FLYING ABROAD

To expedite and offer wide choice to the Pilot students, IGiA has tied-up with the few of the best Flight Training Schools abroad. We have used the following criterion to shortlist and finally select these centers in a way such that the students can rest assured of the quality of training provided.

Past Track Record
Quality of Trainers.
Value for price. (Fee)
Quality & Maintenance of Aircraft Fleet.
Duration of course.
Stability of the school.
Geographical location of the center.
Proximity to the city.
Hostel Accommodation.
Weather Condition.
Management of the school.
Aircraft to student ratio.

Keeping the above in mind, we have tied up with the best flying clubs abroad in USA, Australia & Philippines.

The programs at the Flight Training Schools selected meet the DGCA requirements and are duly authorized by their local Government Civil Aviation authorities. Our associations have been formed in a unique manner with the sole aim to help you chart out a plan specific to your situation and requirements.

The Pilot students have to complete 200 Hours to get the CPL from these countries and then (Two hundred hours) of flight time preceding the date of application for licence. This flight time includes:

(i) One hundred hours of flight time as Pilot-in-Command.
(ii) Twenty hours of cross-country flight time as Pilot-in-Command.
(iii) Ten hours of instrument time.
(iv) Five hours of flight time by night.



AUSTRALIA


About Basair
Flying training is a specialised field that requires professionalism, a real emphasis on safety, and of course - a sense of humour. You need to feel comfortable at your school, and with your instructor. You need a school that has a solid reputation for quality, and one that provides you with value for money. You also want a school that prides itself on keeping customers happy.

Basair have a wide range of quality training courses, a diverse fleet of aircraft maintained to the highest standards, a building with the best in facilities and most importantly - a professional team of instructors. And flying is always great fun at Basair!

Training
Basair has trained pilots who want a new, exciting hobby, as well as pilots who are now flying in major airlines. Basair offers accredited courses for Certificates in Aviation for Private and Commercial Pilot licence level, plus Certificate, Diploma and professional Pilot Series courses for career pilots. These courses are accredited by the Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB) of NSW, Australia. This accreditation is recognition of the quality of Basair courses, and is your guarantee of a high standard.

They also have an extensive video library, and are developing a complete computer aided briefing system.



Overseas student accreditation - CRICOS
Basair is listed on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). Their CRICOS number is 01552D.

Facilities
Basair is set in an ideal location in Sydney near the centre of Bankstown Airport, adjacent to the shopping centre for the airport. The school comprises a modern building complex containing classrooms, simulator facilities, pilot lounge, and administration. The building is fully air conditioned as it is important for you to feel comfortable at your flying school.

Instructors
Basair’s instructors are all trained professionals, and are continually being evaluated and retrained to maintain the highest standards. Flying training is a personal experience between you and your instructor. At Basair your instructor will get to know you, how you fly, what your strengths and weaknesses are. Additionally, the Chief Flying Instructor oversees all training, and will happily discuss your training with you at any time.

Aircraft Fleet
Basair’s fleet of aircraft is diverse. With a selection of different types available for you to hire, the Basair fleet is one of the most comprehensive in the region. Some of their advanced touring aircraft are even equipped with the latest satellite navigation system. From the basic trainers, to the advanced multi engine turbo-charged aircraft, there is certainly an aircraft to meet your needs.

Location
Basair is located at Banks town Airport, just 25km south-west of Sydney. Just a thirty minute drive from the city centre brings you to this centre - the busiest airport in the southern hemisphere. Basair is fortunate at Banks town that even with such activity, they have almost no delays due to a runway complex of four runways. Banks town also has a control tower - ensuring the students are trained in a professional airspace environment from their very first lesson. It has long been said that "if you can fly at Banks town - you can fly anywhere!".

For more information you can visit www.basair.com.au and click Indian Students link.
To request information email – info@igiaindia.in




Safety, quality, and flexibility! These are the qualities that set US Flight Academy apart from the average flight school. They are a FAA, USA Govt. approved CFR Part 141 flight school. This means their aircraft and training material all must be approved by the FAA. They are required to have a Chief Flight Instructor with extensive flight training experience on staff to oversee all of the instructors and flight training. Their aircraft are maintained by their internal staff of trained FAA certified mechanics. Each aircraft is meticulously maintained to the highest standards. All of these factors mean you can count on them to provide top quality training in safe and reliable aircraft.

US Flight Academy offers accelerated flight training as well as individualized self paced training. Whether you are taking the first step as a Sport Pilot or looking to get advanced ratings such as multi engine commercial rating or Certified Flight Instructor, US Flight Academy is the right choice.

