Commercial Pilot License
Introduction
Available Countries
United States of America
A commercial pilot is a person who holds a commercial pilot certificates this is issued via the Federal Aviation administration (FAA),that is earned through finishing of all essential training to be given a Commercial pilot certificate through the FAA. Having a Commercial pilot license gives the right to act as a pilot of an plane and be paid for his/her work.
The primary necessities to acquire the license and the privileges it confers are agreed universally by the International Civil Aviation employer (ICAO). however the actual implementation varies pretty extensively from a nation to nation.
Eligibility For Indian Students
- ▹ To be at least 18 years old
- ▹ To have at least Class 2 Medical certificate
- ▹ To have at least a Private Pilot License (FAA PPL(A))
- ▹ To be proficient in the English language
- ▹ 10+2 Physics and Mathematics or its equivalent (10+ 3 Years diploma)
Note: Students who doesn't have Mathematics, Physics, shall appear for NIOS exams. Should pass Class I medical exams through approved Medical Examiner Appointed by Civil Aviation Authority.
Duration: 03 Months in India (Ground school)
Canada
This qualification permits you to accumulate remuneration in your flying activities and be pilot in command on aircrafts certified for single pilot operations or co-pilot (on large industrial aircrafts licensed for multi crew operations once kind particular schooling is finished.)
A PPL is generally considered as a learner's license on the way to get a CPL.
Enrolment Prerequisites
- • A minimum of 200 hours total flight time and 100 hours Pilot in Command time including 20 hours in any Country
- • To be 17 Years of age
- • Class 1 Medical Certificate (obtained from a Civil Aviation Medical Examiner)
- • All previous flight time counts toward the Commercial Pilot course
- • Time Building may be required to reach the required time
Flight Time Breakdown
35 hours dual flight time:
- • 5 hours of Dual flying in any Country
- • 20 hours of instrument time
- • 5 hours dual night
30 hours solo flight time:
- • 25 hours of general practice
- • 5 hours solo night
- • 300 NM cross country with 3 airport landings
Course Details
- • 65 hours of flight training
- • 80 hours of ground school
- • Night Endorsement included
- • VFR-over-the-Top training
- • Transport Canada Written and Flight test required
FAQs
How fast can I get it done?
Training is at the student's pace and convenience. The course will take less than a year if full time, longer if part time.
Do I need to pay full program cost up front?
No, you will pay as you go and be charged by "flight time".
Can International Students work in Canada after finishing CPL Training?
Yes, if you complete your CPL flight training under a student visa/permit, you are eligible to apply for work permit and work in Canada.
New Zealand
In case you are starting from scratch the primary element you want to do is get a personal Pilot Licence. In total you will must fly a minimum requirement of 200 hours flight time, so after you've got gained your Private Pilot License(PPL) you want to build up a further 150 hours flight time.
Approximately 40 hours of this will need to be advanced flight training in guidance to your CPL flight test. The remaining time can be made up of a combination of recreational flying and training both for pleasure e.g. aerobatics, or for the advancement of your flying capabilities.
Entry Requirements
- • Hold a Private Pilot Licence
- • Hold a Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate
- • Be at least 18 years old
- • Gain a minimum of 200 hours of total flight time fixed wing
- • Pass the six theory subjects that are part of the course curriculum
- • Pass a cross country navigation flight test
- • Pass a practical flight test at the conclusion of your training
Theory Exams
6 theory exams at CPL level:
- • Navigation
- • Meteorology
- • Aviation Law
- • Aircraft Technology
- • Principles of Flight
- • Human Factors in Aviation
Training Excellence
We are able of educate CPL students in all the areas required for his or her flying career. We have the plane and experience required to train students for Instrument Ratings, Multi-Engine ratings, and Instructor rating, along side every other Ratings a student may be interested in.
South Africa
This qualification lets in you to acquire remuneration for your flying activities and be pilot in command (on aircrafts certified for single pilot operations or co-pilot (on large commercial aircrafts licensed for multi crew operations once type specific education is finished.)
A Private Pilot License is generally seen as a learner's license in order to obtain a Commercial License.
Requirements (Incl. IR)
- Age: Must be 18 years of age
- Medical: Hold a Class I medical certificate
- Radio: Pass a General Radio License exam
- Flight Time: Minimum of 200 hrs total (45 hrs from PPL, 10 hrs from NR, 100 hrs PIC hour building, 45 hrs Dual instruction)
- Exams: Pass 8 online CPL examinations at CAA (75% pass mark)
- Flight Test: Complete a CPL General Flight Test in an Advanced Type aircraft
Course Duration
The training can be completed in 12 months if you are a full time student, or can be completed over a longer period as a part time student. The training schedule is built around each student's availability and budget.
