Flight Planning and Performance Short Course
Plan with precision, fly with confidence
Develop the precision and confidence required for a safe and efficient commercial flight.
Gain the knowledge to accurately calculate aircraft performance and create detailed flight plans that meet regulatory and operational requirements.

Overview
Where Jandakot
When Semester 2, 2025
How On Campus
Master the essential skills of planning safe, efficient, and legally compliant flights with our Flight Planning and Performance Short Courses, fully aligned with the CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) Aeroplane (A) and Helicopter (H) syllabus.
This course equips you with the knowledge to accurately calculate aircraft performance and create detailed flight plans that meet both regulatory and operational requirements.
Key topics include:
- Aircraft performance calculations
- Weight and balance management
- Fuel planning and reserves
- Route selection, weather considerations, and alternate aerodromes
- Flight plan submission and regulatory compliance
Delivered by experienced aviation professionals, this course combines clear theory with practical exercises to prepare you for the CPL theory exam and real-world flight operations.
This course is perfect for CPL theory students, trainee flight instructors, and pilots seeking to refine their planning and performance skills.
Important information
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Semester 2, 2025
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Course fees
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Units
National ID | Unit title |
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09619 | Subject 6: Flight Planning and Performance |