Aircraft & Flight Training

Whether it's your first time getting airborne and taking the controls of an aircraft, or you're an industry professional seeking to upgrade your pilot credentials, we've got you covered.

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Bob Harris Flying School (BHFS)

Unique Location

World-renowned scenic hotspot of Far North Queensland

Customised Training

Trained in a setting dedicated to their individual needs

Aviation Leader

Highly experienced trainer since 1979

Enhanced Success

A reliable flying school dedicated to your success

About Us

Who Are We

Bob Harris' Flying School (BHFS) provides an individual approach to flying training. This means you get the best opportunity to achieve your aviation ambitions in a way that meets your needs.


At BHFS you receive the highest standard of pilot training customed to your personal goals, schedule, and budget to optimise your learning experience and ensure you meet all Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) licencing criteria.


If you dream of becoming a pilot and experiencing the joy of flying via a recreational pilot's licence, or forging your career as an airline pilot, BHFS will support you to reach your full potential.

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Tropical North Queensland

BHFS has been training recreational, private, and professional pilots for over 50 years. Our experience and dedication to flying training, and the successful outcomes of our pilots are second to none.


Our location gives you a unique vantage point to experience the renowned wonders of tropical north Queensland. BHFS's training environment encompasses stunning rainforests and rural landscapes, fringed by the Great Barrier Reef. The Innisfail township's scenic beauty and charm make this a perfect place to take to the skies.


So if you are looking for top-quality flying training in an environment that optimises your learning experience, contact us now to forge your future in the aviation industry. 

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Services

Bob Harris' Flying School (BHFS), formally known as Hinchinbrook Air Services, are industry specialists in training, charter & scenic flights.

Flight Training

Training recreational, private and professional pilots for over 50 years, achieving goals and helping to reach their full potential.


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Aircraft

All of our aircraft are professionally maintained in accordance with RAAus or CASA regulations as applicable.


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Charter & Scenic Flights

Commercial aeroplane pilots and aircraft available for flights ranging from short scenic flights to air transport flights to anywhere in Australia.


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What You Get

Flying with us at Bob Harris Flying School, you'll get top service!

  • Unique location for pilots

    BHFS combines unique opportunities for both learner pilots and aviation career professionals.


    Located within the world-renowned scenic hotspot of far north Queensland, BHFS gives students access to the highest standards of flight training amid stunning aerial views of tropical rainforests, rivers, and coastal reefs.


    The Innisfail airport provides further advantages for flying training. It has the relatively rare option of a cross runway, allowing greater flexibility for your flying training. 


    It is also ideal for night and instrument training procedures with four instrument approaches and the provision of runway lights. Plus, the airport is close to controlled airspace and other navigation aids, including an instrument landing system (ILS).

  • Customised flying training

    As a regionally based and owner-operated flying school, BHFS provides students with the invaluable bonus of being trained in a setting dedicated to their individual needs.


    Bob and Carole Harris work personally with each student to plan their training, study, and testing schedules to optimise their learning experience and advance their career in aviation.


    BHFS prides itself on establishing enduring relationships with its students. Bob and Carole's interest in their students' success extends beyond their initial training to offer ongoing guidance on industry opportunities and training regulations.


    This bond sees many established pilots make the effort to return to BHFS whenever they want to complete further training, endorsements, or testing requirements. 

  • Get trained by a leader in the aviation industry

    As the head of operations, Bob Harris has been training pilots at the school since 1979. He is a highly experienced pilot with many thousands of hours flying to his credit. Bob's motivating training ethos inspires students to fulfill their aviation ambitions.


    Bob has dedicated his aviation career to providing professional pilot training to encourage more people to fly and succeed in the aviation industry.


    As well as a highly regarded flying trainer, Bob is an experienced flight examiner under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).


    He conducts flight tests for most licences and ratings as well as proficiency checks for instrument and instructor ratings. Additionally, BHFS does training for RAAus certificates and conversion training.

  • Enhance your chances of success

    To feel confident about investing in your aviation career, be sure to choose a reliable flying school dedicated to your success. If you want your flying training to be directly guided by an industry-recognised flying instructor committed to your personal and professional needs, check out BHFS flight training options and contact us today.


    BHFS has recently expanded to include training through Recreational Aviation Australia (RAAus) due to their being a high demand for this type of training.  Combining RAAus and GA flying can be beneficial with regard to costing and licencing outcomes.