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 – Jul/Aug ’26
1 August 2026 – Airforce Museum Family market
AFB Swartkop -Contact Ian 0614545754
6 August 2026 – Bezuidenhout Legacy Fly In
Contact Johan 0832294439
8 August 2026 – New Castle Airshow
New Castle Airport – Sifiso 0825096876
8 August 2026 – Apies Doring Carnaval
Thabazimbi Airfield – Chris Ehlers 0823714492
8 August 2026 – FAKR Annual Spot Landings
FAKR Krugersdorp – info@fakr.co.za / 0688370019
15 August 2026 – Kitty Hawk Gyro Day
Kitty Hawk Aerodrome – Imarie 0128020842
29 August 2026 – Pretoria Airshow
Rhino park Airfield – www.pretoriaairshow.co.za
30 August 2026 – Rand Airshow
Rand Airport – TBC
past events
26 July ’26
DURBAN
Durban Virginia Air Show
This was a first for me at any air show. Jason Beamish flew the Antonov AN2 with Martin Schulze in the right seat. It was announced that they would be dropping sweets (marshmallows) for the children. Immediately there was a rush to the spectator barriers.
11 July ’26
Kitty Hawk
EAA Chapter 322 Young Eagles
Young Eagles, which introduces young people with a interest and aptitude for aviation to their first flight. EAA member pilots voluntarily make their aircraft and themselves available for this, while others see to the organisation of the events and administration behind the scenes.
20 June ’26
Kroon Airfield – Pretoria
Kroon Fly-in & Beerfest 2026
Despite cold winds and threatening winter skies, aviation enthusiasts once again gathered at Rosslyn Microflyers for the 14th Kroon Fly-In and Beerfest. While the weather may have kept some aircraft on the ground,
