WOL · Flight training
Learn to fly
at Wollongong Airport
Four flight training schools are based at WOL — from first solo to commercial licence, fixed-wing to helicopter.
WOL · Flight training
Four flight training schools are based at WOL — from first solo to commercial licence, fixed-wing to helicopter.
Wollongong Airport is one of the Illawarra's longest-serving flight training hubs. With four schools operating from the airport — covering recreational, private, commercial and helicopter training — WOL offers a complete pathway from first flight to professional licence. Free parking, uncongested airspace and a dedicated training environment make it one of the best places to learn in NSW.
Fixed wing · All levels
An aviation training experience for all ages and skill levels, with professional service from qualified and experienced pilots. Based at Wollongong Airport, NSW Air Flight Training offers a welcoming environment for students from first flight through to advanced ratings.
nswairflighttraining.com.au →Fixed wing · RPL to CPL
A full-service flight school based at Shellharbour Airport offering training from Light Sport Pilot Certificate through to Commercial Pilot Licence and Instrument Rating. Airspeed operates at multiple NSW locations with experienced instructors and a modern training fleet.
airspeedflightschool.com.au →
Recreational flying
Based at Shellharbour Airport since 2008, Fly Illawarra specialises in recreational flying training and aircraft hire. Operating over one of Australia's most spectacular coastlines, it's an ideal environment for students working toward a recreational pilot certificate.
flyillawarra.com.au →Helicopter training
In addition to charter and aerial work, Touchdown Helicopters offers helicopter flight training from their base at Wollongong Airport. With a fleet of 9 helicopters and experienced instructors, they provide training across the full range of rotary-wing endorsements.
touchdownhelicopters.com.au →
Ready to fly?
Contact any of the schools above directly to enquire about trial flights, course options and pricing. All four operators are based right here at Wollongong Airport — free parking, no fuss.
Training schools at WOL
NSW Air Flight Training Airspeed Aviation Fly Illawarra Touchdown Helicopters