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48 weeks
Full-time dual and solo flight training in Cessna 152/172/205/206 aircraft, combined with flight simulator sessions and classroom theory.
Full time
Feb 2026 | May 2026 | Aug 2026 | Nov 2026
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
14 Northern Ave, Mentone, VIC 3194
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Professional Body
Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
CASA
Course Content
Maintain aircraft radio communications
Core unit
Implement aviation risk management processes
Core unit
Implement aviation fatigue risk management processes
Core unit
Implement threat and error management strategies
Core unit
Manage safe flight operations
Core unit
Manage aircraft passengers and cargo
Core unit
Manage human factors in aviation operations
Core unit
Plan a flight under visual flight rules
Core unit
Navigate aircraft under visual flight rules
Core unit
Licence to operate a commercial aeroplane
Core unit
Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference with aviation
Core unit
Manage pre- and post-flight actions
Core unit
Operate and manage aircraft systems
Core unit
Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments
Core unit
Operate in controlled airspace
Core unit
Operate in Class G airspace
Core unit
Operate at non-towered aerodromes
Core unit
Operate at a controlled aerodrome
Core unit
Apply aeronautical knowledge to aviation operations
Core unit
Apply the principles of civil air law to aviation operations
Core unit
Execute advanced aeroplane manoeuvres and procedures
Core unit
Manage abnormal aeroplane flight situations
Core unit
Control aeroplane on the ground
Core unit
Take off aeroplane
Core unit
Control aeroplane in normal flight
Core unit
Land aeroplane
Core unit
Manage aircraft fuel
Core unit
Manage situational awareness in aircraft flight
Core unit
Apply aircraft safety procedures
General elective unit
Common Questions
The estimated total course cost is AU$59,945, which consists entirely of tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed.
The course has a duration of 48 weeks and is delivered in Victoria by Tristar Aviation Company Pty Ltd.
The course is delivered at Tristar Aviation Company Pty Ltd's location in Victoria. The provider's postal address is 14 Northern Avenue, Mentone, Victoria 3194, and their website is http://www.tristaraviation.com.au/.
The Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) falls under the broad field of Engineering and Related Technologies, with a narrow field of Aerospace Engineering and Technology and a detailed field of Aircraft Operation (031505).
The CRICOS course code is 109199H and the VET National Code is AVI50222. The provider's CRICOS code is 01933B.
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