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Lanseria Flight Centre

FLIGHT TRAINING FOR CAREER PILOTS

Internationally recognised first-class flight school & aviation training organisation

YOUR WINGS AWAIT โ€” FLY WITH CONFIDENCE

Over 35 years of professional pilot training excellence

FROM SOUTH AFRICA TO THE WORLD'S TOP AIRLINES

Our pilots fly for SAA, British Airways, Qantas, Emirates & Virgin Atlantic

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35+

Years Experience

200+

Runways Access

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World Airlines

1000+

Pilots Trained

Lanseria Flight Centre

Lanseria Flight Centre

Lanseria Flight Centre was established in 1989 and is one of South Africa's leading flight training organisations. We have an excellent record with foreign students who can complete their flying in a reasonable timeframe and to a recognised global training standard.

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Pilot Training

World-Class Flight Training Organisation

Internationally recognised as a first-class flight training organisation, LFC specialises in offering professional pilot training for local and international aviation students.

We offer both part-time and full-time flight training, hour-building, for a hobby or career, airline pilot, as well as advanced pilot training.

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Diverse Aircraft for Every Mission

Our fleet consists of various aircraft including Cessna 172, Cessna 177RG, Cessna 182, Cessna 210, Beechcraft Duchess, Piper Seneca, Beechcraft Baron 58, Piper Navajo, Cessna Caravan, and Diamond DA42.

We also pride ourselves in being able to offer Multi Engine Glass Cockpit training. At LFC we have a desire to deliver the highest quality products and services to the industry.

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Professional Instructors

Professional Instructors

A major factor in our growth is our team of full-time dedicated instructors who offer exceptional standards of instruction and establish an excellent rapport with the student ensuring optimum results every time!

The instructors have a wealth of airline, air force and charter flying experience that you can draw on to plan your training and future in aviation.

LFC train from ab-initio, PPL, CPL to ATPL. Whether you want to fly for pleasure with a Private Pilot's Licence or open a lifetime of opportunities for a career in commercial aviation, we can guide you through an approved course of comprehensive practical and theory training.

International Students & Graduates

LFC have an excellent record with foreign students who arrive for a limited period to complete their flying in a timeframe and to a recognised global training standard.

We offer pilot licences, hour-building, ratings, hire and fly, and flying safaris. LFC has partnered with UK pilot training offering EASA licences and ratings.

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Our Pilots Fly for the World's Top Airlines

Lanseria Flight Centre has graduates who now fly for all the large airlines and corporate operators throughout the world.

These include: South African Airways, Comair, Safair, Mango, Kulula, British Airways, Qantas, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Thai Air, Virgin, Cathay Pacific, Gulf Air, Aer Lingus, Air Mauritius, as well as the South African Air Force and SACAA.

En route for the major airlines our top graduates build hours and experience as instructors and charter pilots.

Air Charter

Air Charter and Aircraft Leasing

LFC offers a wide range of aircraft for air charter and aircraft leasing on an ad hoc and contract basis.

Private VIP air charter, contract flights, ambulance services, aircraft leasing throughout the SADC region.

LFC has long standing contracts with corporate, hotel groups, lodges, medivac and mining operations. LFC operates aircraft based out of major airports throughout South Africa.

Our Services

AMO, Aircraft Leasing and Sales

LFC has its own maintenance AMO Division called CAMS Central Aircraft Maintenance Services, providing maintenance, repairs, parts and a selection of pre-owned aircraft for sale.

LFC leases aircraft to corporates, mines, lodges and medical air rescue operations throughout Africa. Established in 1989, LFC has built strong relationships and partnerships with both clients and suppliers.

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Fly Into The Future

Lanseria Flight Centre Prepares to Fly Into the Future

With his team, and over 35 years experience, Ian Dyson, looks forward to continuing a rich tradition of professional pilot training and services to the aviation industry.

There is no better time to enter aviation with the airlines expanding at unprecedented levels, the demand for pilots has never been so great. We will be there to deliver them to the market to the highest standard expected.

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Lanseria Flight Centre Services

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Flight Training

World-class programmes from Private Pilot Licence through to Commercial Pilot Licence and Frozen ATPL.

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Air Charter

Premier Shuttle Services, Business Charters, VIP Charters, Air Taxi, Leisure Charters, Lease & Contract Work.

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Flying Safaris

The most adventurous and luxurious way to see Africa, tailored to meet your individual needs.

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Ground School

Comprehensive training manuals and dedicated lecturers for all theoretical aviation subjects.

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Night Rating

Command your aircraft after sunset โ€” more flexibility to adapt your time schedules after dark.

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Instructor Rating

Add experience and value to your CV with an instructor rating that gives you an edge in aviation.

Professional Pilot Training Programmes

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Private Pilot Licence

Carry passengers ยท Fly for business or pleasure

Whether you plan on flying purely for pleasure or a career, you have to start at the beginning. The Private Pilot's Licence is where your adventure in aviation starts.

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Commercial Pilot Licence

Single Engine ยท Multi Engine

A commercial pilot's licence is the last phase of a series of training modules to be completed before you can submit your licence to the SACAA and finally receive your Commercial Pilot's Licence.

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Frozen ATPL Licence

Multi Engine Instrument Flight

A Frozen ATPL License is when a candidate currently has a Commercial Pilots Licence with an Instrument Rating and has completed their exams towards their Airline Transport Pilots Licence.

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EASA Frozen ATPL License

Modular frozen ATPL training programme

Progress with little or no previous flying experience from Private Pilot's License to a Commercial Pilot's Licence (CPL) level with 'frozen ATPL' and Multi-Engine (ME) Instrument rating (IR) in approximately 15 months.

