Flight Training Auckland

Flight Training Auckland Airline Flying Club, trading as Flight Training Auckland is a flight school, training new and current pilots, and is a great place to fly.

Located at Ardmore Airport in Auckland. Visit our website at https://www.flighttrainingauckland.co.nz/ Based at Ardmore Airport, New Zealand's Busiest General Aviation Airfield, Airline Flying Club has an outstanding success record in both private and commercial flight training.

Ready for an adrenaline rush you'll never forget?Imagine sitting in the pilot's seat, taking control of a light aircraft...
27/03/2026

Ready for an adrenaline rush you'll never forget?
Imagine sitting in the pilot's seat, taking control of a light aircraft with an experienced instructor right beside you as you soar over Auckland!
Our Trial Flights at Flight Training Auckland give you that exact experience.
Fly in one of our well-maintained aircraft:
✅ 2 × Cessna 172
✅ 1 × Cessna 152
✅ 1 × Piper PA28-180 Cherokee
Perfect for future pilots, curious adventurers, or anyone wanting to tick "fly a plane" off their bucket list!
Spots fill up fast — secure your Trial Flight here:
https://www.flighttrainingauckland.co.nz/trial-flight/

Sky Café at Ardmore Airport is a gem for anyone in the area—great food, solid coffee, and that unbeatable view of planes...
27/03/2026

Sky Café at Ardmore Airport is a gem for anyone in the area—great food, solid coffee, and that unbeatable view of planes taking off and landing all day.
It's an easy spot for a relaxed meal with an aviation vibe. The location at 700 Harvard Lane, Ardmore puts you right in the action at one of NZ's busiest general aviation airports.
What are you in the mood for today? Our menu has a mix of snacks, refreshments, and more substantial options—anything specific catching your eye, or just going for the classic café experience with a side of aircraft spotting?
Enjoy it if you head over!

Meet Jerom de WildeC Category InstructorAs a flight instructor, I have instructing in the following areas:• CPL• C Cat (...
27/03/2026

Meet Jerom de Wilde
C Category Instructor
As a flight instructor, I have instructing in the following areas:
• CPL
• C Cat (Single Engine)
Starting out at Walsh, Jerom was immediately hooked on aviation. He then pursued his interest and completed a Diploma in Aviation. Inspired by his previous instructors, he later completed his C-Cat instructor rating and is keen to pass on his knowledge and maximise the flying experience for his students. Outside of flying, Jerom enjoys running and keeping up with sports.

Meet Alex WooC Category InstructorAs a flight instructor, I have instructing in the following areas:• CPL• C Cat (Single...
27/03/2026

Meet Alex Woo
C Category Instructor
As a flight instructor, I have instructing in the following areas:
• CPL
• C Cat (Single Engine)
• Night Endorsement
Alex’s journey to the skies began in a very different place – studying Marine Biology at the University of Auckland before working as an asbestos consultant.
Driven by a long-standing passion for aviation, he decided on a bold career change, completing his Diploma in Aviation and eventually earning his Category C Flight Instructor rating. Alex is known for his supportive teaching style, with a strong focus on safety, situational awareness, and building student confidence. Outside the cockpit, he enjoys fishing, kayaking, camping, and travelling whenever he gets the chance.

Meet Sky LiB Category InstructorAs a flight instructor, I have over six years instructing in the following areas:• CPL• ...
27/03/2026

Meet Sky Li
B Category Instructor
As a flight instructor, I have over six years instructing in the following areas:
• CPL
• B Cat (Single Engine)
• Night Endorsement
• Terrain & Weather Awareness
• Spinning
Sky has harbored a dream of flying since her childhood in China, a dream she successfully realised in New Zealand. She has taken on the role of an instructor, dedicating herself to assisting others in reaching their own aspirations of flight. Notably, boasting over six years of experience in teaching aviation in New Zealand. Her qualifications include a Commercial Pilot License, a B-Cat Instructor rating, and a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating.

Meet our Chief Pilot - Dave CoganB and D Category Instructor & Chief Flying Instructor (CFI), Flight Training Auckland.A...
27/03/2026

Meet our Chief Pilot - Dave Cogan
B and D Category Instructor & Chief Flying Instructor (CFI), Flight Training Auckland.

As a flight instructor, I have 20 years instructing in the following areas:

• Private & Commercial flight training lessons
• Multi Engine Endorsement
• Instrument Flight Rating (Single or Multi-Engine)
• Spinning
• Aerobatics Rating
• Night Endorsement
• Terrain & Weather Awareness
• Mountain Flying
• Parachute Drop Pilot Ratings

I have served as a line pilot operating the King Air 350 for air ambulance services. Additionally, I have overseen flight and pilot training for a Part 115 adventure aviation tandem skydiving operation, focusing on training pilots to operate both turbine and piston aircraft for diverse skydiving activities across New Zealand.

Last weekend we hosted a club fly-in to Whitianga aerodrome ✈️An amazing turnout with all club aircraft participating, f...
13/12/2025

Last weekend we hosted a club fly-in to Whitianga aerodrome ✈️
An amazing turnout with all club aircraft participating, full of enthusiastic students enjoying a beautiful summer flying day!

Another solo achievement in the recent months - congratulations to Han Park! Han (left) began his training with his inst...
06/11/2025

Another solo achievement in the recent months - congratulations to Han Park!

Han (left) began his training with his instructor, Dan Brown (right), and is well on his way towards transitioning from fixing planes to flying planes! 👷‍♂️

We’re kicking off spring with another milestone. Congratulations to Rohan Titus, our newest PPL! 🌸⭐️Rohan is our second ...
27/09/2025

We’re kicking off spring with another milestone. Congratulations to Rohan Titus, our newest PPL! 🌸⭐️
Rohan is our second student this year to complete his PPL training within 3 months. He’s now off to India for his wedding… but we’d like to think it’s also to break the news that he can now officially fly his family and friends around Aotearoa. 😏💍

A huge congratulations to James Moloney (right) on achieving his first solo! Here’s a snapshot of James with his instruc...
28/08/2025

A huge congratulations to James Moloney (right) on achieving his first solo!
Here’s a snapshot of James with his instructor, Dan Brown (left), celebrating his first milestone in his aviation journey. Well done James! 🎊🙌

Finally, we have James to round out our July PPL success stories! James started training with us two years ago and is ou...
16/08/2025

Finally, we have James to round out our July PPL success stories! James started training with us two years ago and is our most recent PPL holder! 🤩🔥

Congratulations James. Juggling an intense job and pilot training isn’t easy but you nailed it. To top it off, James recently treated himself to a PA28RT-201T (ZK-TFD) for his birthday. He’s well on his way to zoom through the skies in style. 🚀🛩️

Up next is Josh! 🎉Josh trained under the Watchful 🦉 eye of Dave, Jacob, and Simon, earning his PPL recently after puttin...
14/08/2025

Up next is Josh! 🎉
Josh trained under the Watchful 🦉 eye of Dave, Jacob, and Simon, earning his PPL recently after putting in countless hours of study and training. He’s now heading off to America for work and to join one of the world’s biggest GA communities, flying some seriously cool Cirrus aircraft. ✈️
Amazing work Josh! Congratulations 🙌

Address

700 Harvard Lane, Ardmore Airfield
Ardmore
2582

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+6492984747

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