Our People
At the Royal Aero Club, our team comprises dedicated professionals who bring a wealth of expertise and passion to the table. We are committed to providing our members with unparalleled support to help them soar. Our team consists of highly skilled aviation professionals who generously volunteer their time and knowledge out of their genuine love of aviation.
With a rich tapestry of experience and a deep reservoir of aviation wisdom, our team members ensure that you are in capable hands every step of the way. Putting safety above all else, they are equipped with years of flying experience and an abundance of knowledge.
Allow us to introduce some of the extraordinary individuals who are wholeheartedly devoted to putting wings on your dreams.
Aero Club Executive
Lachlan Hyde
President & Chairman
With a background in the community and public service sectors spanning roles across the government and not-for-profit space, Lachlan has brought his diverse skill-set as Club President since 2023.
For his efforts in re-establishing the Royal Aero Club, Lachlan was named the 2023 Young Achiever of the Year as part of the CASA Wings Awards as well as the 2024 Rising Star as part of the Australian Aviation Awards.
Lachlan’s civic engagement is reflected in his appointment by the Governor of New South Wales as a Justice of the Peace (JP). He has also been sworn in as a Member of the Liverpool Order (MLO) and a Member of the Institute of Community Directors Australia (MICDA).
In his spare time, Lachlan is working towards his Private Pilot Licence (PPL) with a particular fondness for the Cessna 152.
Jonathon Mayorga
Vice-President
Jonathon has served as Club Vice-President since 2023, bringing youthful energy and dedication to the role. With a lifelong passion for helping those around him he exemplifies servant leadership helping budding aviators put wings on their dreams.
Outside of his love for aviation, Jonathon researches and studies Microbiology at the University of New South Wales. Driven by a curiosity to research the natural world, he aims to create impactful outcomes in both his professional and personal endeavours.
Zaccary Lancaster
Secretary
Serving as Club Secretary since 2023, Zaccary brings a wealth of experience from the public and private sectors with a background in government and law
Passionate about supporting those around him, he has volunteered with organisations that assist the homeless, disadvantaged youth, the elderly, and veterans.
A strong believer in uplifting young people, Zaccary plays a key role in running our school holiday Flying Training Camps helping student pilots put wings on their dreams.
Flying School Management
Martin Sauer
Part 141 Chief Executive Officer
(CEO)
Barry Sadler
Head of Training Operations
(HOTO)
Anthony Coleiro
Standby Head of Training
(SHOT)
Danial Martin
Standby Head of Training
(SHOT)
Chris Hosford
Operations & Logistics Officer
(OLO)
Leo Schwarze
Senior Bookings & Dispatch
Team Member
Flight Instructors
Rodney Hyde
Grade 1 Instructor & Flight Examiner
Danial Martin
Grade 1 Instructor & Flight Examiner
Kayla Bentley
Grade 1 Instructor
Anthony Coleiro
Grade 1 Instructor
Jan Goodhew
Grade 1 Instructor
Tristan Moir
Grade 1 Instructor
Barry Sadler
Grade 1 Instructor
Dominique Estival
Grade 2 Instructor
Jessie Georg
Grade 2 Instructor
Marco Carpino
Grade 3 Instructor
Paul Chen
Grade 3 Instructor
Dennis Cho
Grade 3 Instructor
Ayush Kaushal
Grade 3 Instructor
Daniel Li
Grade 3 Instructor
Nielston Louis
Grade 3 Instructor
Deepin Naicker
Grade 3 Instructor
Ryan Nelson
Grade 3 Instructor
Jay Patel
Grade 3 Instructor
Mohammad Swiesah
Grade 3 Instructor
Adrian Wong
Grade 3 Instructor
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