Our flight instructors are dedicated to the highest standards of safety and airmanship. Whether you’re just starting your aviation journey, moving on to more advanced licenses or adding an endorsement to your log book, their intimate knowledge of aviation skills, combined with their friendly and patient style will help you achieve your goals.
Andrew Smith
General Manager / CEO
Andrew serves as both the President of the Central Coast Aero Club as well as the CASA appointed CEO of our subsidiary flying school, Warnervale Air. Andrew holds a Commercial licence and a Grade 1 Flight Instructor rating with a large range of training endorsements.
Benjamin Mink
Head of Flying Operations
Ben commenced his Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) training with the CCAC at the age of 15. Once he achieved his PPL, he moved to Canada to complete a Diploma of Aviation at Mount Royal University. Through this course he achieved his Commercial Pilot’s Licence (CPL). Ben now acts as our Head of Operations – overseeing pilot standards.
Tony Moore
Senior Flying Instructor
Tony has worked for various general aviation companies and flight schools over the years and this provides both knowledge and experience that can be passed on to students. As well as conducting more basic training, Tony can be commonly found teaching instrument & multi-engine flying. Tony also serves as our Deputy CEO.
Sam
Senior Flying Instructor
Sean
Grade 2 Flying Instructor
LUKE
Grade 3 Flying Instructor
GUY
Grade 3 Flying Instructor
Dave Tennant
Maintenance Manager/ Chief Engineer
Dave has extensive experience in the General Aviation industry and is qualified to maintain a vast array of aircraft types from old classics to advanced multi engine aircraft. He also has approvals to maintain RAA aircraft, light sport aircraft and experimental types.
Ben Tennant
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Ted Davis
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice
Logan Campbell
Aircraft Maintenance Tradesperson
Jodi
ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
Penny
Administration
Narelle
Maintenance Administration
All flight training conducted by
Warnervale Air Pty Ltd