Australian Aeronautical Academy

Based at Melbourne’s Essendon Airport, Australian Aeronautical Academy, a division of Melbourne Flight Academy Pty Ltd is approximately 5 nautical miles (10 kilometres) north of Melbourne CBD.

Aviation Pilot Training

The Academy’s special focus is providing airline pilot training for Australia & the Asia-Pacific region. We benefit from a close working relationship with Australian Government, Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia along with Civil Aviation Authorities of both The People’s Republic of China and Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

We offer high quality instruction by experienced pilots & industry professionals; from ground theory in our modern, purpose built classrooms to flight instruction in our modern aircraft fleet comprised of single engine through to the Airbus A320 synthetic trainer.

A commitment to safety being our top priority combined with over 30 years experience ensures our services are provided in a safe environment with a proven safety record.

Essendon Airport benefits from two runways, a control tower, Class C airspace and published instrument approach procedures – making it most suitable for pilot training in all weather conditions.

Pilot Training at Bacchus Marsh Airport

In addition to operations at Essendon Airport, Flight Academy Australia has a branch at Bacchus Marsh Airport, about 50 kms west of Melbourne. This branch enables the Academy to provide training at Bacchus Marsh, an environment which consists of two long runways, sealed and unsealed, in low traffic CTAF airspace.

Australian Aeronautical Academy (AAA) has a long list of satisfied clients including the Australian Air Force Cadets & produces the most professional pilots, with past graduates having gone on to a successful career in aviation both in Australia and internationally.

Australian Aeronautical Academy Aviation Training

Michael Lanza, Head of Operations & Chief Pilot

Australian Aeronautical Academy (AAA) is a wholly owned division of Melbourne Flight Academy Pty Ltd.  AAA is owned and operated by Michael Lanza, a well known and respected operator with over 30 years operational experience in the aviation industry.

Mike’s extensive experience in the industry covers such areas as Flight Training, Instrument Training, Charter, Aerial Work and Survey as well as ground theory and endorsement on the Beechcraft King Air series of aircraft. Mike also provides Approved Testing Officer (ATO) services.

Australian Aeronautical Academy operates out of the main terminal at Essendon Airport. With a strong focus on pilot training from Student to Commercial Pilot Licence standard, AAA offers potential trainee pilots with quality training carried out by experienced Flight Instructors.

AAA is also able to offer domestic and international Air Charter services in a range of aircraft to cater for the corporate and private sectors.

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