainers. Steve Hitchen visited SFC to see how the latest Archer stacks up against its very popular and capable ancestors.

Advice for a Younger Me • RAAA CEO Steve Campbell retired from a long and fruitful career in commercial flying before going into aviation administration. Each step on his journey helped him achieve his flying ambitions. Here he reflects on what he would say if he was able to meet his 20-year-old self today.

Flying things German • Jim Davis remembers a close encounter between two German classics and how a ride-swap gave his logbook an edge over the legendary Zingi Harrison.

Riding the Ill Wind • Coping with tricky and blustery crosswinds is a big part of being a pilot, but for so many they represent a challenge when it comes to pulling off a decent landing. Steve Hitchen visited Merit Aviation to learn the tricks and techniques of dealing with a strong crosswind.

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Radiating energy • Radial engines were once the dominant cylinder configuration in aviation, but have been overtaken by more efficient engine types. However, Tony Self found out there is still plenty of support for this evocative throw-back to the romantic age of aviation.

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