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We are incredibly honoured to have Southport Flying Club formally recognised in Federal Parliament by the Honourable Cameron Caldwell, Member for Division of Fadden. In the Federation Chamber, Mr Caldwell paid tribute to the Club’s contribution to the northern Gold Coast community, acknowledging the leadership of President Craig Hobart, Secretary Adam Surplice, Treasurer Sean Llewellyn and the broader committee, and highlighting the vital role our members play both in aviatio

Angel Flight Australia connects volunteer pilots with Australians who need non-emergency medical transport - often from regional communities to major centres for life-saving treatment. Craig Hobart, President of Southport Flying Club This week, Craig Hobart , President of the Southport Flying Club, completed his 66th Angel Flight mission  in his distinctive Cessna 337 Skymaster - a remarkable milestone of quiet, consistent service. Craig shared the following after his latest

On 24 January , the Southport Flying Club swapped wings for tongs, hosting a hugely successful Bunnings Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Arundel . Led by club member Ian Swift , a dedicated team of club member volunteers served up sausages, onions (no extra charge), and plenty of smiles - all in support of Angel Flight Australia. The result? $3,000 raised  for Angel Flight’s vital aeromedical and rescue operations. The event drew strong community support including visits from Joe W

There was some impressive flying on display at YSPT today, with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter  from Surf Life Saving Queensland Aviation conducting retrieval practice at Southport Flying Club. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service provides 24/7 emergency, aeromedical, and search-and-rescue services across Australia . They deliver critical care, retrieve patients from accidents (motor vehicle, farming, marine), and conduct winch rescues in difficult terrain. They also provide