On This Day
On this day: birth of an aviation pioneer
John Duigan, the first to design, build and fly an Australian- made plane, was born on May 31, 1882.
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On this day: Hinkler’s solo flight from England to Australia
The first solo flight from England to Australia was completed on 22 February 1928 by Australian aviator Bert Hinkler.
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On this day: Amy Johnson breaks record
On 24 May 1930 Amy Johnson became the first aviatrix to conquer the London to Darwin solo flight.
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On this day: The Flying Doctor Service is born
Australia’s iconic aerial medical service took its first flight on 17 May 1928.
News
Ryan Campbell lands world solo-flight record
Nineteen-year-old Ryan Campbell has become the youngest person to fly solo around the world.
New South Wales
Record-breaking teen back in Australia
AG Society-sponsored Ryan Campbell is set to become the youngest person to fly solo around the world.
Adventure
Teen pilot’s record-breaking flight
Around the world in 70 days – Australian teenager takes to the skies in a world-record attempt.
Destinations
Touring the Kimberley from on high
An aerial highway over the Kimberley represents a winning vantage point for the world-renowned region.
History & Culture
80th anniversary of female solo flight
Amy Johnson, a darling of aviation, pioneered female flying for a record attempt 80 years ago.
Adventure
Exploring Mt Everest from the air
In 1993, Dick Smith took an eye-opening flight over the Himalaya; here he tells us about that adventure.