Australian National Airline College

What Australian National Airline College does

Australian National Airline College (ANAC), trading as Moorabbin Aviation Services Pty Ltd, is a CASA-approved flight training academy founded in 1990 and headquartered at Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne, Australia. The company delivers structured pilot training programs ranging from Private Pilot Licence through Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Multi Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR), Flying Instructor ratings, and aircraft Type Ratings (Kingair, Citation, DC3), as well as airline-specific cadet preparation programs for China Southern Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Core training infrastructure includes a fleet of over 25 aircraft and an AGMK6 Aeroguidance flight simulator for instrument rating training, with a maintained 1:5 instructor-to-student ratio and a published 100% safety record.

ANAC operates two campuses (Moorabbin Airport and Mangalore Airport) and is regulated under CASA Part 141 and Part 142, holds CRICOS registration (02530B) for international student enrollment, is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 22495), and carries CAAC approval to train Chinese cadets. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time tuition fees for multi-year diploma programs, with published course fees ranging from AUD $24,995 (Flying Instructor) to AUD $129,000 (combined CPL + MEIR). International students — sourced primarily from Asia-Pacific markets through an approved agent network in seven countries and a dedicated Indonesian representative office (P.T Sticks N Stones) — form the core customer base, complemented by enterprise airline cadet relationships. Support services include aviation medical examinations, partnered ELICOS English language courses, and homestay accommodation arrangements.

Name

Australian National Airline College

Legal name

Moorabbin Aviation Services Pty Ltd

Website

https://flying-school.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Australian National Airline College (ANAC) is a CASA-approved flight training academy in Melbourne offering Commercial Pilot Licence, Instrument Rating, and airline cadet programs, primarily serving international students from Asia-Pacific markets and airline partners including China Southern and Cathay Pacific.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Training

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN)

Keywords

• Pilot training programs
• Commercial pilot licence
• Flight school Australia
• Aviation academy training
• Instrument rating courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Mentone

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Pilot Training Course Fees: Core revenue from aviation training course fees. Courses include Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence), Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating), Private Pilot Licence, Flying Instructor courses, and airline-specific cadet preparation programs. Fees range from AUD $24,995 to AUD $129,000 depending on course type and duration.
2. Type Ratings and Additional Certifications: Additional revenue from aircraft type ratings (Kingair, Citation, DC3), English language training through partner colleges, and supplementary services including homestay accommodation arrangements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ANAC is a flight training academy that delivers CASA-approved pilot training programs ranging from Private Pilot Licence through to Commercial Pilot Licence with Multi Engine Instrument Rating, Flying Instructor ratings, aircraft type ratings, and airline-specific cadet preparation programs. Courses are delivered across multiple campuses using a fleet of over 25 training aircraft and an AGMK6 Aeroguidance flight simulator, serving both Australian and international students seeking professional aviation careers.

