CASA AND RAAUS INSTRUCTOR RATINGS AT WRIGHTON AVIATION
Are you passionate about aviation? Do you dream of passing on your love for flying to the next generation of pilots? Whether you want to teach in Australia’s premier aviation system or the ever-growing world of recreational flying, becoming a Flight Instructor is your gateway to an exciting and rewarding career!
At Wrighton Aviation, we offer both CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) and RAAus (Recreational Aviation Australia) instructor ratings, giving you the tools to share your skills, inspire students, and elevate your aviation career with one of the most sought-after qualifications in the industry.
Ready to take charge of your aviation career? The CASA Grade 3 Flight Instructor Rating is your first step toward becoming a certified instructor within Australia’s official aviation framework. As a Grade 3 instructor, you’ll be able to teach students from their very first flight all the way up to their Commercial Pilot License (CPL). This rating requires strong discipline, deep aeronautical knowledge, and sharp flying skills.
Our CASA Instructor Rating Course at Wrighton Aviation will equip you with everything you need to succeed. You’ll learn how to deliver briefings, conduct in-flight lessons, develop lesson plans, understand aviation regulations, and master the fundamentals of flight instruction.
Wrighton Aviation also provides upgrade training for qualified instructors who wish to expand their privileges with Grade 2 or Grade 1 endorsements, enhancing your ability and expanding your privileges as an instructor.
Minimum Requirements:
- A passion for aviation and a desire to teach the next generation of pilots.
- Hold a CASA-issued Commercial Pilot License (CPL(A)).
- Valid ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card).
- Be medically fit (Class 1 or Class 2 medical certificate).
- 200 hours flight time, including 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
- Successfully complete the Principles and Methods of Instruction (PMI) course.
- Hold a valid Spinning Endorsement.
- Pass the Flight Instructor Rating written exam.
- Pass a flight test with a CASA examiner.
Benefits of an Instructor Rating:
- Join the big leagues of flight instructors! With a CASA Flight Instructor Rating, you’ll have the opportunity to teach students at every level, from beginners to those pursuing their commercial licenses.
- Highly sought-after qualification – Instructors are in demand across the industry! Airlines, flight schools, and regional carriers need experienced instructors to deliver initial and ongoing training to pilots.
- Shape the future of aviation! As an instructor, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing the next generation of pilots, guiding them to take flight, pass their exams, and grow as skilled aviators.
- Expanded privileges and opportunities – As a Grade 3 instructor, you’ll have the chance to upgrade to Grade 2 and Grade 1 after accumulating the required hours. This progression allows you to authorise first solo flights, conduct flight reviews, and add advanced endorsements to teach more complex tasks, giving you greater teaching flexibility.
If you’ve got a passion for recreational flying and a love for light aircraft, the RAAus Flight Instructor Rating could be your perfect fit! Help new pilots earn their Recreational Pilot Certificate (RPC) and guide them in mastering light sport aircraft. The world of recreational aviation is growing, and you can be at the forefront of this exciting sector!
What You’ll Need to Get Started:
- An RAAus-issued Pilot Certificate (RPC or higher).
- Hold a current CASA Class 2 medical certificate.
- Complete the RAAus Instructor Rating Course.
- Successfully complete the Principles and Methods of Instruction (PMI) course.
- Have at least 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in recreational aircraft.
- Pass the RAAus Flight Instructor Rating written exam.
- Pass a flight test with a pilot examiner.
Why RAAus?
- Get up close with light sport aircraft – Instruct students in some of the most exciting and innovative aircraft.
- Join a passionate community of recreational pilots, flying for the love of the sport, and offering a unique lifestyle of adventure and freedom.
- Flexibility and freedom – With an RAAus instructor rating, you have the freedom to teach students on weekends, at flying clubs, or in scenic locations across Australia.
- Help students achieve their dreams in a friendly, low-pressure environment while still delivering high-quality flight training.
Your RAAus Flight Instructor Privileges:
- Teach students to earn their Recreational Pilot Certificate (RPC).
- With additional hours and training, you can endorse students for solo flights, conduct flight reviews, and provide hands-on training in light sport aircraft.
- Be part of an energetic, growing community where fun, passion, and flying come first!
- Create your own teaching journey and enjoy the opportunity to work in a variety of scenic and unique flying environments.
