Flight training and our precautions
DDAC Instructor • May 14, 2020
We're open for flight training but we've implemented some changes
The Darling Downs Aero Club is taking all the necessary steps to comply with the current COVID-19 regulations.
The aeroplanes are being cleaned between students; surfaces, especially those in high traffic areas, are wiped down every day and hand sanitiser is available at the front counter. In addition, all staff, students and members have their temperature checked upon arrival.
We are temporarily limiting our flying to flight training only, as we are providing an education service that cannot be conducted from a home learning environment. We are looking forward to recommencing trial introductory flights and scenic flights as the current restrictions are slowly wound back.
As an organisation we are doing everything we can to keep all staff, students and members safe during these trying times. If you'd like to make a booking for flight training, please call or email us before you visit.
We can’t wait to recommence DDAC Sunday Fundays when it is deemed safe to do so. Until then, stay safe everyone!
Thank you!
DDAC Staff
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