Career Guidance for Prospective and Current International Pilots [ CPL, CFI, ATPL Holders]
Dear Fellow Pilot,
Wishing You a Very Happy Take Off !
Before you take decision to become an International Airlines Pilot you must read
following dos and don't for Pilots.
We have included this section to help and explain the opportunities available to
those Trainees who continue to work towards the professional Pilot License level,
and there after how to get about with their "way forward" plans. I've also thought
it prudent to include some of the many pitfalls or setbacks that await the
financially unwary in what is otherwise a very honorable profession. Every country
has its own civil Aviation Department who manages Aviation activities. You must
make sure here we are talking about only civil Aviation industry Not defence
flying. If you are planning to become a fighter Pilot, Sorry I also can't help you
much.
Why should you become a Professional Pilot ?
- Passion
- Glamour
- Reputation
- Career
- Born Pilot [ Childhood Desire ]
Before you begin
Before you embark, it is most important that you get a assessment from your
country's "Civil Aviation Dept;" about the recognition of the license you are
hoping to get, Is the License fully recognized by your civil aviation when you
return back home., ..? Also read CAR [ Civil Aviation requirment ] throughly.
Know your Certificates :
- PPL
- CPL
- CFI
- ATPL
About the Airline Training Industry
Aviation worldwide is a recurring market and the industry is affected predominantly
by economics, politics and some part of the globe with acute terrorism..ect. 9/11
had a negative impact on the Airline industry, while in other regions tourism
sustained and some picked up and all the local Airlines and charter companies fared
rather well...Outside an Airline
Not all Pilots choose an Airline career. There are many other specialties just as
rewarding. Other areas available are crop spraying, although I don't recommend it
if you intend going the Airline route. Airlines prefer hiring pilots with multi-
crew, multi-engine experience from structured environments. Nevertheless – it is
well paid but obviously seasonal. Some crop sprayers alternate their work between
northern and southern hemispheres to work all year long. Possession of a
"Instructor Rating" will always assist you in gaining hours without any cost on
flying, this also help you to maintain your license currency at all times...
Contrary to popular belief, not everyone has the ability to become a professional
pilot. In fact, some people shouldn't fly at all! Not because they can't fly well -
but because they can't think well! Cocky, over-confident, egocentric pilots are not
desirable and tend to be short lived in this job. The saying "there are old pilots
and bold pilots – but no old bold pilots" is true. With the responsibilities and
consequences involved, you...
One small tip – guard your reputation well! Airlines do their homework
meticulously. Internationally this is a close knit community and if you have a
reputation as a heavy drinking Casanova or a flamboyant show-off, you can rest
assured the selection board will know about it before you arrive for the interview.
Better have some answers ready!
Remuneration
Obviously this is a difficult subject to generalise on as salaries vary extensively
around the world. Crop spraying is renowned as being a well paid job but this will
be cyclically dependant on the season and whether you are prepared to work in
outlying areas and switch hemispheres as...
Truly, the sky is the limit for pilots. Initially you will be employed as a Trainee
Pilot with a CPL certificate. Further training is imparted at the respective
Airlines' training centers, where Pilots are put through rigorous technical
training on various Aircrafts Simulators of the Airline.
Most of the private air lines recruit fresh CPL holders and pay them a stipend
during the training period, which could last for four or twelve months under the
supervision on a senior pilot. The first independent job is as a Co-Pilot. Once
confirmed with the necessary endorsement, commercial pilots are paid handsomely-
between USD 20000 - 30000 annual starting salary, and generous allowances like
housing, medical and outstation allowances as well as free confessional air
passages for immediate family and dependants.
Promotion to Captain / Commander will come after about 5-10 years of service.
Provided you have clear all Tests. The captain of an Aircraft has the total
responsibility for the Aircraft, crew and passengers.
A Pilot can get a job for flying passenger and cargo flights for a domestic or
international airline. Or with organizations that maintain their own aircrafts.
With the sudden spurt in demand for Pilots, since on an average 8 to 10 pilots are
required per Aircraft, private Airlines are offering decent salaries for
experienced Pilots who have the required endorsements.
I hope my advice goes some way in helping you make a decision about your future.
Obviously all the aspects cannot be covered in such a short section so if there's
any further advice you need please feel free to contact myself. I would try my best
to help you in your career path as Professional Pilot.
Approx Commercial Pilot Training Fees in Different Countries
Pilot Training in New Zealand NZ $ 65000
Description
Duration: 10 Months
Flying Hours 200 hrs
Multi Engine 15 hrs
Single Engine: 185 hrs
Simulator: 10 hrs
Ground School
Pilot Supplies
Exam Fees
License Fees
Pilot Training in Philippines : USD $ 40500
Total 200 Flight Hrs on SE Aircraft
Package cost : USD $ 40500
1.Private Pilot Training.
2.Commercial Pilot Training with Instrument Rating.
Food + Accomodation USD 2000
Pilot Training in USA $ 45000
Pilot Training in Canada CA$ 55000
Pilot Training in Sri Lanka US$ 52000
ALL FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Last but not least... Always remember Take off is optional but landing is
compulsory..
Happy Landings........
Capt Shekhar Gupta
C E O
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Q1. What is the syllabus for the entrance test ?
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Our entrance exam covers Only Basic English and GK of class XI and XII No
physics or Math syllabus.
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What is the procedure of Selection/Enrollment with Asiatic International
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Q3. After selection, what is the procedure for joining Asiatic International
Aviation Corp ?
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the mail of successful application.
