Come and join us from Thursday 8th October to Saturday 10th October at Narromine Aerodrome.

Our media release can be viewed here

Dinner under the stars had 300 attendees and the atmosphere was relaxed and very upbeat, all aviators were catching up with each other and enjoying the event, which is what Ausfly is all about!

In our final post for the event, we would like to let you know who the winners of the various awards, prize draws.and silent auctions were. Thank you to all the sponsors and to everyone who took part.

The Dave Derbyshire Memorial Award was given to our very own president Tony White for his outstanding contribution to the SAAA.  An award truly well deserved.

The aircraft judging awards are as follows:

• Clive Canning best metal aircraft award went to Don Gordon for his Titan Mustang VH-KEB

• Best composite award went to Alan Mollenhauer for his Quickie 200 VH -ONQ

AusFly 2019 was well attended with aircraft, aviators and members of the public arriving that exceeded expectations.  Arrival day was meant to Thursday, but aircraft were flying in and parking up by the Tuesday evening.

Here’s some of what people had to say:

“Thank you for organising a great event. It was a privilege to be part of it”

“Can you please pass on my thanks to Lainey for letting us know about the Young Aviators Program at AusFly this year. My son Thomas aged 11, told me on the drive back home to Sydney that it was the best three days of his life. Also a big thank you to the Stoogers Glenn for taking Thomas up for a fly in his RV-7, the aviation seed has definitely been planted in this young aviator. And thanks also to Stoogers Mark who took me up for a flight. It has been way too long since I have been behind the stick and it bought back great memories of earlier times. To all the organisers and volunteers, a big thank you, Best Regards, Steve & Thomas Sheekey”

“I just wanted to say a huge “well done, and thank you” to everyone who either organised, attended or exhibited at Narromine. Despite the red dust and wind, it was a great event and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves in their own individual way. I met up with old friends, made some great new ones, and as it was my first ever time attending Ausfly, I can definitely say : (cue deep, Arnie-style voice….) “I’ll be back!”

” ……….thank you for a great event, I was happy to fly down to meet everyone…….. .I am looking forward to next year. It is such a great opportunity for all aviators. Thank you to all of the hard working organisers.”

“…….We enjoyed the weekend and will be back next year”

“Thank you for all of your amazing work. The AusFly event was a terrific success for Swish Projects, with lots of faces put to names and some very strong enquiry for our engines and aircraft. I will absolutely be back next year. AusFly is my premier display event, and is the one show that I will never miss. Can you please let me know the dates for the 2020 show, and I’ll be sure to make a showing.”

Aerophilic Aviation wrote:

“Our first Fly-In / Airshow is in the books.

It was a great experience to be involved in AusFly and meet so many passionate aviators.

Thanks to all involved in organising the event, especially Lainey.

“Thanks AusFly for a great event. Well done everyone.”

“Huge thanks to Ausfly and in particular Elaine for putting on a great event!”

“Thanks everyone, was a great event. And a massive thanks to you Lainey for all your hard work to make it an enjoyable event for all us Aviation nerds.”

” My biggest thanks to the the gliding club and Aero club for hosting such a successful weekend. Many thanks, all you have to do is matter the word fly in and we will be there.”

This service will operate on Friday and Saturday.  Pick up from Dubbo will commence approx 8.00am on both days.  On Friday afternoon the bus will return to Dubbo approx 5.30 pm and on Saturday after Dinner under the Stars.

If you are a participant and require transport, please register with Lainey Bradley on 0410 707189 or email contact@ausfly.com.au  Please provide your name, contact number, the name and address of your hotel and how many passengers.

We look forward to seeing you at AusFly 2019.

If you are a young aviator we have plenty for you!

Are you 15-25 years old? Thinking about flying as a career?  Want to find out more?

On Friday 18th October we have a program for schools and young aviators.  With tours, talks from the Royal Flying Doctor Service, SAAA and RAF.  This commences at 11.00 hrs local time.

We will also have our own dedicated Young Aviator Zone where you can go for a flight with one of members and talk to our team on how to be a part of aviation.  Pick up information whilst you are there.  We have Ace Aviation on board with their drone display and they can advise you how to become a drone pilot, along with AOPA’s flight simulators.

Come and join in the fun and soak up the atmosphere of all aviators under one sky

Gary Weeks is the owner and builder of his VH-ZYA is a Lancair Legacy RG.  It is a two-seat high performance Carbon Fibre, quick build kit from Lancair.  The Lancair Legacy was the aeroplane that started the Sport Class at Reno. That is why you see lots of Legacy’s in the Sport and Super Sport class at Reno. It has a new double tapper Greg Cole wing designed to improve low speed handling and still provide high speed cruise.

Gary’s display will include a number of high-speed passes and a combination of gentle aerobatics.

We look forward to seeing you there.

• Screaming Diamonds
• Stooges
• Andrew Temby – Yak 52
• Oz – Stol
• Gary Weeks  – Lancair
• Don Gordon – Titan Mustang
• Jock Falon – Aerobatics Bonanza
• Ben Lappin – Decathlon
• Gerard Lappin – Aerobatic Cessna 150
• Grant Piper – Giles Unlimited Aerobatic

Aircraft availability is not always certain due to a number of factors which can include operations, weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

practice Friday 18th October 5 pm

– main display Saturday 19th 2.30 pm

For the latest information on the air display see the Event Program.

CASA

Thank you to CASA for coming on board and supporting us.  They are co-sponsors of Dinner under The Stars and will also be in the exhibition village.  The team are looking forward to seeing you, so pay them a visit!

Cirrus Aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft Australia New Zealand are another Platinum sponsor for the event and also a co-sponsor for the dinner.  Cirrus’s certified training partners will also be attending with them at their display.  They are Flight One Archerfield and Bankstown Flying School.  Visit Cirrus in the exhibition village, they will be located next to the AOPA bus.  There may be an opportunity to win a prize or two!