Australia’s Leading Aviation Marketplace
Stick ‘n Rudder isn’t just another aviation business — it’s the product of a lifelong obsession with flying.
Founded by Doug Field, a pilot who was flying before he could legally drive, Stick ‘n Rudder was born out of a deep passion for tailwheel aviation. Doug fell in love with the challenge and freedom that tailwheel flying offers — the places it can take you, the precision it demands, and the way it teaches real stick and rudder skills. For him, tailwheel flying wasn’t just a path — it was the foundation of great airmanship.
That same passion now drives Stick ‘n Rudder to be Australia’s leading tailwheel training and sales organisation. With more tailwheel pilots trained — and more tailwheel hours logged — than any other provider in the country, Stick ‘n Rudder is the name trusted by aviators nationwide.
Stick ‘n Rudder is home to Australia’s fastest-growing tailwheel aircraft marketplace — connecting buyers and sellers with integrity and deep industry insight. With over 5,000 active subscribers and a combined 17,000+ followers across Facebook and Instagram, the community stretches across Australia and New Zealand.
Whether you’re buying your first aircraft or upgrading to your dream machine, Stick ‘n Rudder is with you every step of the way. The team helps buyers find the right aircraft for their mission, ensures every detail of the purchase is understood, and offers complete support — from sourcing to ferrying to training.
No one is left to figure it out alone. Stick ‘n Rudder ensures that buying and flying your aircraft is seamless, safe, and enjoyable — exactly how it should be.
Based in South-East Queensland, Stick ‘n Rudder has access to more bush strips than any other training provider in the country. It’s also the only aviation school in Australia offering a true bush flying course, complete with underwing camping.
Whether you’re learning the basics or chasing advanced mountain flying skills, Stick ‘n Rudder offers real-world training in real environments — using your aircraft or theirs. For those coming from out of town, the private training airstrip even features an off-grid cabin, offering the perfect base for immersive, distraction-free learning.