Product overview

Australian National Airline College (ANAC) is a flight school offering a structured portfolio of pilot training programs operating from Moorabbin Airport and Mangalore Airport in Melbourne, Australia. The core offerings include Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) programs and Instrument Rating qualifications under the AVI50222 and AVI50519 diploma frameworks, with combined packages like the 208-hour Diploma of Aviation (CPL with Multi Engine Instrument Rating) as the primary airline-entry pathway. Additional products include Flying Instructor training, aircraft Type Ratings (Kingair, Citation, DC3), and specialized airline cadet programs including China Southern Airlines cadet training and the Cathay Pacific Cadet Preparation Program. Support services encompass Aviation Medical Examination, ELICOS English language courses through partner institutions, and homestay accommodation. ANAC's training is structured in five progressive stages from basic flight through commercial licence and instrument rating, adhering to CASA Part 141 and Part 142 approvals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence-Aeroplane) & Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Combined 93-week professional pilot pathway for aspiring airline pilots, delivering a Commercial Pilot Licence with Multi Engine Instrument Rating at AUD $129,000.
• Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence-Aeroplane) AVI50222 Standalone 68-week Commercial Pilot Licence diploma at AUD $89,500 providing foundational skills for airline employment.
• Private Pilot Licence (Non AQF Course) 24-week recreational pilot licence course at AUD $37,600 for students learning to fly as a hobby rather than a career.
• Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) AVI50519 - Multi Engine Command 25-week Multi Engine Instrument Rating diploma at AUD $39,500 enabling pilots to fly under instrument flight rules.
• Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Single Engine 25-week Single Engine Command Instrument Rating course at AUD $26,950 using Piper PA28R Arrow aircraft and the AGMK6 simulator.
• Diploma of Aviation (Flying Instructor) AVI50516 22-week Flying Instructor diploma at AUD $24,995 enabling graduates to deliver flight training as a Grade 3 Instructor (progressing to Grade 2 and Grade 1).
• Cathay Pacific Cadet Preparation Program 20-week Cathay Pacific Cadet Preparation Program at AUD $26,450 (plus AUD $2,000 CASA and landing fees) targeting Chinese citizens for the Cathay Pacific cadet pipeline.
• Type Ratings (Kingair, Citation, DC3) Aircraft type-specific ratings for advanced model operation (Kingair, Citation, DC3) beyond standard pilot licences.
• Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot License) for Indian Students Commercial Pilot Licence program tailored for Indian students, providing a pathway to airline careers with localised support.
• Airline Cadet Training for China Southern Airlines Pilot cadet training program for China Southern Airlines cadets approved by both CASA and CAAC, providing a structured pathway to airline type-rated roles.
• Aviation Medical Examination Services Aviation medical examination services to help students meet CASA medical requirements for pilot licensing (approximately AUD $500).
• ELICOS English Language Courses English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) delivered through a partner college in Melbourne, in 10-week and 20-week formats, to help students meet CASA English requirements before pilot training.
• Homestay Accommodation Services Homestay accommodation arrangements near Moorabbin Airport for international students at approximately AUD $300 per week including room, meals, and laundry.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates fly for airlines worldwide including Cathay Pacific, Vietjet, Air Costa, and regional carriers
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• China Southern AirlinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerANAC provides pilot cadet training for China Southern Airlines. This is a flagship airline cadet program where ANAC trains cadets selected by the airline. The relationship positions ANAC as an approved training provider for one of China's major airlines.
• Civil Aviation Authority China (CAAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerANAC is approved by the Civil Aviation Authority China (CAAC), allowing them to train Chinese cadets and issue qualifications recognized by Chinese aviation authorities.
• English College in MelbourneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner college in Melbourne provides English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) for students who need to improve English before starting pilot training. Offers 10-week and 20-week programs.
• Aviation Training Consultants (P.T Sticks N Stones)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndonesian representative office handling overseas student counselling and enrollment processing for ANAC. Located in Jakarta, provides local support for Indonesian students.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ATP Flight School: Largest flight school in the United States operating multi-engine CPL/IR programmes with airline-affiliated pathways — directly comparable course structure and target student (career-track international/domestic cadets).
• CAE Oxford Aviation Academy: CAE's airline academy division is the dominant global pilot training operator, running integrated cadet programmes and multi-engine instrument training in Australia and beyond — directly comparable to ANAC's CPL/MEIR and airline cadet offerings.
• L3Harris Airline Academy: Operates large-scale integrated airline pilot training academies globally with cadet pipelines for major carriers — directly comparable to ANAC's China Southern and Cathay Pacific cadet programmes in model and customer profile.
• Aviation Australia: Australian-based pilot and aviation maintenance training provider competing for the same international student pool and offering CRICOS-approved diploma pathways that mirror ANAC's CPL/IR products.

Broad incumbents

• FlightSafety International: Global leader in advanced pilot training and simulator-based learning serving airlines and corporate operators — comparable in simulator and type-rating capability, though more focused on professional/recurrent than ab-initio training.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Major US-based aviation university offering integrated pilot training programmes including CPL/IR pathways — broader educational portfolio but directly comparable core pilot-training proposition for international students.
• Lufthansa Aviation Training: European-based integrated pilot training group running cadet programmes for Lufthansa and partner airlines — comparable enterprise cadet model and type-rating portfolio, with broader geographic footprint.

Emerging players

• AirAsia Aviation Academy: Airline-affiliated cadet pilot training academy targeting Southeast Asian students — overlaps with ANAC in customer geography and ab-initio cadet pipeline, though at an earlier scale stage.

Regional players

• Pilot Training Australia (GOTAFE / TAFE providers): TAFE and Victorian vocational providers offering Diploma of Aviation (CPL/IR) programmes in the same Australian regulatory environment — directly comparable domestic product competing for the same Australian and international CRICOS cohort.
• Singapore Flying College: Regional cadet pilot training college serving Singapore Airlines and other Asian carriers — comparable ab-initio cadet model and Asia-Pacific customer base, though anchored in Singapore rather than Australia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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