About MFT
Safe, Professional, and highly experienced.
Our
Story
At Murwillumbah Flight Training (MFT), we are proud to be founded by a collective of highly professional, experienced flight instructors and industry veterans who share a deep connection to our local skies.
What began as a dedicated solution to meet the internal training, development, and instructing needs of the Murwillumbah Aero Club quickly evolved into a premier regional resource, fuelled by a shared vision to provide world-class aviation education right here in the Northern Rivers region.
Our team brings an unparalleled depth of expertise to the cockpit, comprising seasoned airline pilots, industry veterans with tens of thousands of flight hours, aeromedical specialists, and CASA examiners.
As locals who are deeply embedded in the community, we don’t just train in this airspace—we live it, boasting thousands of successful landings at Murwillumbah alone, ensuring that our students benefit from a training environment grounded in both global industry standards and intimate local knowledge.
Meet Our Team
Welcome to the MFT Team!
We are a dedicated and highly experienced group of professionals with a passion for teaching and growing our industry.
Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding the expectations of our clients.
Get to know the individuals who make MFT stand out.
Marty Jackson
CEO
Marty has been involved with the Murwillumbah Aero Club for many years and currently helms the role of Club President.
His role oversee's the operational aspects of club with a big focus on safety. The aero club had traditionally had flight training in the past, and has returned in 2026 to cater for the growth of the club and the massive demand for flight training in the area,
Marty looks to ensure the club can provide the flight training at a club that prides itself on safety.
Marty is also the Managing Director of the highly successful Northern Air.
Cameron Baines
Head of Operations
Aviation has been Cam's passion for most of his life. His day to day role is to ensure the smooth running of the Flight school, mentoring junior flight instructors and retaining a friendly relationship with the various students that attend the school.
The primary task that Cam has been assigned is ensuring Flight Instructor Ratings occur in a suitable time and with great results.
Cam pride's himself with the fact that most FIR candidates gain full time employment soon after the completion of the course. He sets a high standard and achieve this in a friendly way.
Cam has been a flight instructor since 2010 and has experience with many students from all over the world.
Gary Clarke
Grade 1 Instructor & Testing Officer
Gary Has over 5,000 hrs of flying experience and 3,000 hours of instructional experience.
Gary has worked for the RFDS and 2 regional airlines.
Gary has a passion for learning and supporting others to achieve their goals.