Waikato Aero Club

How To Get Started

The first step: Trial Flights
A Trial Flight is not compulsory, but it can be a good idea, particularly if you have little flying experience or are not sure whether flying is for you. It is an informal, non-committing flight to let you to see for yourself what flying an aeroplane is really like - and how it feels to be at an aircraft's controls!

There are two types of Trial Flights we offer.

Alpha 160 Trial Flight*
This is taken in one of our Alpha 160 two-seater trainers and is twenty minutes in duration. This Trial Flight is $79.

Cessna 172 Trial Flight*
This is taken in one of our Cessna 172 club aircraft. Its four seats mean that while you take control, a pair of passengers can be there to share the scenery. It is also twenty minutes long. A four-seater Trial Flight is $99.

 
The next step: the Starter Pack
The Waikato Aero Club offers a very competitive Starter Pack* to get you on your way. It includes:

  • your first three flying lessons
  • your Pilot's Logbook
  • your Student Training Manual
  • Waikato Aero Club membership

    Valued at $615, a Starter Pack is available for $495, offering a saving of $120.


    *Gift Vouchers available.
    All prices are subject to change without notice, include New Zealand Goods and Services Tax and are in New Zealand dollars.

  •