Pilot Training South Africa: A Journey That’s Faster — and Far More Enjoyable
Professional pilot training at Lanseria Flight Centre — Grand Central Airport, Johannesburg
Choosing where to train as a pilot shapes your confidence, your career readiness, and the enjoyment of your entire aviation journey. When you’re investing in your future, you deserve a flight school in South Africa that gives you real-world flying, faster progression, and a positive training environment every day.
At Lanseria Flight Centre (LFC), we specialise in commercial pilot training in South Africa — not only helping you progress faster, but making your time here unforgettable.
Train Where Future Airline Pilots Train
Real flying. Real capability. Real confidence.
We develop pilots who can prove:
Capability
Decision-making under pressure
Theory applied in real airspace
Crew resource management from day one
System knowledge that builds career-ready confidence
Accountability — every checklist, every flight
Because a long, successful aviation career isn’t built on hours alone —
it’s built on habits and standards that last a lifetime.
If your goals are higher than the minimum —
you’re our kind of pilot.
Why Train at Grand Central Airport?
The ideal base for
hour building in South Africa
Grand Central Airport – Johannesburg
Uncongested airspace
Fast-turn training operations
Consistent aviation weather year-round
This is ICAO-aligned pilot training designed to move you forward without delays from coastal weather or international-airport congestion.
Where you train makes all the difference.
Your Professional Pilot Pathway
PPL ➜ Night Rating ➜ CPL ➜ Multi-Engine Rating ➜ Instrument Rating ➜ Charter & Airline careers
Whether you’re a student from South Africa, India, the UK, the UAE or Europe, your licence is recognised globally — so you can Train in Africa, Fly the World.
Looking for affordable pilot training abroad or CPL conversion options?
You’ll find both here — without compromising safety or standards.
Global Careers Start Here
Our graduates fly for respected airlines in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond — because they arrive ready for the flight deck.
You’ll build:
Confidence in real operations
Experience in varied weather & terrain
Adventure in every hour logged
Congratulations to our newest pilots —
the sky is officially your office.
Ready to start your pilot licence in South Africa?
Whether you’re aiming for PPL, CPL, Multi-Engine or ATPL-level qualifications — let’s talk about where you want to fly.