Sunshine Coast Aerobatics School

02/09/2026

🚨 PICTURE THIS: You’re joining the circuit at 1,000' AGL / 120 KTS...Sudden, violent turbulence completely flips your aircraft onto its back into a 45-degree nose-down attitude.

Watch the short video clip carefully, then ask yourself: How many seconds before you could react to the upset? When you do react, what is your first control input? Do you know all the recovery steps required to return to S&L flight with minimum height loss?

Standard training covers the basics, but true safety means knowing how to manage your aircraft at the absolute edge of its flight envelope. At Sunshine Coast Aerobatics Academy (SCAA), we specialise in:

✅ UPRT (Upset Prevention & Recovery Training)

✅ SPRT (Spin Prevention & Recovery Training)

Why choose SCAA? - 100% Realistic In-Aircraft Scenario Based Training: No simulators. Experience real, dynamic upset scenarios safely in our side-by-side seating, fully aerobatic-rated aircraft. Specialised Instruction - we focus exclusively on UPRT, SPRT and Aerobatics training - "that's all we do - every lesson!"

Expert Instruction: Train with some of Australia's most experienced UPRT and aerobatics instructors.

Build Total Confidence: Reduce the "startle effect," manage physical shock, and sharpen low-speed / high angle-of-attack handling. Whether you fly RA-Aus or GA, our intensive courses out of Gympie (Kybong) Airfield will make you a safer, more accomplished pilot.

Don't wait for a LOC-I emergency to find out where your limits are. ❌👇! 📞 Call us, 💬 Message us directly on Facebook, 🌐 Learn more: https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/Upset-Attitude-Recovery-&-Spinning-Courses-p406142466

02/09/2026

⚡ UNLEASH YOUR INNER TOP GUN ⚡
Ever wanted to see the world upside down? Whether you’re an adventure-seeker or a pilot sharpening your stick-and-rudder skills, Sunshine Coast Aerobatics Academy (SCAA) is your ticket to the ultimate high-adrenaline experience! Operating from our training base at Gympie Airport (YGYM), we take you into the sky for an unforgettable ride.🚀 What makes flying with us epic:? YOU take the Controls: and fly our iconic, Robin R2160 military style aerobatics training aircraft through precision loops, rolls, and spins under expert one-on-one guidance, sitting right next to your instructor for maximum communication and confidence. Pilot’s-Eye Video: Our cockpit camera is precisely angled to replicate your exact view of the controls, instruments, and outside flight attitudes, so you can relive the action in HD! You call the shots—we tailor the flight completely to your comfort level. Adrenaline guaranteed! 😎 Book your Top Gun flight today!
🔗 Just click here to select your flight option, book and pay: https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/TOP-GUN-Aerobatics-Flights-p98320540

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

So far this week we need to say "well done!" to Celina Fanjere, Jordan Briggs, Saskia Balny and Shane Burgess for each completing an adrenaline packed "TOP GUN Aerobatics Flight" and taking the controls to perform loops, rolls, spins and much more under the watchful eye of a skilled aerobatics instructor . Before the weekend is over we will have completed another three TOP GUN flights!

Our exciting 'TOP GUN Aerobatics Flights are proving to be as popular as ever in 2026! Book your flight now! Personalised gift certificates available for immediate download. Goto: https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/TOP-GUN-Aerobatics-Flights-p98320540

29/08/2026

Congratulations to Wayne Hodgson on winning the Graduate Category title at the 2026 QLD State Aerobatic Championships, 18 Aug - 23 Aug 2026. Wayne, from Sydney, flew our beautiful Robin R2160 (VH-NZT) in the competition, and also added his name to the Tony Gordon Trophy for achieving the highest overall percentage score for the competition. Well done Wayne! We are pleased that our Robin was a small part of your success!

29/08/2026

We will be presenting on the benefits of UPRT and SPRT on Sunday 30th August at 10:45am at the Gympie Aero Club, CASA sponsored Safety Workshop. Hope to see you there!!

16/07/2026

Want to surprise 'someone special' with a 'thrill seeker' gift they will never forget? Then our 'TOP GUN Aerobatics Flight' is the perfect choice. They will take the controls for most of the flight, and they will fly loops rolls and much more, with an experienced aerobatics instructor beside them all the way!
Prices start from $395.00. Just click on the following link:
https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/TOP-GUN-Aerobatics-Flights-p98320540 Select your flight options and purchase online. Free Gift Certificates, no expiry date, available for immediate download!
We operate 7 days a week from Gympie (Kybong) Airfield. Also available from Caloundra Airfield (at additional cost)
If you have questions, just call us: 0414430647

12/07/2026

At Sunshine Coast Aerobatics Academy (SCAA) we can teach you aircraft handling skills that are not included in RPC, RPL or CPL training. Our courses in Upset Prevention & Recovery Training (UPRT), Spin Prevention & Recovery Training (SPRT) and Aerobatics Training will increase your underpinning knowledge, pilot skills and abilities to manage the full flight envelope of your RA or GA aircraft, making you a more accomplished and safer pilot. If you are considering a pilot career in the Australian Defense Force, we offer an ADF Perp course which will help you to be more competitive during the selection process. For more information on all our training course and prices, goto: https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/Flight-Training-Courses-c31785257
Here's a video clip from one of our recent ADF prep courses,

16/06/2026

On Saturday Dave and Bella completed their back-to-back TOP GUN flights with us. The flights were Christmas presents purchased in December 2025. They took the controls and under the watchful eyes of their instructor they flew Rolls, Loops, Hammerhead Turns and much more! Judging by the 'ear to ear' smiles on their faces when they landed, they enjoyed every second of the experience.

Surprise a 'thrill seeker' you know with a TOP GUN aerobatics flight they will never forget! A pilot license s NOT required! Our TOP GUN flights operate 7-days a week from Gympie and Caloundra airfields. Click or copy the link to Book & pay online: https://sunshinecoastaerobatics.com.au/shop-here/TOP-GUN-Aerobatics-Flights-p98320540 Call or PM if you have any questions

09/06/2026

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