Singapore Flying College (SFC), owned and operated by Singapore Airlines, has officially opened its new pilot training school in New South Wales.
SFC opens at the International Flight Training Facility at Tamworth Regional Airport and NSW Premier Chris Minns said the investment represented the growth and value of regional Australia as an aviation hub.
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“The Singapore Flying Academy is a prime example of the international investment opportunities available in regional New South Wales,” Mings said.
“This state-of-the-art training facility cements Tamworth’s position as one of the country’s leading pilot training centers and will help create skilled jobs and deliver long-term economic benefits to Tamworth and the wider region for years to come.”
The new training school in Tamworth builds on SFC’s long-standing pilot training operations in Western Australia and will see steady expansion over the next five years.
Since the opening of the school in April 2025, the school has begun to train the next generation of pilots, enrolling the first batch of 20 students; by the end of the year, 32 students had successfully graduated.
“Singapore Flying Academy’s new dedicated school in Tamworth will strengthen Singapore Airlines’ pilot training capabilities,” said Captain Eugene Anthony, Singapore Airlines Senior Vice President Flight Operations and Chairman of SFC.
“By increasing our training capabilities, we can continue to provide an exceptional learning environment for our trainees and support a strong pipeline of future aviation professionals.”
The college provides students with a professional training environment, including a fleet of four Cessna 172 aircraft, dedicated flight simulators and newly renovated accommodation.
Tamworth Mayor Russell Webb stressed that Tamworth was not only an ideal place for SFC operations, but also for future students to develop and enhance their aviation careers.
“With more than 300 favorable flying days each year, Tamworth is the ideal location for students looking to take off in their aviation careers,” Webber said.
“I look forward to seeing aviation capabilities develop in the region and seeing Tamworth play a role in the growth and success of the industry.”
