Sport Aviation Academy

Sport Aviation Academy
Western Australia’s Leading Recreational Flying School

About Sport Aviation Academy

Sport Aviation Academy is a fully accredited RAAus flying school run by Chief Flying Instructor Glenn Hawser and administrated on the ground by Nikki Hawser in the office. We're here to help you join the fun and share the satisfying experience that is Sport Aviation.

Chief Flying Instructor Glenn Hawser has over 30 years of aviation experience with over 3000 hours flying & gliding experience.

We are a Western Australian family owned and  run business. A great team of husband and wife with three young daughters. We moved to Wyalkatchem to offer you a first rate flying school, open spaces and a friendly country experience. 

To find out more about the instructors at Sport Aviation Academy, go to our Instructors page.

From all of us at Sport Aviation Academy we wish you all the best in your future flying endeavours.

What Aircraft Do You Operate?

  • We operate the new Jabiru J160, a high performance Sport Aircraft powered by an  2.2 litre four stroke engine and cruises at  around 100 knots. Jabirus are manufactured in  Bundaberg, Australia.
  • We also operate the Jabiru J230, a high  performance Sport Aircraft powered by an  3.3 litre four stroke engine and cruises at  around 120 knots.
  • If you would prefer that wind in your face  experience we also operate the J22 Bantam -  a true ultralight. A modern design powered by a 2.2 litre four stroke engine which cruises at around 60 knots.

Conversions From General Aviation And Gliding

Tired of rising Airport Landing Fees? Are you sick of being stuck in cluttered skies, flying over the same old scenery? 

It’s time to try something new.

  • Cheaper
  • More Fun
  • Friendlier Atmosphere
  • Less Regulated
  • Safer

Facilities Available

  • Office building with aircon, fridge, microwave
  • Separate air-conditioned instruction rooms
  • On-site toilets
    (part of RFDS transfer station)
  • Internet access
    (bring your own laptop)
  • Town facilities:
    • Shops inc. newsagent
    • Pool
    • Roadhouse