US Flight Academy is located at the Denton Municipal Airport (KDTO) in Denton, Texas. This airport offers the safety and training benefits of being a tower controlled airport, but without the hassles and delays of a congested airport. This means no wasted time and money waiting for taxi and departure clearances. Their practice area is very close by which means no wasted travel time to another airport or distant practice area. USFA is located just 30 miles north of Fort Worth and less than 30 minutes from Dallas Fort Worth International airport. Shopping, lodging, and entertainment are all close by.

For more information visit www.usflightacademy.com
To request information email – info@igiaindia.in



CONVERSION
We have planned the CPL conversion plan as given in the flow chart below along with the links to download specific forms so that you can understand and plan your pilot career without any hitches:



JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The job of a commercial pilot may sound glamorous and exciting. However, it requires intensive training, because the pilot is responsible for the lives of passengers as well as the aircraft itself. After getting a Commercial Pilot's Licence, one starts off as a trainee pilot. The training period is usually around six months. Then you become a first officer on board. The first officer refers to the actual designation given to the pilot, and is often referred to as the 'copilot'. First officers can upgrade to captain/commander depending on their seniority. This is determined by one's hours of flying experience and successful completion of various programs. Then one becomes a senior commander.

A pilot can get a job flying passenger and cargo flights for a domestic or international airline, or with organisations that maintain their own aircraft. With the sudden spurt in demand for pilots, on an average 10 pilots are required per aircraft. Private airlines are offering huge salaries for experienced pilots who have the endorsements required.

Essentially, a pilot's job is to fly an airliner, for long or short hauls. But besides this, they also have additional duties as follows:

Preparatory duties, like checking pre-flight plans before takeoff.
Checking the route that the aircraft has to fly along with meteorological information.
Plotting flight pattern and filing the flight plan with appropriate officials.
Obtaining and reviewing data, such as load weight, fuel supply, weather conditions, and
       flight schedule.
Ordering changes in fuel supply, load, route, or schedule to ensure flight safety.
Conducting preflight checks and reading gauges to verify that fluids and pressure are at
       prescribed levels.
Operating radio equipment and contacts control tower for takeoff, clearance, arrival
       instructions, and other information.
Coordinating flight activities with ground crew and air-traffic control, and informing crew
       members of flight and test procedures.
Conducting in-flight tests and evaluations, at specified altitudes, in all types of weather
       to determine receptivity and other characteristics of equipment and systems.
Logging information, such as flight time, altitude flown and fuel consumption.
Drawing up flight reports post-flight, which mention any equipment problems or general
       difficulties.

Salary scope
Commercial pilots get attractive remuneration and incentives, such as getting free/concessional tickets for the family. Once confirmed with the necessary endorsement, commercial pilots are paid handsomely. Entry-level pilots can earn up to Rs 1.5 lakh per month with domestic airlines and even higher on international routes. Senior pilots can earn in the vicinity of Rs 5 lakh upwards per month.

Pilots are also entitled to a range of benefits and allowances in addition to housing, medical and out-station allowances, as well as free/concessional air passages for their immediate family and dependents. This remuneration, compensates for the high cost of training.

Private jet pilot
With the increase in salary packages of those working for corporate India, there is one manifestation of this trend -- the tremendous growth in money available to charter aircraft to avoid commercial airlines and airports.

Charters are the segment of private aviation that allows one to pick up the phone to book a fancy private jet to fly oneself and one's colleagues, relatives or friends in comfort and style from Destination A to B.

You could work as a pilot for a corporate entity or a high networth individual with their own aircraft.
There are generally no fixed travel routes and timings. One has to be ready to adjust to the irregularity in these areas.

Salary scope
Big money is now pouring into the private aviation market, and new players are setting up shop. There's a saying in the private-jet business: If you have to ask the price, you can't afford it. This should give some indication about the salary scope of a private-jet pilot where, figuratively speaking, sky is the limit. Business jet owners often pay the same salaries to pilots and engineers as the large airlines. According to a recent report in a national daily, the cost to company for an experienced pilot is now about Rs 50 lakh per annum, and Flight Commanders are difficult to find even at these salaries.Due to the shortage of pilots in India, students from flying schools are being instantly absorbed.

About the DGCA
The DGCA is the regulating authority on all matters dealing with aviation in the country. It is responsible for implementing, controlling, and supervising airworthiness standards, safety operations, and crew training in India. This department holds examinations for pilots, and grants flying licenses. Basically, it controls civil aviation in the country.



EDUCATION LOANS
Traditionally, flying schools admitted students from affluent families. However, the trend is changing now. Flying schools as well as airlines have reported an increase in the number of students from middle-class families. For instance, around 50 per cent of pilots from Spice Jet's new batch are from middle-class families.

