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Fundraising Pilot Registration
Fly for a Cause – Become a Fundraising Pilot

Are you a licensed pilot looking to make a meaningful impact with your time in the air? Join Community Flights’ Fundraising Flights Program, and help raise vital funds that support free patient transport across regional Queensland.
Under the CASA-approved EX49/25 exemption, eligible pilots can conduct scenic joy flights at approved fundraising events — with all proceeds supporting our mission.

Ready to Take Off?

Help us turn aviation into action and make a real difference in people’s lives.

Pilot Eligibility

To register, you’ll need to meet the following CASA requirements:

  • Hold a valid CPL or ATPL

  • Minimum 150 hours PIC (25 hours multi-engine if applicable)

  • Minimum 10 hours on aircraft type/class

  • Completed 1 takeoff and landing in type within 30 days of the flight

  • Current insurance that covers private operations with passengers


📝 How It Works

  1. Register online at least 14 days before an event

  2. Submit your:

    • Pilot declaration

    • Licence and medical

    • Last page of your logbook

    • Insurance certificate

  3. Await written approval

  4. Receive your pilot welcome pack – including a lanyard, badge, briefing documents, and passenger handouts

Once approved, you’ll be ready to fly at one of our exciting fundraising events, giving the public a memorable experience while supporting a life-changing cause.


💰 Cost Reimbursement

Approved fundraising pilots may be eligible for reimbursement of direct, flight-related operational costs. This ensures your participation doesn’t come at a personal financial burden while maintaining compliance with CASA EX49/25 conditions.

Details of eligible reimbursements, including what can and cannot be claimed, will be emailed to you immediately after registration. If you have any questions beforehand, feel free to contact our office at admin@communityflights.org.au or call 1300 463 987.

Please note: no payment or reward beyond direct operational costs is permitted.


⚠️ Important Notes

  • Flights must depart and return to the same certified aerodrome

  • All flights must be VFR by day within a 50 NM radius

  • No aerobatics, low flying, or formation flying permitted

  • You must carry a copy of CASA EX49/25 onboard during the flight