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Thank you everyone! Looks like Lilydale and the Jaibarus :) Will arrange a trial flight sometime in the next fortnight.

Hello people, I'm a newbie to the world of flying (apart from me being a virtual pilot if that counts...lol). I had my first TIF a couple of weeks back at Moorabbin, and now I'm seriously considering to join a flying school and take this passion of mine further. I've had a look at different options (GA & RA), and decided to go with RA (due to cost and time). Now I have a few questions, and it would be great to get some help: I'm looking for a good flying school in and around Melbourne. I have easy access to Eastlink, therefore Lillydale (Lilydale Flying School), Coldstream (RVAC) and Tyabb (Peninsula Aero Club) are all about within 45 minutes drive. Any inputs on which school to choose? I'm leaning towards Tyabb as they have a concrete runway as opposed to grass or gravel. Aircraft: Which is the best aircraft to learn on? I would prefer a yoke (instead of a stick). Can I learn on Cessna 152 or similar? or are they not meant for RA? Cost: What is the approximate cost I should budget for? Most flying school websites suggest about $3500-$4000 but what I know that is not true due to extra flying hours and other incidentals. Any close approximates? Sorry for the long post but I really need expert advise before I jump into anything.

Hey people, Great to have a forum like this around!! I'm just a virtual pilot and had my first TIF a couple of weeks back. Thinking of going the RA-Aus way for my pilot's certificate. Hope to start learning in the air soon!!