Darling Downs Aero Club

Yesterday we farewelled our instructor Tom as he embarks on an exciting new chapter, having been accepted into flight training with the Royal Australian Air Force.
Tom has been a valued member of the Darling Downs Aero Club team, and while we're sad to see him go, we're incredibly proud of his achievement and wish him every success in his military aviation career.

Catch ya later Maverick 😎

Exciting news all!
We’re now accepting float plane hangarage at the Bellman.
Enquire within.

Our Touch ‘n’ Go bar recently got a fresh facelift with some new pull down blinds and a TV to replace the ancient projector.
Certain instructors and members may or may not be guilting of consuming large amounts of internet bandwidth watching aeroplane related YouTube 🤷🏼‍♂️

Huuuuge thanks to Club Captain Robey for organising most, if not all of it!

P.S
If boss asks, just say it’s for professional development.

Another Recreational Pilot joins the Australian skies with Hudson successfully passing his flight test this morning.
Well done mate and good luck with your future flying!

First solo done and dusted for this legend!
Well done Trent!

Getting closer! 🤩
Come say Hi to the team from 8:30 and don’t forget we’ll be conducting Joy Flights and TIFs all day.
We’re super excited to see you there.

We’re almost there! 🙌

The David Hack Classic is just days away, and everything is coming together for a huge community event.

Here’s your quick reminder checklist:

🎟️ Tickets available online now
🚗 Vehicle entries open online
👉 https://www.trybooking.com/events/1526225/sessions/6180509/sections/2938854/tickets
(Tickets and registrations available on the day too!)

Prices remain❄️frozen❄️at 2025 prices — because community matters

It's a whole lot more than just a car show! Don't miss:

🏎️ Classic and vintage cars
🛩️ Adventure flights with Aerotec Queensland Pty Ltd, Brisbane Biplanes, and Darling Downs Aero Club
💃 1940s Fashion Parade with the Queensland's Pinup Sisters
📝 Paper Plane Competition for the whole family
✂️ The “Jaws of Life” in action
🎖️ Trophy awards for best cars and aircraft
🙌 Community celebration

It’s a true celebration of motoring, aviation, and community spirit all in one

📅 17 May | 🏠 Aerotec Hangar, Spitfire Street, Toowoomba City Aerodromeplace.

Bring the whole family and make a day of it!

Toowoomba Region Rotary District 9620 Toowoomba North Rotary Club

Blue Skies and Tailwinds Bob 💙

It is with very heavy hearts that we share the news that Bob Tait passed away quietly yesterday, just before 5:00 pm, with family present.

Bob was much more than the name on the front of a book. He was a teacher, mentor, storyteller, pilot, author and friend to so many people across the aviation community. His ability to explain difficult things in a simple, practical and memorable way helped generations of pilots through their training, exams and flying careers.

For many of us, Bob’s books were part of our own aviation journey. For others, Bob himself was the voice at the front of the classroom, the calm explanation when something did not make sense, or the encouraging words that helped them keep going.

We know this news will be felt deeply by many students, pilots, instructors, schools and aviation families across Australia.

Paul, Maree and the Bob Tait Team would like to thank everyone who has supported Bob, his family, and the business over many years. It has been our privilege to continue Bob’s work, and we remain committed to protecting and carrying forward his legacy with the same care, honesty and dedication that he built it on.

We would also like to reassure everyone that Bob Tait’s Aviation Theory School and the Bob Tait Store remain open and operating as normal.

Thank you, Bob, for everything you gave to aviation.

Blue skies, mate.

We’re super excited to see you all at this year’s David Hack Classic Meet on Sunday May 17.
Like usual, we will be offering Trial Introductory Flights for the budding aviators out there, but also scenic joy flights for those who wish to see our great city from above.

Please share to spread the word!

Today, on Anzac Day, the DDAC pauses to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of all those who have served our nation.
We reflect on the legacy of the ANZACs and those who gave so much in the face of adversity.
We also recognise the men and women who continue to serve today.

Lest we forget.