With the Commercial Pilot License (CPL) you open career opportunities for yourself in the aviation sector and also you can fly anywhere in the world, taking your friends and family along on your journey.
Philippines
A commercial pilot license (CPL) is a qualification that permits the holder to be as a pilot of an plane and be paid for his/her work. It is obtained with the aid of efficiently completing the course a direction with as a minimum 150 hours of general flight time and by passing 10 written exams and efficiently demonstrating flying abilities to an examiner all through a flight check or check ride (which includes an oral examination).
CPL may be obtained after a successful the completion of PPL.
Training Program
- • CPL (Cessna 152): 135 hours
- • CPL (Cessna 172): 15 hours
- • Duration: 9 months
- • Total Flying hours: 150 hours
- • Ground Schooling: 265 hours
Minimum Requirements
- • Age: At least 16 years old
- • Medical: Class 2 (corrective lens accepted)
- • Language: Read, write and speak English
- • CAAP English proficiency exam required
Required Documents
Australia
In Australia, we offer our international students a Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) as the quickest and most direct route to a career in aviation. This an intensive course is approved by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and has been designed in conjunction with industry to ensure that upon completion you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to fly as a professional pilot.
150-Hour Course
Integrated program (full time):
- • 70 hours as pilot in command (PIC)
- • 20 hours cross country as PIC
- • 10 hours instrument flight time (IF)
- • Must complete within 2 years
200-Hour Course
Non-integrated program:
- • 100 hours pilot in command (PIC)
- • 10 hours instrument flight time (IF)
- • Aids in meeting overseas requirements
- • Must complete within 2 years
Entry Requirements
- • 17 years of age upon enrolment, 18 years to sit flight test
- • International students: IELTS overall 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent
- • Completion of Year 12 English or equivalent
Theory Training
Training Aircraft
United Arab Emirates
A commercial pilot license (CPL) is a qualification that permits the holder to act as the pilot of an aircraft and be paid for his/her work.
Primary Entry Requirements
- • High school or equivalent as minimum education
- • Good command of the English language
- • Minimum age 17 year to enrol, 18 years to obtain licence
- • Class I Medical certificate by UAE GCAA physician
- • Security clearance prior to commencing flight training
- • Personal interview with flying school enrolment committee
CPL with Ground Class
Training Program (16 weeks)
- Phase 1 (Weeks 1-12): Theoretical Knowledge Instruction (289hrs) including internal and GCAA exams
- Phase 2 (Weeks 13-16): Flight Training (15 hours) on Multi Engine DA42
Course Enrollment
- • Valid GCAA PPL(A)
- • Valid Class I Medical
- • 50 hours PIC
- • Basic Instrument Certificate
- • 20 hours Cross Country as PIC
- • Night Qualification
License Issuance
- • Minimum 18 years old
- • 200 hours total flight time
- • 100 hours as PIC (20 hrs cross-country)
- • 5 hours night flight
- • 10 hours instrument instruction
- • 6 hours multi-engine
CPL without Ground Class
Training Program (3 weeks)
- • DA-42 Type technical training
- • Flight Training (15hrs Multi Engine)
- • Requires Valid GCAA ATPL Distance Learning Theoretical Knowledge Certificate
Total Duration: Approximately 9 weeks
France
The EASA Commercial Pilot License is a qualification that permits the holder to act as the pilot of an aircraft for remuneration and act as co-pilot (First Officer) in commercial air transportation, as pilot-in-command, co-pilot of any airplane engaged in operations other than commercial air transportation or as pilot-in-command in commercial air transportation of any single-pilot airplane. The Commercial Pilot License training is usually one of the last steps in becoming a professional pilot.
Entry Requirements
- • Must be at least 18 years old
- • To be Private Pilot License(PPL) holder
- • Must hold a valid DBS basic disclosure certificate
- • Hold a Class 1 Medical Certificate
- • Have a valid ICAO PPL
- • Have passed all theoretical knowledge ground examinations to ATPL or CPL level
- • Hold a night qualification
- • Have completed 150 hours flight time as a pilot (70 hours as pilot in command)
- • Have flown 300nm cross country, with two landings at aerodromes different to that of departure
- • Have a multi-engine piston class rating
- • To have your theoretical exams passed
- • To be proficient in the English language
- • To have sufficient knowledge of Mathematics and Physics
Course Structure
You will complete a minimum of 35 hours flying which includes a mixture of dual, single and multi engine flight training. Exact training hours will depend on your previous flying experience.
Training Aircraft
- • Diamond DA40
- • Diamond DA42
- • FNTPII DA42 Simulator