Duration
27 weeks
Course Description
This qualification reflects the roles of individuals delivering training and assessment services usually within aviation Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) or flight training organisations.
This qualification is also suitable preparation for those engaged in the delivery of training and assessment of competence in an aviation workplace context, as a component of a structured vocational education and training (VET) program.
Flight instruction duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation and vocational skills and knowledge to a wide range of learners, operating conditions and aviation environments.
Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in known or changing contexts within broad but established parameters.
This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification as a flight instructor by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Flight crew licensing.
People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.
Occupations include:
- Flight Instructor – Grade 3
- Flight Instructor – Grade 2
- Qualified Flying Instructor - Military
Career Outcomes
Flight Instructor
Flight Instructors are experienced and licenced pilots who conduct flight training, including practical and classroom room based training both to individuals and groups. They demonstrate and explain the principles of flight, aerial navigation, weather factors and flying regulations both on the ground and in the air. They also assess the skills and ability of their flight trainees.
CRICOS Details
Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Airways Aviation Education Pty Ltd in 031505 - Aircraft Operation.
- CRICOS course code: 115559E
- Provider: Airways Aviation Education Pty Ltd
- Course level: Diploma
- Study level: VET
- Field of education: 031505 - Aircraft Operation
- National qualification code: AVI50419
- Dual qualification: No
- Foundation studies: No
- Work component: No
- Course language: English
- Duration: 27 weeks
- Locations: Archerfield, BILINGA, LOFTVILLE, QLD, NSW
This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.