MURRAY BRIDGE FLYING SCHOOL
FLEET
Murray Bridge Flying School has a fleet of well-maintained aircraft perfectly suited to flying training or for general hire.
The diversity of aircraft types available ensures students gain experience with a wide range of aeroplanes used in general aviation (GA) organisations all over Australia.
Cessna C152
The Cessna 152 is one of the most used flight trainers in the world today. No other general aviation aircraft offers the same value for money as the C152. With its 2 seat configuration and 110hp engine, it is the perfect aircraft with just the right amount of performance for a student pilot. We also utilise this aircraft for cost effective RAAus conversions. Available for training and hire & fly.
Category: VFR
Seats: 2 (Pilot + 1 passenger)
Speed: 90 Knots (165 Km/hr)
Piper PA28-235 Pathfinder
The Pathfinder shares the same airframe as the Archer but boasts a powerful 235HP Lycoming O-540 engine. Our Pathfinder is available for Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) and Instrument Rating (IR) training.
*Please note this aircraft is not available for hire & fly
Category: IFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 135 Knots (250 Km/hr)
Cessna C172 Skyhawk
The Cessna 172 is the most popular training aircraft in the world today. Beginning production in 1956, over 43,000 examples have been produced – more than any other aircraft in history. With its docile, stable flight characteristics the Skyhawk is the perfect platform for training. It’s high wing and large windows make the C-172 a great aircraft for joy/scenic flights and aerial photography. Available for training and hire & fly.
Category: NVFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 120 Knots (220 Km/hr)
Piper PA28-140 Cherokee
The Cherokee 140 is the older brother of the Warrior. With its slab "hershey bar" wing and slightly smaller fuselage, it makes an ideal aircraft for ab-initio training all the way through to PPL. VH-MTB has been upgraded from the original 140hp to a 160hp Lycoming and really gives the Warriors a run for their money in cruise performance! We run a bulk hourly rate on this aircraft, check our pricing page for details. Available for training and hire & fly.
Category: VFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 110 Knots (205 Km/hr)
Piper PA28-161 Warrior
First flown in 1960, the Piper Warrior has gone on to gain reputations as superb training aircraft. Forgiving handling characteristics and a gentle (virtually non-existent) stall make them very safe training platforms. Over 32,000 examples have been produced - testament to their popularity. Available for training and hire & fly.
Category: VFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 110 Knots (205 Km/hr)
Piper PA28-181 Archer II
The Archer is the Warrior’s bigger brother. With a larger engine and gross weight, the Archer makes a great trainer but also a fantastic touring aircraft. The Archer handles beautifully – a point all pilots who have flown one will agree on. An excellent aircraft for training (including NVFR) or hire & fly.
Category: NVFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 120 Knots (220 Km/hr)
Cessna C182 Skylane
The Cessna 182 is a roomy four seater, fixed gear high wing that is both larger and faster than its smaller brother, the 172. With excellent short field performance, this aircraft is commonly used in the outback for bush flying. Ideal for Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training and CSU endorsements.
Category: NVFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 135 Knots (250 Km/hr)
Piper PA32RT-300 Lance II
The Lance is the retractable undercarriage version of the popular Cherokee Six series. A 300HP engine, variable-pitch propeller, and retractable undercarriage make the Lance a great aircraft in which to gain experience in a faster, more-complex type. Its roomy cabin can carry six adults comfortably at over 145 knots, making it a great touring aircraft. Available for dual training and hire & fly.
Category: NVFR
Seats: 6 (Pilot + 5 passengers)
Speed: 145 Knots (270 Km/hr)
Piper PA34-200T Seneca II
The Seneca II is the second in the line of Piper's popular six-seat light twin series. With a roomy cabin laid out in a 'club seating' format and turbo-charged engines, the Seneca II is a great, affordable aircraft for initial Multi-Engine Class Rating (MECR) training and IFR (MECIR) training.
*Please note this aircraft is not available for hire & fly
Category: IFR
Seats: 6 (Pilot + 5 passengers)
Speed: 150 Knots (275 Km/hr)
Piper Chieftain PA31-350
The Piper Chieftain is one of those unmistakable aircraft. Widely used in Australia due to its versatility, speed and carrying capacity. Our example, VH-TZY boasts two 350hp Engines and 10 seats making the cost per seat price unbeatable for Charter Flights. As well as this, we offer dual training and Chieftain endorsement courses.
*Please note this aircraft is not available for hire & fly
Category: IFR
Seats: 10 (Pilot + 9 passengers)
Speed: 185 Knots (340 Km/hr)
The Cessna 172RG Cutlass II is a larger model of the popular fixed gear 172. With its 180hp Lycoming engine, retractable undercarriage and constant speed propeller, this aircraft is perfect for CPL training, NVFR and RU/MPPC endorsements.
*Please note this aircraft is not available for hire & fly
Cessna C172RG Cutlass II
Category: NVFR
Seats: 4 (Pilot + 3 passengers)
Speed: 130 Knots (240 Km/hr)
