The Airways Aviation graduate is ready to take on the next stage of his life after the successful acquisition of his Commercial Pilot’s Licence for helicopters

CALOUNDRA, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, August 4, 2014 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Airways Aviation graduate from air force to new course.

GEOFF Whitaker has swapped a career in avionics for a life soaring above Australia’s greatest scenery as a helicopter pilot.

The Airways Aviation graduate is ready to take on the next stage of his life after celebrating the successful acquisition of his Commercial Pilot’s Licence for helicopters (CPL-H).

In his former role as an avionics technician for the Australian Air Force, Mr Whitaker has spent over 10 years operating in and around aircraft, and said completing his course and securing his CPL-H was something he cherished.

“It means everything to me,” Mr Whitaker said.

“I’m 36 and in the career change part of my life and to have the chance to potentially do this for the next 20 years is great.”

Mr Whitaker began his theory course three years ago and completed his practical between March and June this year.

The Caloundra-based student said his passion for helicopters and flying had continually grown since he was a teenager.

“It has been everything to me and I always wanted to fly,” Mr Whitaker said.

“What better way is there to get around the sky?

“It gives you extra freedom that you cannot get anywhere else. Not many people do it and I love the challenge of it.

“It enables you to go anywhere and land anywhere.”

Mr Whitaker is one of many Airways Aviation students to take advantage of the company’s Tangalooma-based facility where he has conducted work experience in one of the country’s most eye-catching landscapes.

The talented pilot said he was now focused on securing a full time position anywhere around Australia.

“It’s exciting and I’ll take on whatever work comes along,” he said.

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