Your ambitions. Our expertise.
Let’s fly together

World-class flight training in the heart of New Zealand’s largest city

Why us

Experience

With over 60 years of flight training experience to draw on, our team have been shaping aviation professionals since 1963.*

* AIPA is a subsidiary of North Shore Aero Club Incorporated (NSAC). NSAC was formed in 1963 and has been training pilots ever since. While AIPA is new, it stands on the shoulders of NSAC’s 60 years of heritage, experience and trustworthiness. We share the same ownership, management and senior people so you can rest assured that the expertise, outcomes and quality of training are second to none.

Career Pathways

Our strong partnerships with leading airlines and aviation companies provide valuable industry exposure and potential career opportunities for our students.

Safety Record

Safety is our top priority. With an exemplary safety record, we ensure that all our trainees learn and grow in a secure and risk-controlled environment.

Location

Train in the beautiful city of Auckland, offering diverse weather conditions for comprehensive flight training, and a vibrant cultural scene for your leisure time.

Learn more about AIPA and our unique advantages

Our Training Programs

NZ Diploma in
Aviation L5

General Aviation

NZ Diploma in
Aviation L6

Aeroplane Flight Instructor

DGCA Training Programme

Success stories of our students

Being a pilot defines who I am – I certainly cannot imagine working in any other industry. That’s not to say I was always set on a path to be a pilot; I had many competing interests at school, but in the end, a love for aviation shone above all else.

My aviation journey started through Scouts. I had recently moved to New Zealand from Bermuda and in an effort to meet more people my own age, became a Scout. 

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* AIPA is a subsidiary of North Shore Aero Club Incorporated (NSAC). NSAC was formed in 1963 and has been training pilots ever since. While AIPA is new, it stands on the shoulders of NSAC’s 60 years of heritage, experience and trustworthiness. We share the same ownership, management and senior people so you can rest assured that the expertise, outcomes and quality of training are second to none.