About Darling Downs Aero Club

The Darling Downs Aero Club has provided professional pilot training since 1946, training thousands of recreational and commercial pilots. The Club has built a reputation based on vision, leadership, commitment, empathy, teamwork and flexibility, giving the leading edge in the competitive job market by focussing on you and your individual needs. Our mission is to provide the highest quality aviation training available. All flight training is logged in aircraft, as opposed to the use of flight simulators. We believe a hands on approach provides the best testing ground for pilots of the future. [ More... ]

Special Training: Constant Speed

Constant Speed and Retractable Undercarriage Endorsement

This endorsement gives you the ability to fly and operate more complex aircraft. These aircraft operate at a higher speed and make cross-country flying more time efficient.

Requirements to complete Constant Speed and Retractable Undercarriage Endorsement

Must hold minimum of a Private Pilot's Licence (PPL)
Successfully complete 3 hours of dual training

Flight Training

Aeroplane Endorsement
Use of retractable undercarriage and it's emergency systems
Use of constant speed propeller to gain optimum aeroplane performance
Training includes 3 hours of flight training
NB. Briefings cover the above topics

Aircraft

Cessna 182RG

The Cessna 182RG will allow you to experience variable pitch propellers and constant speed units. The 182RG is an excellent choice to complete your Constant Speed and Retractable Undercarriage Endorsement.

Where Next...

Formation Endorsement