- (+27) 12 711 8600
- 1 Eike Street, 116 - JR Klipdrift, Hammanskraal, 0040
- Mon - Fri: 07:30-16:00
We are proud to announce the launch of the Prestige College Flight School, commencing in Term 3. The programme will be managed in partnership with Professional Flight Centre, an accredited aviation training institution established in 2006 by Mr. André le Roux. With more than a decade of experience and successful operations at Eldoraigne, Garsfontein, Kempton Park, and Montana High Schools, Professional Flight Centre brings exceptional expertise to our learners.
The Flight School offers learners a unique opportunity to grow through discipline, perseverance, inner strength, self-control, and dedication, while gaining real exposure to the world of aviation.
The Flight School has produced remarkable success stories, including:
Marcelle Nienaber, the world’s youngest female pilot at age 15 (solo flight completed in 2013).
Peter Barnardo, who became the youngest commercial pilot and instructor at age 19.
These achievements highlight the commitment and excellence upheld by our training partners.
Weekly theory classes will be conducted at Prestige College by qualified instructors. Learners explore essential aviation knowledge, preparing them for further flight training.
Practical flying takes place at Professional Flight Centre, Wonderboom, under the guidance of certified pilot instructors.
To qualify for a Private Pilot Licence (PPL), learners must complete eight Civil Aviation theoretical examinations, written online:
Air Law
Aircraft Technical & General Knowledge
Human Performance & Limitations
Navigation
Principles of Flight
Meteorology
Flight Planning
Radio (Restricted)
Exams may be written from age 15, and learners have three years from the date of their last theoretical exam to complete their practical flight test. A minimum pass mark of 75% is required per subject.
An annual aviation base camp is offered to Grade 8–10 learners, focusing on flight safety, survival skills, and essential discipline. Participants receive a certificate upon completion, and each Flight School student receives a year-end progress report at the Academy Merit Function.
