For the past three years we have delivered our ATPL ground theory course in a unique collaboration between Rob Avery and SFC Australia. Most of these courses have proven to sell out very quickly, and the feedback has been increasingly positive. Our relationship with Rob has been proven and strengthened thanks to such great results, and despite the setbacks faced by us all in 2020, we are proud to announce our new course offerings for 2021.

Rob Avery is the most prolific author and publisher of pilot theory manuals, courses and practice exams in the Australasian region. His products dominate the pilot training industry and there are dozens of products in the current range from full courses, study reference books, to practice exams. Rob has 25 years of experience delivering ATPL ground theory courses, and his pass rates are among the highest in the industry.

Enrolments are now open for our 2021 courses, and places are capped per course. Rob and his team are planning to deliver ground classes for the four most challenging ATPL subjects (Aerodynamics & Systems, Flight Planning, Navigation and Performance & Loading) in our state-of-the-art Sydney Flight College headquarters at Bankstown Aerodrome.  The dates are now confirmed as below:


2021:

- Navigation (ANAV): Wednesday 12th May – Monday 17th May

- Performance and Loading (APLA): Thursday 27th May – Monday 31st May

- Flight Planning (AFPA): Monday 14th June – Sunday 27th June (4 days on/ 1 day off schedule)

- Aerodynamics and Systems (AASA): Monday 13th September to Friday 24th September (4 days on/1 off routine)

B737 simulator sessions are offered as an additional option (recommended for understanding of EFIS/FMS) for CASA exam and as preparation for employment. Available at for delivery at SFC, enquire for further details.

Course prices:

AFPA $1,699; ANAV $947; APLA $795; AASA $1,299; four subject discounted price: $4,699.


The world is in the grip of an unprecedented downturn in airline travel, and it may be easy to view this as time to pump the brakes on flight training. The industry will no doubt bounce back, and when that time comes, the world will be faced with a severe pilot shortage. Your ATPLs may be standing in the way of your first right-hand seat when this day comes! So if you have recently completed your CPL and are looking for that next step, this could be your opportunity to use the downtime given to us all.

To reserve your place, or be kept informed of future updates to this course, please register your details below: