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General News
6 June, 2025
Flight School now open
THERE were plenty of eyes pointed skywards at the Warrnambool airfield last weekend.
The primary training aircraft, a Piper Cherokee, now based at Warrnambool.
Last Sunday marked the official opening of the new Warrnambool-based flight school, giving local aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to take a step closer to earning their wings.
The primary training aircraft used by the new flight school, a Piper Cherokee, was on display during the day.
Visitors to the airfield also had the opportunity to view a Cessna 172 and two light sport aircraft from Tyabb (VANS RV-12s).
A variety of other aircraft were also on display, showcasing planes from both the Peninsula Aero Club and the Warrnambool Aero Club.
Flight school instructor Tony Franc was kept busy with students throughout the day, while many others signed up for trial introductory flights.
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