Aviation

The Aviation Elective in Year 9/10 is for students who desire to experience aviation firsthand. Students may have an emerging interest in aviation or be dedicated ‘plane spotters’ already! The Aviation Elective is intended to be both challenging and inspiring where students gain valuable insight into the diverse areas of the aviation industry.

The full-year elective focuses on fixed-wing pilot training, drone operations and mechanical engineering with basic aeronautical knowledge to support these areas of learning.

Students complete two hours of inflight pilot training towards a Recreational Pilot Certificate (RPC) and several hours of private drone flying. The engineering component is based on the National Training Modules, providing students with an understanding of the skill and high standards demanded by the aviation industry.

Flight Training

Two hours of practical flight instruction delivered by a qualified instructor in an Ultralight aircraft.

Aviation Engineering

• Sheet fabrication techniques required in fabrication & restoration projects
• Aircraft Engines
• Aircraft maintenance requirements
• Common materials construction techniques

Drone Operations

• Theory requirements for safe recreational drone operations
• Practical flying skills contributing to the CASA
• Working toward a Remote Pilots Licence (RePL).

Basic Aeronautical Knowledge

The aspects of this component are based on the knowledge requirements for the Recreational Pilots Certificate set out by RAAus which supports and connects the students learning in the other areas. One of the ways we explore these learnings is through the construction of two scratch build, balsa wood models. The general areas that are explored in this component include:

• Principles of Flight
• Microsoft Flight Simulator Training
• Flight Manoeuvres
• Engines
• Engine Support Systems
• Aircraft Support Systems
• Aviation Radio Certificate
• Air Legislation
• Human Factors
• Developing Airmanship

Since 2006, Mid North Christian College has been successful in obtaining financial support from The Sir Ross and Sir Keith Smith Fund.

This support is allocated towards pilot training time and some engineering equipment. This generous financial contribution makes it possible for students for MNCC to offer this unique elective.

Contact Our Team

If you have any questions, comments or would like an application form, be sure to contact our Aviation Coordinator on 8632 4240 or via email admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au.