aero club of south africa
Protect | Administer | Promote
Welcome
The Aero Club of South Africa is fundamental for recreational pilots who fly for the passion, and mostly fund their activities privately. With limited time to monitor governmental actions, the Aero Club protects pilots’ rights to the freedom of flight.
Established in 1920 by dedicated aviators, it remains crucial in defending recreational aviation rights and is recognised by various governmental and international bodies. The Aero Club engages in multiple forums addressing aspects like safety, airspace design, regulations, and medical standards, thus ensuring a unified voice for recreational aviation in South Africa.
By uniting the enthusiasm of our members, we pursue specific central objectives:
– Protecting and Preserving
– Oversight and Administration
– Promoting and Growing aviation sports and recreational pursuits.
We ensure your passion for flying stays sky-high!
UPCOMING EVENTS – Apl/May ’26
25 April : Mahikeng Airshow
Molefo Molamu – immolamu@gmail.com
25 April : Moon Rise Muster Fly In
Tedderfield – Alan 0837023680
1 May : Bona Bona Lodge Fly In
Bona Bona
15 May : EAA Young Eagles /SAMAA
Mbombela – Marie Reddy 0832597691
16 May: Wings over Winelands
Vergelegen – Shirley@creativespacemedia.co.za
22 May: Karoo Airshow
Morne 0624295614
28 May: Kitty Hawk Vintage day
Imarie – office@kitty-hawk.co.za
28 May: PTAR
Secunda – SAPFA
30 May: Bethlehem Airshow
Khotso Motsoeneng – motsoenengkhotso@gmail.com
31 May: Pretoria Airshow
Gerhardus Botha – lapa@legendsmx.co.za
past events
6-8 MARCH ’26
AIRWEEK 2026
Middelburg Airfield
AIRWEEK 2026 Despite the weather challenges, the spirit of South African aviation was once again on full display at Middelburg. Airweek served as a reminder that aviation is not only about aircraft and flying, but about community and mentorship
16-19 June ’25
PARAGLIDING NATIONALS
Lone Tree Hill, Barberton
The skies above Barberton were a kaleidoscope of colour for the duration of the competition. A record 73 pilots, including six international participants and nine women, gathered at Lone Tree Hill for one of the most anticipated events on South Africa’s paragliding calendar.
