FAQs

Welcome to FlySharing.com.au: - An Internet community that brings private pilots together with adventurous riders. Many pilots fly solo to their destinations and would like to share the experience of flying as well as the cost and adventure with someone who is interested. FlySharing is dedicated to bring these two groups of people together.

Private Pilots:
Often going some place and wanting to share costs and have friendly company?
Do you need to take your aircraft someplace (maintenace etc.) and looking for a possible lift back with another pilot?

Passengers:
Are needing to go to some destination not serviced by the airlines?
Are you a traveller and wanting a different kind of experience?

If you have not already done so, Register on this site now to begin.

This service is not for and should not be used by commercial operations.

General

1. How do I place a trip listing(s)?

To place listings, you have to be a registered member. So, if you haven't already, register by clicking on Create an Account then click on “Create a New Trip” on the navigation links to enter required information and place an ad. All of your listings are maintained from the home page after you login.

Pilots

1. As a private pilot, how can I take passengers?
In Australia, the costs of a private flight may be shared amongst others on the flight provided that the costs are equally shared, the pilot/crew do not receive any payment for their services and the total number of persons on board does not exceed six. CASA Regulation (CAR 1988 2(7A)

A private pilot may not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers, provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees. Under these guidelines, a private pilot can take passengers.

2. What special certifications do I need to participate in Flysharing?
FlySharing.com.au merely acts as an introduction service to pilots and passengers/riders. An electronic bulletin board where like minded people need to contact each other - like the notice board at your local aero club. All appropriate government regulations are still in effect.

3. How do I meet prospective travellers?
This is what FlySharing.com.au is all about. You simply post your trips so that prospective passengers/riders can see them and they will contact you via an online form if they're interested.

4. What is a reasonable share of expenses?
This is something to negotiate with your passenger/rider. If you're like most of us, we just like to fly and look for any excuse to exercise our right to fly. The more people that we can bring into general aviation to see it's benefits the better off we all will be. Don’t give passengers a negative experience.

5. What do I do if I cannot fly that day due to weather or mechanical reasons?
Always be upfront and honest with your passenger/rider. If you're not instrument rated or current, tell them the weather you need to have (both here and at the destination). If you are instrument rated, still tell the rider what weather you need (both legally and your personal limits). If you're aware that you have a mechanical event due—tell them the conditions. This will give your passengers/riders an understanding of the likelihood and they won't be surprised if you had to cancel the trip (disappointed yes) when that event happens.


Passengers/Riders

1. What is the advantage of using Flysharing.com.au?
Flyshare.com.au offers new ways to travel particularly to out of the way destinations since you're no longer restricted to commercial travel schedules and patterns. By matching up with a private pilot through Flyshare.com.au you can reduce travel time and multiple connections. Plus, you'll be enjoying an exciting new travel experience.

2. How much does a typical ride cost?
This greatly depends on the airplane and the flight time of trip. You and your pilot can 'negotiate' the cost after making contact with each other. FlySharing.com.au DOES NOT act as any kind of broker for flight costs.

3. What if the weather is bad?
Many pilots have vastly different experience levels. Ask the pilot up front what weather conditions will cause them to cancel or delay the flight. This type of communication will greatly reduce disappointment and planning. Weather is very different in many parts of the country. The weather where you leave is not necessarily the same where and when you arrive. This may cause some changes in plans. Always ask the pilot.