Subject 1: Aircraft Systems
Understand the systems that keep you flying
Advance your technical competency and take the next step toward your Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with confidence.
This course is ideal for student pilots preparing for the CPL theory exams, flight instructors in training, and pilot refreshing their skills.

Overview
When Semester 2, 2025
How On Campus
Build the technical knowledge you need to confidently operate and manage modern aeroplanes or helicopters with our Aircraft Systems Short Courses, fully aligned with the CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) syllabus.
This targeted course demystifies essential aircraft systems, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed decisions in both routine and emergency situations.
Topics include:
- Aircraft powerplants and propeller/rotor systems
- Hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems
- Landing gear, brakes, and flight controls
- Environmental control and pressurisation systems
- Warning, protection, and redundancy systems
Delivered by industry-experienced instructors, the course combines focused theory with real-world examples to help you connect systems knowledge directly to practical flying.
This course is perfect for student pilots preparing for the CPL theory exams, flight instructors in training, and pilots wanting to strengthen their systems understanding.
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