The Crew

This publication has been produced by ex-ADF Instructor Pilots.

Just like you are contemplating, we were trained at the various single service cadet training institutions including the Australian Defence Force Academy.

All authors had more than 20 years individual experience in the ADF collectively consisting of significant operational squadron exposure to transport to fast jet and rotary wing aircraft as well as extensive exposure to ADF training both in the air and on the ground.

Each author gained more than 4000 military flying hours including at least 2000 airborne instructional hours on fixed and/or rotary wing military aircraft including postings to the RAAF Roulettes Formation Aerobatic Team.

Between us we have held supervisory positions as Ground Instructors at the Australian Defence Force Academy and Service Specific Officer Training Schools. In addition, all authors were Qualified Flying Instructors (QFI's). Between us, we have instructed on CT4, CAP 10, Pilatus PC9 and BAE Systems Hawk at Basic Flying Training School (BFTS), No.2 Flying Training School (2FTS), RAAF Central Flying School (CFS) (where the ADF instruct the instructors) and 79 Squadron where Hawk Conversions are completed.

We know the frustrations and uncertainty of getting information together before approaching recruiting. We have been there. We were once in the exact position you are now. That's why extensive research has gone into providing all the information that you will need to enhance your prospects of becoming an ADF pilot by instructors who have previously provided that training.

 

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This book has saved me many hours of research as everything you need to know is in one location. I am now a RAAF pilot. Thanks BHE you have helped me a lot. - Pete C QLD

Awesome info, up to date and relevant. I was far more confident in recruiting and I am now at OTS. - Michelle B Vic

WINGS has has saved me heaps of time as all the information is contained for the first time in one place. I am now a pilot in the Army and the advice I received via the book has been spot on! - Mike A Tas