Valkyrie Takes Flight for a Record and a Cause!

Seventeen-year-old Sophie “Valkyrie” Scutchings, a proud Chinchilla local and rising talent at Kangawallafox Flight School, is preparing to challenge the Australian record for the most takeoffs and landings by a single aircraft in daylight hours. The attempt is scheduled for October 2025 at Chinchilla Aerodrome.

The current record—145 takeoffs and landings—is held by Cameron “Sparrow” Obst, Chief Flying Instructor at Kangawallafox Flight School and another local legend from Chinchilla. Sophie will attempt to surpass that number in a Brumby 610 aircraft, under the watchful eyes and encouraging support of the Kangawallafox team and a community of aviation enthusiasts.

“I’ll be flying a Brumby 610 at the Chinchilla Aerodrome with the support of the Kangawallafox Flight School and a handful of legends to make it count!”

As the clock ticks toward October, the aviation and local communities are rallying behind Sophie’s mission. Her story is one of youthful passion, community spirit, and a commitment to giving back—qualities that define the future of Australian aviation.

Stay tuned this October as “Valkyrie” takes to the skies to chase a record—and make a difference!