Black Ridge Aviation

16/08/2026

Introducing the newest plane to our fleet! 🛬

The Jabiru J-160 is our latest training plane, joining our beloved J-170. We’re so excited for our students to have more flexibility in training schedules, along with the opportunity to experience both planes and hone their skills.

Let’s go flying! DM us now to book.

24/07/2026

Do we pack the plane away in winter? Absolutely not ⛅️

If you’re putting off lessons and waiting for summer, you’re missing out on some of the best flying conditions on offer. While we will never fly in unsafe conditions - think rain, storms or low visibility - the cool, sunny winter days we’ve been seeing create thick air and a more comfortable experience.

This is your sign to get started - DM us now or email [email protected] to book your Trial Introductory Flight.

13/07/2026

So proud of the Long Street Fly-mary students! It’s been such an exciting and rewarding journey watching the students and staff fully embrace the challenge and come up with some incredible ideas for the future. Thanks again to Pilatus for making the kids’ day with a surprise arrival, and everyone else who supported us.

Students from Long Street Primary School were recently given the opportunity to present their ideas for a future aviation hub in Whyalla, as part of a collaboration with Port Pirie-based flight school Black Ridge Aviation.

Link to the full story in the comments. 👇

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29/06/2026

Give Dad the gift of flight this Father’s Day! ✈️

Forget the socks and jocks - gift Dad an unforgettable experience soaring above the clouds and taking the controls of a Jabiru, all under the expert guidance of our trained pilot instructor.

Gift vouchers are available for Trial Introductory Flights for just $220. DM us or email [email protected] to purchase a personalised digital gift voucher now.

21/06/2026

Why stay on the ground when the view from above looks like this? ☁️

19/06/2026

Choose your adventure this weekend - will you be hiding from the cold, or taking the first step towards your certificate? ✈️

We still have some spaces available for Trial Introductory Flights (TIFs) this weekend, making the most of the optimal conditions created by the cool winter air.

Take the plunge now for an experience you won’t forget. DM us or email [email protected].

18/06/2026

Check out our story in the latest Port Pirie Recorder! Thanks to Theo and the team for the coverage.

16/06/2026

Congratulations to our student Craig who has just completed his first solo! 🏆

After a lot of hard work with pilot instructor Kim, Craig has progressed to completing his solo hours and is on the home stretch to his Recreational Pilot Certificate.

A proud moment for Craig and all of us at Black Ridge!

11/06/2026

POV: you’re soaring over Pirie with our pilot Kim, learning to fly ☁️

Does this view scare you or make you want to jump in the cockpit and take off? If you’re the latter, you’re our kind of people. Join us in our insatiable passion for aviation and get started on your Recreational Pilot Cerificate, or come for a TIF to see what all the fuss is about.

Ready? So are we. Email [email protected] now to secure your place.

07/06/2026

When your Sunday morning looks like this ☀️

Who’s ready to make this their classroom?

DM us or email [email protected] for more info.