Theory Courses

Basair offers theory courses for all levels of training.

If you would like more information about GPS theory courses, please go here.

All courses are delivered by qualified flight instructors. Students receive a comprehensive course folder including course syllabus, review questions for each session, and student handouts relating to the material covered.

Why should I do a Theory Course ?

Flight training requires study in both the practical skills, as well as theory. Your normal Long Briefings and Flight Lessons cover the practical skills component of your flight training, and it is assumed that you will study the theoretical component yourself.

Many students choose to self study, and for those who are use to self study this works for them. However for most, just reading a book is not sufficient. A theory course offers a number of advantages over the self study option.

• It ensures all required material is covered.
• It explains the material in a more thorough manner and explains all principles in detail.
• You will learn the practical significance of the material taught - and as a result you can learn not just facts, but why they are important and how they relate to your flying.
• You have the opportunity to ask questions about the material being covered.
• You enjoy a class environment where you can meet students at a similar level to yourself, and share the learning experience.

A strong background in theory for the licence/rating being studied is of vital importance to the flight training. For example, in training for the Private Pilot's Licence, when you conduct your first flight it is assumed that you understand how to interpret weather forecasts, compile a flight plan and understand characteristics of a map. This material is learnt in the theory course and does not form a normal part of you practical training.

When Should I Do a Theory Course ?

For those studying towards the GFPT, you should plan to begin the BAK course around first solo time.

For Private Pilot's Licence students, you should plan to complete the course and exam before your first solo navigation flight (the fourth navigation flight).

For Instrument Rating Students, you should complete the course prior to commencing your practical training.

What part-time theory courses does Basair conduct ? How long do these take ? What is the cost ?

BAK Theory
5 days (1 day per week)
Cost: $275.

PPL Theory
10 days (1 day per week)
Cost: $539.

CPL Theory modules
This module adds on to our PPL theory course to cover the
additional material to go through to CPL level.
5 days (1 day per week)
Cost $390.

IFR/Private IFR Theory
5 days (1 day per week)
Cost: $352.

GPS Theory
1 day
Cost: $121.

All above fees include GST.

How do I Enrol ?

For Part Time Theory Courses, print the following form and fax or mail it to us. Please note that an $80 deposit is required with the enrolment to confirm your place on the course.
Enrolment form.

Full-time theory

Basair runs Full Time Theory courses at different time during the year. If you would like further information on start dates, times and duration, then contact us.

Theory tuition

If you find you cannot attend a Full or Part time theory course, then you can arrange individual tuition with one of our flight instructors. This tuition allows you to ask questions of an instructor about he material covered, and allows you to learn the practical significance of the material.

When are the next part-time theory courses ?

Dates for the next Part Time Theory Courses are

* It is assumed you have completed our PPL course immediately prior to undertaking the CPL add-on module. If you have not done this - then you must ensure you are at a high standard of knowledge in all PPL material before starting the CPL module.

All full time courses run 0830 to 1630.

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