PerthBranch@RAeS.org.au

Welcome to the web page of the Perth Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society, Australian Division. This is the newest branch of the Australian Division of the Society and was inaugurated on 19th June 2002.

The aims of the branch are to provide a forum for all West Australians interested in aviation to meet, attend lectures and events of interest and to become involved and more informed in the art and science of flight.

Aviation has been an essential part of the transport system since 1920 when the first schedules airline in Australia was established by Sir Norman Brearley.  The vast distances travelled within the State have necessitated the use of unscheduled services and private aircraft for duties as varied as air ambulances, mustering, business travel and tourism.

Western Australia does not have a large aeronautical manufacturing base, but the needs of operators have generated support for many small maintenance and modification facilities.

The Branch has sought to recognize the many facets of the industry through visits to facilities, including the RAAF base, facilities at Jandakot airport and hosting speakers on historical and technical matters.

Anyone interested in aviation is invited to contact a committee member:

John Hinton     08 9385 8647   john.hinton@iinet.net.au

Jim Williams     0407 387 704  j.williams@ecu.edu.au