Learn to Fly
Learn to Fly
Learn to Fly
Learn to Fly
SOUTH CANTERBURY AERO CLUB
Est 1946
Our Instructing Team
Mustafa Shekhi
Chief Flying Instructor / Operations Manager - B Category
Mustafa aka Mus / Moose moved to New Zealand to gain his Commercial Pilot’s Licence in 2017. He started his journey at International Aviation Academy of New Zealand in Christchurch, where he achieved his licence. He then moved up to Wanganui, where he achieved his C-category Instructor Rating at New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy.
Mustafa's awesome attitude towards instructing and club flying impressed Aaron who gave him the chance to fly a few trial flights under supervision, from there he quickly became a highly valued member of our instructing team.
Mustafa worked as an Airport Manager for Air New Zealand, managing their Timaru base and worked part-time at the club in his free time. He worked towards his B-Category instructor rating and achieved it in February 2024.
His goal is to eventually become an A-category Flight Examiner, with his immediate goals being to achieve an Aero’s and cub/tailwheel rating.
Mustafa wants to take on kitesurfing but thinks the water is too cold in Timaru!
Ben Williams
Flying Instructor - B Category / Full Time
Ben's connection with aviation started with the club, where he began as a Young Eagle. His journey into the skies began as he worked towards his Private Pilot License (PPL) with a successful flight test in June 2022.
Ben briefly ventured away to IAANZ but returned to his home club for training towards his C-Category flight instructor rating. While away at IAANZ, he successfully obtained his Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and Multi Engine Instrument Rating. His motivation is fuelled by a sense of community and a commitment to instil a passion for aviation in others. In the realm of instructing, Ben is eager to apply his knowledge and passion, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. He finds immense satisfaction in helping aspiring aviators embark on their flight training journey.
Ben has had some significant achievements, including his first solo flight on his 16th birthday. He has also been awarded with some scholarships along the way such as the Flying NZ Ross Macpherson Memorial Scholarship, the Prime Minister's Vocational Excellence Award, and the Pauwels Flying Scholarship Special Award.
Ben passed his B Cat flight test at the end of 2024 with the club and is also a Night Instructor.