Education loans have enabled the dreams of aspiring pilots from middle-class families to take wings.

Bank Loans
Pilot training now features in the top three categories of education loans, along with MBA and hotel management.
Around 45 per cent of the educational loans furnished by Centurion Bank of Punjab in a month are for pilot training.
Many other nationalised banks grant educational loans to pursue commercial pilot training courses, the details of which can be obtained directly from such banks.
Corporation Bank also offers and Educational Loans for Commercial Pilot Training both within and outside India.
Other banks which offer student loans are State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Syndicate Bank and Punjab National Bank.



Frequently Asked Questions

Is it hard to learn to fly?
No. People of all shapes and sizes, ages and abilities have learned to fly. It’s fun, and from the beginning of your training, you get to do most of the actual flying! On the practical side of it ”While flying isn’t a difficult skill to learn, you’ll have to be willing to stick with it until you meet all the requirements. How many lessons do I have to take before I solo?

It depends on you. There is no set number of lessons or hours of flight training. Your instructor must make sure you have learned to perform certain maneuvers before allowing you to solo. These maneuvers include safe takeoffs and landings. You must use good judgment when flying and be able to keep control of the aircraft.

Also, you’ll have to get a medical certificate and a student pilot’s certificate to fly solo. Is flying safe? Yes. A well-built and well-maintained aircraft flown by a competent and prudent pilot is as safe as or safer than many other forms of transportation.

If engine failure occurs, what will happen?
Modern aircraft engines are reliable and failure rarely occurs. However, your lessons will cover what to do in this situation, including selecting a good landing area and safely landing.

When do I need a medical certificate?
You need a medical certificate before flying solo in an airplane, helicopter, gyroplane, or airship. We suggest you get your medical certificate before beginning flight training. This will alert you to any condition that would prevent you from becoming a pilot before you pay for lessons.

If required, how do I get a medical certificate?
By passing a physical examination administered by a doctor who is an DGCA authorized Class II aviation medical examiner.

Where can I get a list of DGCA -authorized aviation medical examiners?
The DGCA publishes a list on its website by name and address
at http://www. dgca.nic.in/medical/class2-ind

Must I carry my medical certificate when I am flying solo?
Yes.

How long does learning to fly take?
Learning to fly is not difficult, but it does requires study and practice. Federal Aviation Regulation Part 61 itemizes the things you must learn and requires a minimum of 40 hours of training (20 with an instructor and 20 solo) to earn a private pilot certificate. Few people complete their training in the minimum time, however; most people take 60-80 hours. If you learn to fly at a FAR Part 141 school, the FAA minimum is 35 hours, and most people take 50-60 hours.

How long it will take you depends on how often you fly.
If you do anything every day, you'll learn it quicker than doing it once or twice a week because you won't have to "relearn" what you "forgot" between lessons. If you fly every day, you could possibly earn your certificate in 50-60 hours flown in a month or so. If you can only fly part time, it may take you a year or more, and more than 80 hours to earn your private ticket.

What's the difference between Part 61 and 141?
Whether you train under Part 141 or Part 61, you'll learn the same things and take the same FAA tests. The only real difference will be the order in which you learn things. Part 141 schools must use a structured curriculum that teaches skills in a specific order. If you fly every day, this curriculum ensures the effective, efficient use of your training time. Part 61 schools are not bound to a structured curriculum (many Part 141 schools also train under Part 61); they can rearrange the order in which you learn things to suit your schedule, which benefits those who can only fly on weekends and evenings.

How long does a lesson last?
While most lessons are based on a 1-hour flight, they may take 2 hours >from start to finish because there's more to it than flying. There are pre- and post-flight discussions, where you and your certificated flight instructor (CFI) talk about what you're going to do, how you did, what you did well, what needs work, and what you'll do on your next lesson.

Will I get airsick?
Maybe. If you do, it will most likely come early in training, when you're getting used to the new sensations of flying. The important thing is to not worry about it. In most cases, if you are affected, it will quickly pass as you get comfortable. Let your instructor know how you feel, look out the window, and open an air vent. If the feeling persists, discuss the use of anti-motion sickness drugs with an aviation medical examiner. They can help you over the rough spots, but you should only take them when flying with your instructor.

How safe is it?
General aviation is as safe as any other mode of travel, if not safer. You don't need a parachute because airplanes (and helicopters) do not fall out of the sky, even if the engine stops. An aircraft without an engine, even if it's supposed to have one, is a glider. If an engine quits, for example, the most common cause is because the pilot ran out of gas. In other words, flying is as safe as you make it. How to fly safely, and to deal with the rare emergencies that are beyond the pilot's influence, will be covered in your training.