Sydney, Australia – Sydney Flight College (SFC Australia) has released its 2024 Yearly Recap, showcasing a year of expansion, record-breaking achievements, and strong community engagement. With milestones such as the launch of its second airbase and significant additions to its fleet and training resources, SFC has solidified its position as a leading aviation training provider in Australia.

• Expansion and Growth:
  • Opened the Pilot Academy in Tamworth, SFC’s second Australian airbase.
  • Hosted the first Pilot Academy Open Day in Tamworth.
• Membership and Training:
  • 773 members, with 225 new students and 167 graduates in 2024.
  • Achieved a record-breaking 20,000 flight hours during the year.
  • Operates a fleet of 40 aircraft and employs 40 instructors.
• Fleet and Simulator Updates:
  • Added 2 Piper Archer, 1 Super Decathlon, and 2 Piper Archer LX aircraft.
  • Expanded training tools with 2 True Course VR Simulators, 2 Redbird MCX Full Motion Simulators, and 2 Redbird TD-G Simulators.
• Community and Outreach:
  • Conducted 20 Aviation Experience Days, 60 expos, and 4 roadshows across Tamworth, Brisbane, Northern NSW, and Albury.
  • Engaged in 3,500 conversations at expos, with 465 meet-and-greets—a 13% increase compared to 2023.
  • Traveled 8,624 kilometers during roadshows and hosted 28 club events.
  • Featured 13 times in Australian media.
• Charitable Initiatives:
  • Raised $65,000 for Angel Flight during the SFC Air Race 2024.
• Social Media Impact:
  • Reached 9,879 followers and generated 30,325 likes on social platforms in 2024.

About Sydney Flight College (SFC Australia)
Sydney Flight College (SFC Australia) is headquartered in Bankstown, New South Wales, and is one of Australia’s premier pilot training organizations. Offering comprehensive flight training and aviation education, SFC supports students in achieving their goals in professional and recreational aviation.

Source: SFC Australia
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