NAC News

Nelson Aviation College - Aeroplane and Helicopter Flight Training, New Zealand

Nelson Aviation College has taken delivery of its next New Generation R model Cessna 172, ZK-NAD. This lovely aircraft had its new NAC colour scheme applied and will enter operations during the week starting 23rd January.

Nelson Aviation College has proudly opened a new base at Nelson Airport for all Instrument training. The base has CAA approval and marks a new era for the college.

Air New Zealand has been named airline of the year for a second time by global aviation industry magazine Air Transport World.

Have you ever wanted to know how you go about working for New Zealand's national airline? Click here to find out about the training and the entry criteria into Air New Zealand, via Nelson Aviation College.

Earlier this year, Air New Zealand announced a new partnership with five Flight Training Organisations for the provision of airline style ab-initio flight training. Mark Woodhouse of Waypoints Aviation offers an explanation of this programme and what it means for those seeking a career with our national airline and partner.

After graduating, Nelson Aviation College students are proud of their achievements and go on to work for commerical operators all around the world. Read here to find out what our graduates think about their training.

Flight Test Passes

Congratulations to the following students who recently passed flight tests:

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WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?

Nelson Aviation College has been training Aeroplane and Helicopter pilots for the aviation industry since 1978. We have two CAA approved Bases; Motueka Aerodrome, our main training base located at the top of the South Island and Nelson Airport for all IFR training.

We provide the highest standard of theory and practical training which can be customised to suit your career pathway or company requirements. Our pass rate for first time sitting for all theory exams (PPL, CPL, IR & ATPL) is 91%. The college is an Air New Zealand Aviation Institute FTO Partner and will provide you with your basic training requirements right through to advanced multi-engine instrument rating training including GNSS.

Consistently high pass rates and a maximum instructor to student ratio of 1:4 ensures safe, quality instruction throughout each phase of your training. Our Instructors are experienced, dedicated and friendly. All currently employed Instructors are 'A' or 'B' Category. Nelson Aviation College is 100% locally owned and operated and has a family 'feel' to it. We are proud of this and we know all of our students on a first name basis. We are within easy reach of two International Airports and mountainous terrain providing a diverse training environment. The Nelson region has some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand each year.

Full Student Loan Funding is available in 2012 for both Aeroplane and Helicopter training for New Zealand Citizens & Permanent Residents (minimum time as a Permanent Resident is two years). The Student Loan covers both dual and solo hours used in your training programme.

Our next intake is 7th February 2012 and we still have places available. Interviews will be held in January 2012. You will need to submit your registration, sit an ADAPT online assessment and attend an interview prior to being considered for enrolment onto the course. Make an online enquiry or contact us by phone or email and we'lll help your career in aviation take flight.

NMIT Aviation Network

Nelson Aviation College is a member of the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) Aviation Network. This well known Polytechnic has a wide range of industry training courses, including English for International students, allowing you to gain an internationally recognised tertiary qualification through the NZQA. Onsite accommodation options are available.

Please contact NMIT for further information.