Guthrie & Aesthetechs Aviation — ensuring you and your aircraft are in good hands.
Guthrie Aviation is the oldest commercially operating flight training school in Zimbabwe. The school was founded in 1995 by Craig Guthrie who, prior to establishing the school, had been involved in training since 1988.
Although licensed to conduct air charter operations, the school’s main focus has always been pilot training. It is approved by and registered with the Ministry of Higher Education, and to this day continues to produce top-level aircrew found in every sector of the aviation industry, all over the world.
Having exhausted the list of available maintenance organisations without finding one that could meet our requirements, Aesthetechs Aviation was formed in 2015 and has grown into a fully-fledged Approved Maintenance Organisation — now also offering National Certificate and Diploma training in Aviation Maintenance.
Guthrie Aviation is headed by Craig Guthrie and Kevin Leliard — between them, more than four decades in aviation.
Craig began flying in 1988 and founded the school in 1995. He holds an American Airline Transport Pilot Licence and has flown corporate jets, and has personally mentored many of today’s top airline captains.
Kevin has been flying since 1986, with 11,980 hours logged across all types — from microlights to the Boeing 747 — alongside instructing, testing and leading the school’s technology.
Numerous pilots trained here have gone on to fly for many of the world’s largest airlines. The school is approved by and registered with the Ministry of Higher Education.
A short introduction to who we are and how we train.
Can’t see the video? Watch it on VimeoCompletely committed to your success. Our purpose is to achieve your objective in the most efficient, cost-effective and stress-free manner.
Top-quality aircrew training from recreational to commercial licences — ensuring you are the best you can be, and not a statistic.
National Certificate and Diploma training with apprentice attachment — building the skills of the future.
The benefit of our years in the aviation industry, so you don’t end up paying “school fees”.
You bought it to enjoy it — let us handle the hassle of owning and operating it, with your best interest at heart.
Cleaned, refuelled and on the flight line ready for you to arrive and fly.
Weather not looking great, or want some back-up on your next adventure? We’re here to assist.
Some fill more than one role in the company — all completely committed to your success.