WAAC UPDATE

Written by David Currey

The recent spell of good weather has seen students catching up with their flying training, which was delayed by the prolonged rainy weather experienced in Perth this year. Operating hours have been extended to assist students to make the most of the good weather. Starting early will be a very popular option in the summer months. Our students continue to record above average pass rates. Congratulations to Evan Brown for obtaining 100% for the CPL performance exam. I am not sure who was more elated, Evan or Herman, his lecturer!

2023 promises to be a very busy year for the College. Due to increased demand, the College will be scheduling 6 classes next year. The first two classes are already full.

Congratulations to William Taylor and Hayden Rogers for being the top two pilots during the recent Greg Hill Memorial Trophy. Unfortunately, the student team was narrowly beaten by the instructor team. Hopefully next year will see the students winning this trophy again.

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a hotter than average summer. Pilot performance, especially decision making, can be negatively affected by insufficient hydration prior or during the flight. All students are encouraged to ensure that they take water for the flight, and possibly a reserve bottle for their instructor.

Make the most of the good weather and good luck for all students who have a flight test in the next couple of weeks.