A1.
A first officer is also referred to as a Co-Pilot. When a qualified
professional pilot joins an airline, he/she joins as a trainee till completion of
the type rating on the airline fleet. This type rating typically takes 6-8 months.
Upon completion, he/she flies the airplane under the command and supervision of the
Captain, functioning as an independent crewmember.
Q2.
When does one become a Captain?
A2.
After gaining adequate experience as a first officer and upgrading to an
Airline Transport Pilot License, one qualifies to become a Captain. Thereafter,
training of 6-8 months is required to obtain a PIC (pilot-in-command) rating for
that particular type of aircraft. It can take anything between 18 months to five
years, depending on the aircraft, the opportunity, the airline and your own effort.
Q3.
What is the salary of an airline pilot?
A3. In India, the salary of an airline pilot varies with the carrier and are close
to global scales. The gross salary for a qualified First Officer range between Rs
1,35,000 per month to Rs 2,40,000 per month and for a Captain between Rs 2,50,000
and Rs 6,00,000 per month. The salary depends on the airline you fly and the number
of hours/years of service. Normally the period of transition from a First Officer
to a Captain is 3-5 years.
Q4.
What are the job prospects?
A4. The job prospects in the airline industry are very bright at this point of
time. With the economy growing consistently, purchasing power is driving Indians to
fly. The importance of time over money is key to making a transition from the
railways to airlines as a primary mode of transport. Flying however is a universal
skill and once you have a few thousand hours under the belt, the world is open with
opportunities.
Q5.
Does one require special skills to be a pilot?
A5.
It requires a basic aptitude and good interpersonal skills to be a good
pilot. It also requires one to have reasonable basic numerical abilities, apart
from good reasoning and communication skills. A pilot's job requires working
closely with his colleagues, so good interpersonal skills are an asset.
Q6.
What is a flight like for a pilot?
A6.
Before a flight a pilot has certain pre-flight duties. He/she arrives at
the airport one hour before departure time and first has to sign a pre flight
medical to certify that he/she is fit to undergo the flight. This is followed by a
look at the weather and other flight information. After the pre-flight
preparations, one proceeds to the airplane for flight preparation. The heavy
workload periods are during departure and arrival. During the rest of the flight,
the airplane is flown on autopilot and the pilots basically monitor the flight
progress. A critical function of a pilot is good decision making. Decisions made
have to be knowledge based and require sound judgment.
Q7.
How difficult is it to get a job in the Aviation sector?
A7.
A job in the Aviation sector requires you to have the right attitude and
expectations. You must also be willing to put in some hard work - aviation is not
an industry that provides an easy path to a high paying job. You must be willing to
move to where the work is, and to accept that the industry operates 7 days a week,
365 days a year. Like any career - you cannot expect to walk straight from a
training course into the top jobs - you will need to start at the bottom and work
your way up.
Shall Asiatic International Aviation Corp take care of my VISA?
Asiatic International Aviation Corp, will be assisting you each and every step in
visa processing. It gives full fledged professional guidance in documentation for
VISA, and tackling VISA personal interview.
Particularly, for USA and CANADA VISA interviews, Asiatic International Aviation
Corp gives excellent professional visa guidance.
Shall Asiatic International Aviation Corp help in getting the Education Loan?
Yes, our students have got loans with almost all major nationalized banks. Now a
days, the banks have eased out the norms for educational loans. Asiatic
International Aviation Corp will be assisting you in loan documentation.
Shall Asiatic International Aviation Corp help in License Conversion Process?
Yes, Asiatic International Aviation Corp will assist you in procedures and
formalities for applying for conversion of license.
Is medical is compulsory to do this Pilot training?
Yes, Asiatic International Aviation Corp will give enrollment only with your DGCA
Class II medical report. You can get the nearest DGCA approved doctors phone number
and address from Asiatic International Aviation Corp.
When you do the Class II medical, it is better to do Class I screening test also.
DGCA has eased out the Class I appointment dates by appointing three major private
hospitals and you will get the desired dates after your training in abroad. However
to confirm to Class I medical standards, you need to undergo Class I screening /
mock test.
You have to note that you have to do the medical of the country which you plan to
go. So, you have to do that country medical also with the approved doctors. USA and
Canada approved doctors are already available in India. Asiatic International
Aviation Corp strongly recommends the students to do country specific medicals
before departure.
Indian DGCA is changing rules and regulations now and then, how do I know, as I am
in abroad ?
Asiatic International Aviation Corp will update you all these now and then. Asiatic
International Aviation Corp suggests all of its students to get in contact through
phone / email / chat.
What are the value added services given by Asiatic International Aviation Corp?
Asiatic International Aviation Corp gives value added services in the following
areas:
1. Getting Class II medical assessment from DGCA
2. Applying for Class I medical
3. Applying for 'File forwarding' to DGCA for Class I appointment
4. Applying for Computer Number
5. Applying for RT Exam/RT License Conversion.
6. Applying for Examination
Is it necessary to do ground class before I leave to abroad for Pilot training?
It is not at all necessary. Because, all these flight schools start training from
the fundamentals of aviation only. But, when compare to other countries, DGCA
examination will be hard. So, before you go for conversion examination, it is
better to undergo ground classes with experience instructors as per DGCA
examination point of view in India. Asiatic International Aviation Corp also offers
this training.
I do not have much English communication skill? Can I do this training?
To become a Pilot, English communication is mandatory. You can avail Asiatic
International Aviation Corp's assistance to get out of this problem
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