aero club of south africa
Protect | Administer | Promote
welcome
The Aero Club of South Africa is fundamental for recreational pilots who fly for the passion, and mostly fund their activities privately. With limited time to monitor governmental actions, the Aero Club protects pilots’ rights to the freedom of flight.
Established in 1920 by dedicated aviators, it remains crucial in defending recreational aviation rights and is recognised by various governmental and international bodies. The Aero Club engages in multiple forums addressing aspects like safety, airspace design, regulations, and medical standards, thus ensuring a unified voice for recreational aviation in South Africa.
By uniting the enthusiasm of our members, we pursue specific central objectives:
– Protecting and Preserving
– Oversight and Administration
– Promoting and Growing aviation sports and recreational pursuits.
We ensure your passion for flying stays sky-high!
UPCOMING EVENTS – Feb ’26
14 Feb : Chapter 973 Guns & Roses
Breakfast Fly In, FAKR Krugersdorp
Neil Bowden 084 674 5674
21 Feb: High Wings & Summer Things,
FATA Tedderfield Airpark
Alan 083 702 3680
21 Feb : SAMAA Interprovincial Combined Fly In, FARD Riversdale Airport
Stoffel 071 360 3733
05-08 March : AEROCLUB AIRWEEK
FAMB Middelburg
Karl Jensen 082 331 4652
14 March: Kitty Hawk Aerobatic Day,
FAKT Kitty Hawk Aerodrome
Imarie 012 802 0842 office@kitty-hawk.co.za
21 March: Fashkosh Fly In,
FASH Stellenbosch Airfield
Marzane 021 880 0294
past events
7-9 MARCH ’25
AIRWEEK 2025
Middleburg Airfield
AIRWEEK 2025 showcased a diverse array of aircraft including a few unique aircraft. The Middelburg Aero Club, Aeroclub of South Africa, EAA Chapter 322, and Air Show South Africa have undoubtedly set the benchmark for the year’s upcoming events.
12-13 APRIL ’25
SA RALLY NATIONAL CHAMPS
Gauteng
A difficult year for rally flying due to poor weather. The 12th looked as if set for another cancellation as the cloud hung low over the whole of Gauteng extending into North West Province. The poor weather and changing dates unfortunately meant that only 5 crews made it to Brits on the day.
16-19 June ’25
PARAGLIDING NATIONALS
Lone Tree Hill, Barberton
The skies above Barberton were a kaleidoscope of colour for the duration of the competition. A record 73 pilots, including six international participants and nine women, gathered at Lone Tree Hill for one of the most anticipated events on South Africa’s paragliding calendar.
