About Us

Soar to new heights with Safomar Aviation Operations (SAO), a premier South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) certified ATO (ATO 1145).

We take pride in delivering exceptional aviation training through our team of highly motivated and experienced instructors.

Our staff are supported by a diverse fleet of impeccably maintained fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, suitable for a wide range of flight applications. Our programs equip you with the skills and knowledge to secure your dream career in aviation, covering everything from Private Pilot Licence (PPL) to Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), and up to Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).

We also offer advanced flight ratings and conversions, including twin-engine rating, complex aircraft, aerial surveillance, game management, and charter operations. We also provide comprehensive Computer-Based Training (CBT) for related examinations and assessments by Designated Flight Examiners (DFE), ensuring our students receive thorough and rigorous training.

At SAO, our commitment to excellence prepares our students for success in the aviation industry.

Pilot Training

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Discovery / Intro

FLIGHT

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Private Pilot Licence

PPL

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Commercial Pilot Licence

CPL

Ratings Conversions
Ratings &

CONVERSIONS

Aviation Services

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Charter

FLIGHTS

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Security &

SURVEILLANCE

VIP Charters
VIP

CHARTERS

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Agriculture &

WILDLIFE

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Scenic

FLIGHTS

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Valuable

CARGO

Aerial Photography
Aerial

PHOTOGRAPHY

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Special

OCCASIONS

Our Fleet

Fixed-Wing

Beechcraft Baron B55
Cessna 172
Piper Arrow ®
Piper Chieftain
Piper Cherokee 180

Helicopter

Enstrom 280FX
Enstrom 480B

Pilot Shop

Part Of Safomar Holdings Pty Ltd

Operating from the Group Head Office in South Africa the group extends across the Southern African and the African Continent, with 10 facilities and a team of over 170 dedicated personnel. We combine a blend of youth, leadership and experience with a passion to serve. The Safomar Group of companies is well positioned to meet and exceed the demands of a highly competitive local and global business market.