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Flightfest (1)

Deadlines

01 Dec 2026
Call for entries

01 Jan 2026
Early deadline

01 Mar 2026
Standard deadline

01 May 2026
Late deadline

01 Jun 2026
Extended deadline

01 Jul 2026
Notification date

11 Sep 2026
13 Sep 2026

Address

P.O.Box 5792 / 5 Squadron drive, 4670, Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia

Festival description

Aviation-inspired films

Short film festival 30'<

Feature film festival >30' 120'<

Festival requirements

Film festival

Fiction

Documentary

Animation

Fantastic

Terror

Experimental

Music Video

Other

Any Genre

Any Theme

Has submission fees

International Festival

Physical Location

January 2021

Production countries: Any

Shooting countries: Any

Director nationalities: Any

Debut Films

School projects

Short Films 30'<

Feature Films >30' 120'<

AI Tools

Any language

Subtitles
English

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Festival description (Edition: 1)

Festival start: 11 September 2026 Festival end: 13 September 2026

Flightfest is an aviation-inspired International Film Festival held in South East Queensland. Celebrating stories of flight from around the world, the festival brings together filmmakers, aviators, and the local community to share their passion for aviation. More than just a showcase of films, Flightfest is a gathering that connects people through the spirit of adventure, innovation, and the love of flight.

Prizes and qualifications

Best Film
Best Narrative
Best Documentary
Best Short Film
Best Student Film
The Jabiru Award
Best Aviation Series

Rules

Eligibility

Open to filmmakers worldwide.

Films must be aviation-inspired or feature aviation as a central theme.

All genres are welcome: documentary, narrative, animation, experimental.

Length

Short films: up to 30 minutes (main competition).

Youth/student films: up to 15 minutes.

Feature-length films (30–120 minutes) may be considered for special screenings.

Submission Format

All submissions must be made via Festhome.

If selected, the organisers must be able to download the file for screening purposes.

Accepted screening formats: MP4 or MOV, H.264 codec preferred.

Resolution: Minimum 1080p HD.

Language

Films not in English must include English subtitles.

Completion Date

Films must have been completed within the last 5 years.

Premiere Status

Australian premieres are preferred but not required.

Rights & Permissions

The filmmaker must own or obtain all rights to their film (including image, sound, music, archival footage, etc.).
By submitting, entrants grant Flightfest permission to screen their film at the festival and use stills/trailers for promotional purposes.

Selection & Notification

All submissions are reviewed by the programming committee.

Filmmakers will be notified of their selection status by the published notification date.

Decisions of the selection committee are final.

Awards & Prizes

Films selected for competition are eligible for awards.

Award categories will be announced prior to the festival.

The jury’s decision is final.

Entry Fees

A standard entry fee applies unless waived for youth/student categories.

Fees are non-refundable.

Attendance

Attendance at the festival is encouraged but not mandatory.

Travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the filmmaker.

Best Aviation Series

Short and Feature Films

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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Aviation-inspired series. These films may capture real stories, history, or experiences from the world of flight, told through an episodic style. They may be self-contained episodes or part of a wider narrative structure.

Student Film

Short and Feature Films

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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01 Jun 26

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This category is open to filmmakers under the age of 18. Entries may be documentary or narrative, short or feature-length, but must be aviation-inspired and created primarily by young filmmakers. This category exists to showcase fresh perspectives and to encourage the creativity of the next generation of aviation storytellers.

Narrative Feature

Short and Feature Films >30' 120'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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Narrative films over 30 minutes where aviation plays a key role in the plot, characters, or setting. This category is for longer fictional works that allow audiences to engage with aviation through storytelling, performance, and imagination.

Narrative Short

Short Films 30'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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Short fiction films under 30 minutes that are aviation-inspired. These can include drama, comedy, animation, or experimental storytelling, as long as aviation is central to the story.

Documentary Feature Film

Short and Feature Films 120'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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Submissions deadline
01 Jun 26

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Documentary films over 30 minutes that dive deeper into aviation themes. These works often explore history, culture, technology, or personal journeys, providing audiences with a richer, more immersive understanding of aviation.

Documentary Short Film

Short Films 30'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 21$ 19.32$ 14.07$ 01 Jan 26

Standard 28$ 25.76$ 18.76$ 01 Mar 26

Late 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 01 May 26

Extended 49$ 45.08$ 32.83$ 01 Jun 26

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Submissions deadline
01 Jun 26

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Aviation-inspired short documentaries that run under 30 minutes. These films may capture real stories, history, or experiences from the world of flight, told in a concise and impactful format.

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