Learn to Fly Day 2026
Saturday 23rd May 2026 10:00am - 3:00pm
We’re opening our doors for a special Learn to Fly Day at our Jandakot Airport on Saturday 23rd May, 10:00am – 3:00pm. Save the date and join us for a day of aviation avid activities!
This free community event is designed to inspire the next generation of pilots and aviation enthusiasts. It’s all about making aviation accessible. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at our facilities, learn about training and membership options, and connect with experienced pilots and instructors who can help turn your ambition into reality.
Whether you’ve dreamed of flying or are simply curious about life in the skies, this is your chance to explore the club, meet our team, and discover the many pathways into aviation through the Royal Aero Club of WA.
Who Should Attend?
- Anyone curious about learning to fly
- Students exploring aviation careers
- Parents with aviation-interested kids
- Adventure seekers looking for a new experience
- Anyone who just loves planes
- Anyone seeking a new club to join
What's On
Free Learn to Fly Seminars
Join our free Learn to Fly seminars hosted by Jarod, Our Head of Operations, who will walk you through how to start your flying journey – from first lesson to licensed pilot. covering pathways to becoming a pilot and how to turn the dream of flying into a reality.
Both seminars are free to attend, however registrations are essential. There are two seminar slots:
Session times:
- 11:00am
- 1:00pm
Spots for seminars and flights are limited – make sure to secure your seats!
Aviation Stalls & Information
Learn more about opportunities within aviation:
- WA Aviation College
- RACWA Club Membership
- Young Eagles Program
Perfect for students, career changers, or anyone curious about aviation pathways.
Static Aircraft Displays
The Royal Aero Club of Western Australia has one of the largest and most diverse aircraft fleets in Perth, if not Australia. All the aircraft in our fleet are available to our members and the public for private hire, training, scenic flights or charter.
Our fleet includes aircrafts such as:
- Cessna 152
- Cessna 172
- Cessna 182 T Skylane
- Cessna 182 Skylane RG
- DH 82 Tiger Moth
- Beech 1900
- Yak M55
At the Learn To Fly Day on May 23rd, you’ll get the chance to see a few of our best Aircrafts around our club and the hangar. Visitors will have the opportunity to get up close to aircraft and explore them on the ground.
Café, Bar & Specials
Take a break and soak up the atmosphere at the Apron Café, open throughout the day with exclusive food and drink specials for visitors.
The Apron Café is a vibrant social hub within the club, offering a one-of-a-kind outlook across Jandakot Airport. It’s the perfect place to relax with a coffee or a bite to eat while watching aircrafts come and go. From fresh sandwiches, salads and poke bowls to a tempting range of sweet treats, there’s always something ready to enjoy.
Whether you’re stopping in between activities or settling in to watch the runway, the café provides the ideal setting to experience the energy of the airfield.
Joy Flights - Take to the Skies
Make the day unforgettable with a discounted joy flight experience. Enjoy 10% off when you book using the code: “L2F Day Special”.
Enjoy a trial flight and experience what flying is all about. With a professional instructor by your side, you’ll take control of either a Sling or a Cessna 152 Aerobat and learn the basics of taxiing, take-off and straight and level flight.
Whether it’s your first time in a small aircraft or a bucket-list experience, a trial flight is the perfect way to get a real taste of being a pilot – and it can even be logged in your official pilot’s logbook if you choose to continue training.
Use the code “L2F Day Special” when booking a joy flight. Bookings are essential to receive the discount.