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International Students

We look forward to training you!

We offer Pilot Training for International Students. We have an excellent reputation for training students from all over the world as far afield as the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Africa, North and South America.

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Hour Building

Accelerate Your Flight Training

Our Hour Building Packages for Foreign Student Pilots can be done by easily obtaining a Holiday Pilots Licence Validation. Take advantage of our great weather, over 200 runways and a high standard of flying.

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Theoretical Aviation Training

Our theoretical courses are vital for a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical knowledge required that will be the foundation for the rest of your flying career.

The PPL lectures are conducted in blocks throughout the year. CPL lectures are normally conducted 3 times a year and the ATPL lectures twice a year.

Our high pass rate at the SACAA examinations is a tribute to our lectures and training manuals.

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Course Subjects

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Aviation Law
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Principles of Flight
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Meteorology
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Aircraft Technical & General
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Radio Telephony
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Navigation
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Human Performance
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Flight Planning & Performance

Air Charter Services

Our Air Charter Service includes Premier Shuttle Services, Business Charters, Air Taxi, Leisure Charters, Lease & Contract Work, AMO, FBO, Film Industry Services and Specialist Cargo Applications.

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Premier Shuttle Services

Guests are met directly at International Arrivals and escorted to our aircraft where guests are then flown directly to a range of exclusive game lodges across southern Africa.

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Business Charters & Air Taxi

Air charter is the ultimate business travel choice when time and money are of the essence. Eliminate busy airports and delays and travel according to your schedule.

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Leisure Charters

Our leisure air charter service is perfect for your next safari, golf, fishing, scuba diving or island adventure.

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Lease & Contract Work

Aircraft available for short and long-term international lease and contract work across South Africa and most African countries.

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AMO & FBO

LFC operate a FBO for clients on short-term and long-term basis. Maintenance is carried out at our licensed Aircraft Maintenance facility.

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Film Industry Services

The film and advertising industry have made extensive use of the LFC aircraft fleet for remote location shoots.

Popular Destinations: Botswana, Maun, Delta, Okavango, Mozambique islands, Madikwe, Kruger and Sabi Sabi.

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Experience Africa by Air

The LFC Flying Safari will introduce you and your family to the wonders of Africa's habitat, game reserves, with a host of other natural excursions and sporting pastimes.

A Flying Safari means you'll spend very little time shuttling between destinations โ€” and much more visiting the animals and the people that make Africa the ultimate fly-in destination.

For those visitors who prefer not to compromise, Africa by air is the solution. We specialise in assisting travellers with the planning of their African safari tailored to meet their individual needs.

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Types of Flying Safaris

We offer extensive bush flying experience throughout Africa. All our pilots are instrument rated commercial pilots. A dedicated aircraft and pilot are at your disposal for the duration of your safari adventure.

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Insurance

We recommend comprehensive travel insurance prior to starting your African holiday. Pilot insurance and excesses calculated on each aircraft package.

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African Safari by Air
Safari Wildlife
African Landscape

Aircraft Fleet

Our aircraft fleet includes various types suitable for a variety of applications ranging from ab initio training, advanced flight training, multi-engine, glass cockpit and flight charters.

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Cessna 172

Ab initio training ยท Hire and Fly ยท Conversion to type training

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Cessna 177RG

Training only ยท Advanced training ยท Hour building ยท Fully IF equipped

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Cessna 182

Advanced training ยท Training, Charter, Hire and Fly

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Diamond DA 42

Advanced training ยท Training, Charter, Hire and Fly

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Beechcraft Duchess 76

Training and Charter ยท Multi Engine rating ยท Fully IF equipped

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Piper Seneca

Training and Charter ยท Multi Engine rating ยท Fully IF equipped

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Piper Navajo

Training and Charter ยท Multi-Engine Rating ยท Fully IF equipped

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King Air 200

Training and Charter ยท Turbine-Engine Rating ยท Fully IF equipped

Air Charter Fleet

Aircraft Type Category Passengers Max Weight Speed Range
Cessna 210Single Piston5450 kg280 km/h1 200 km
Baron 58Twin Piston5550 kg315 km/h1 410 km
Seneca PA34Twin Piston5550 kg270 km/h1 200 km
Navajo PA31Twin Piston7800 kg315 km/h1 410 km
Duchess 76Twin Piston3450 kg250 km/h1 100 km
CaravanSingle Turbine13900 kg275 km/h1 350 km
Pilatus PC12Single Turbine91 100 kg460 km/h2 800 km
King Air 200Twin Turbine101 000 kg460 km/h2 200 km
BE 1900Twin Turbine192 000 kg480 km/h2 200 km
Cessna 510Twin Turbine41 400 kg620 km/h1 250 km
Learjet 60Twin Turbine82 900 kg790 km/h3 800 km

Our Pilots Fly For the World's Top Airlines

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For Flight Training Enquiries, Flight Charter Bookings or general info, please get in touch.

๐Ÿ“ South Africa

๐ŸขMain Terminal Building, Grand Central Airport, 3 New Road, Midrand, South Africa
๐Ÿ“ฑ+27 60 829 0953

๐Ÿ“ United Kingdom

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Aviation Training Resources
Rob Spencer โ€” Head of Training
7 Station Approach, Wendover, Buckinghamshire HP22 6BN
+44 1296 340 064
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Aviation Training UK
David Johnston
First Floor, The Warehouse, Canal Basin, Sowerby Bridge HX6 2AG
+44 7980 831398

๐Ÿ“ India

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November Alpha Aviation
Nitish Aurora โ€” Director
Jerome Compound 2, Kolivery Village, Kunchi Kurve Nagar, Kalina, Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, 400098