CPL / ME / IR
Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Our CPL program takes you beyond the basics, providing skills to operate aircraft for compensation. Master advanced flight maneuvers and navigation.
Prerequisites: Hold a valid PPL, meet required flight hours, and complete ground school curriculum.
Multi-Engine Rating
Enhance your skills handling complex aircraft with multiple engines. Learn specialized multi-engine operations techniques for greater versatility.
Prerequisites: Hold a CPL and complete additional multi-engine flight hours.
Instrument Rating
Learn to fly solely by reference to instruments, essential for low-visibility or night flights. Gain confidence navigating through clouds and challenging weather.
Prerequisites: Hold a CPL, accumulate specified flight hours, and complete advanced ground school.
Duration
10 - 12 Months
Eligibility
✈ DGCA Class I Medical Certificate – Required for the issuance of a CPL (Commercial Pilot License).
✈ Educational Qualifications – Must have completed 10th and 12th grades with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects.
✈ Minimum Age – You must be 17 years or older at the time of enrollment.
✈ Proficiency in English – Adequate competency in English, both written and spoken, is necessary for training and communication in aviation.
Flight Training & Theory Modules
✈ Flight Training Program
- Single-Engine Flight – 185 hours on aircraft like the Cessna 172, Tecnam, and Diamond DA-40.
- Multi-Engine Flight – 15 hours on aircraft such as the Piper, Diamond DA-42, and Tecnam.
- Simulator Training – 20 hours using advanced simulators like Red Bird and Diamond simulators for enhanced flight experience and procedures practice.
✈ Theory Modules
- Aviation Regulations – Comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations governing air traffic and pilot responsibilities.
- Meteorology – In-depth knowledge of weather patterns, forecasting, and their impact on flight planning and safety.
- Navigation – Mastery of navigation techniques, including chart reading, route planning, and position fixing.
- Technical General – Study of general aircraft systems, including flight controls, engines, and avionics.
- Radio Telephony (RTR) – Proficiency in radio communication procedures and protocols for effective aviation communication.
- Technical Specifications – Detailed study of specific aircraft systems and operations, focusing on different aircraft models used during training.
Application for CPL/IR/ME Programs
Applicant Information
Frequently asked questions
How many flying hours are needed for a CPL in India?
DGCA requires a minimum of 200 hours of flight time for a Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane). Our programme covers this with about 185 hours on single-engine aircraft and 15 hours on multi-engine aircraft.
Which DGCA exams do I have to pass for a CPL?
Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General and Technical Specific, plus the Radio Telephony (RTR) licence. You need a DGCA computer number to book these exams. See our guide to the DGCA pilot computer number.
What medical do I need?
A DGCA Class 2 medical to start, and a valid Class 1 medical for the issue of the CPL. Read the DGCA medical requirements before you begin training.
How long does CPL training take?
Our programme runs for about 10–12 months. The actual time depends on weather, aircraft availability and how quickly you clear the DGCA exams.
What do the IR and ME ratings add?
The Instrument Rating allows flying by reference to instruments in cloud and low visibility. The Multi-Engine rating qualifies you on twin-engine aircraft. Airlines expect both.
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