Devonport Aero Club is a sports club located at the Devonport Airport general aviation area in Latrobe Council, Tasmania. The club comprises a dedicated group of General Aviation and Recreational Aviation pilots, who are passionate about aviation.
Club members gather once a month on the first Friday at 7:30pm to connect, share their experiences, and discuss aviation-related topics. The clubrooms are located at the General Aviation complex at the Devonport Airport.
Devonport Aero Club offers a range of member services and benefits. Members have the opportunity to socialise and learn from other flying members, as well as utilise the club rooms and other facilities at the General Aviation complex. The club also welcomes visiting pilots who may be interested in joining or learning more about the club.
For those interested in learning to fly or needing endorsements or BFR (Biennial Flight Review), Devonport Aero Club has a number of qualified instructors who can help meet any aviation requirements. Some instructors include Ariel Aviation with Robert Sharman, Sky Flyte with Peter Reed, and John McBryde Flying School with John McBryde. These instructors offer various types of training and endorsements, including RAA to RPL conversions, RPL and PPL BFRs, RAA endorsements, maintenance services, and more.
To stay up to date with local events, the club encourages checking their Facebook page, where they regularly post information about upcoming activities.
If you have any inquiries or need to contact specific individuals within the club, Devonport Aero Club provides a list of key contacts, including the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Membership Officer, Junior Coordinator, and Airport Security personnel. Their contact details are provided for easy access.
In addition, the club provides a list of other services available at the airport, such as Sureflight Aviation for maintenance, taxi services, car rentals, and nearby accommodations, including Edgewater Motor Inn and Argosy Motor Inn.
Devonport Aero Club is committed to providing a welcoming and supportive community for aviation enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned pilot, aspiring pilot, or just simply interested in aviation, Devonport Aero Club offers a place to connect, learn, and share your love for flying.