Ardmore Flying School
At Ardmore Flying School (AFS), we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional aviation training to both international and domestic students. With an NZQA EER rating of Confident, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in flight education since 1961.
Internationally Recognized Flight Training Facility: AFS has earned a reputation for consistently providing top-notch flight training, drawing on over six decades of experience in molding skilled pilots. Our comprehensive pilot training programs focus on building a strong foundation in aviation theory, practical flight skills, and adapting to the ever-changing skies.
Equip Yourself with Premier Aviation Skills at AFS: Our state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment, and advanced technology ensure that you receive the finest and most efficient pilot training possible. At Ardmore Flying School, we are committed to helping you achieve your aviation dreams.
Discover Our Cutting-Edge Training Environment: Our contemporary classrooms, aircraft, and simulators are at your disposal, offering an unparalleled aviation training experience. Feel free to visit us anytime for a coffee and a chat about the various aviation training opportunities we provide. Our friendly team will gladly show you around and discuss the best options for you.
Visit Ardmore Flying School today and take the first step towards becoming a skilled, confident pilot in the commercial and corporate sectors!
Night Rating
Instrument Rating
Flight Instructor Rating
Modern Simulators
Experienced Instructors
Student Accommodation
Student Loan
2 Harvard Lane, Papakura, Auckland
(0800) ARDMORE or (09) 298 5055
Ardmore Flying School is a top aviation academy based in Auckland, New Zealand, offering professional flight training for both local and international students. With modern aircraft, expert instructors, and CAA-approved courses, it's the ideal place to earn your PPL or CPL and start your journey in aviation.
Experience Ardmore Flying School’s full-scale Airbus A320 simulator — a high-fidelity training tool that prepares future airline pilots with realistic flight conditions, multi-engine systems, and advanced avionics. It’s a key part of AFS’s commitment to industry-standard aviation training in New Zealand.
Meet Ardmore Flying School’s international students from Nepal as they shares their journey of learning to fly in New Zealand. From ground school and classroom study to hands-on flight training and student accommodation, this video captures the real experience of becoming a pilot in New Zealand.
This video captures the return to flying life at Ardmore Flying School following NZ’s COVID-19 lockdown. Watch as students and instructors resume training, take to the skies, and reconnect with the rhythm of aviation. From classroom briefings to scenic flights, it’s a glimpse into the resilience of future pilots continuing their journey.
Get a glimpse into daily life as a student pilot at Ardmore Flying School. From early runway takeoffs and focused classroom study to in-flight training and one-on-one instructor sessions, this video captures the full learning journey. Real stories, real training — and the first solo flight you’ll never forget.
Discover what it’s like to train as a pilot at Ardmore Flying School. From early winter mornings with instructors prepping aircraft to student flights, steep turns, stalls, and breathtaking aerial views over Auckland — this video captures the hands-on aviation experience that shapes every future pilot in New Zealand.