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Career as a Pilot | Aviation
Naief Khatri
Pilots can work for commercial airlines or the Military Aviation of India. Separate eligibility criteria exist for each.
Commercial Aviation handles the following:
- Passenger airlines
- Cargo planes
- International air services
- Air taxi charter operations
Military Aviation includes:
- The Indian Air Force
- Aviation arms of the Navy and Army
A surge in FDI in aviation has led to a corresponding surge in jobs.Â
The job of a pilot is one of the most rewarding in the sector though it requires:
- Intensive training
- Specialised knowledge of air navigation
- Interpretation of meteorological reports
- Working of sophisticated electronic and mechanical controls
Eligibility Criteria
There are no pilot courses in India. Usually it’s just study material and exams to pass. The exam is conducted by flying clubs and covers papers in:
- Air Regulations
- Aviation Meteorology
- Air Navigation Air Technical
Eligibility:
- Age of 16 yearsÂ
- Class X pass
- Medical certificate of fitness
- Security clearanceÂ
- Bank guarantee of Rs.10,000
Selection
An oral test is taken every month, followed by a medical. Air Force Central Medical Establishment (AFCME), Subroto Park, New Delhi & Institute of Aviation Medicine (IAM), Vimanpura Bangalore, are the final authorities for medical fitness.Once candidates clear the medical fitness test, they get the SPL and need to pass the Pilot Aptitude Test.
Private Pilot License
After SPL, the instructor accompanies the flier to actually teach the practical side of flying. This dual flight lasts 15 hours, though you need to clock in 60 hours, of which 20 hours need to be solo.
Theory Exam Topics:
- Air Regulations
- Aviation Meteorology
- Air Navigation
- Aircraft Engines
- Seamanship
Eligibility:Â
- 10+2 and Medical fitness certificate from AFCME OR IAM
- Minimum 17 years of age Â
Approx. Rs. 1000 for an hour of flying.
Commercial Pilot License
Further flying of 129 hours to a total of 250 hours will grant you a CPL.
Education Eligibility :Â
- XII (Physics and Maths)
- Right now the PPL Licence needs flying experience in the last 3 years
Eligible Age:Â 18 – 30 years
Medical Fitness:Â As granted by AFCME, New Delhi / IAM, Bangalore
Written Exam Testing:
- Air Regulations
- Aviation Meteorology
- Air Navigation
- Technical Â
- Planning
The exams are held 6 times a year.Â
Actual flying experience required:
- 250 hours of total flying time (150 hours solo, 25 hours  cross country)
- 10 hours of instrument flying
- 5 hours of night flyingÂ
Promotions usually come based on experience and vacancies only. Training never ends though. You must prove yourself proficient through tests thrice a year. The highest licence is the Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) – granting flying privilege to every type of aircraft. The licence must be renewed every 6 months.
Commercial Helicopter Pilots Licence(CHPL)Â need:
- The Private Helicopter Licence(PHPL), which needs 40 hours of flight training (15 hours solo)Â
- Clearing 60 hours of flight trainingÂ
- Written exam has to cleared
There is much demand in India for pilots in both private and public airlines. Indian pilots are also sought after abroad, and are well compensated.
The Story of a Pilot
Career Scope & Job Prospects
There is much demand in India for pilots in both private and public airlines. Indian pilots are also sought after abroad, and are well compensated.
Aviation Remuneration
The starting salary of a pilot is high enough: Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 1,50,000 p.m. The pay scale is based on grade level of the positions. Perks for pilots and first officers include benefits such as:
- Contributory provident fund
- Gratuity
- Medical facilities and free / concessional air passage
- Housing allowance
- Medical coverage
- Free / concessional air passage for immediate family and dependents.
Top Colleges/Institutes for Aviation Training
| College/Institute | Courses Offered |
| New Flight Services (India) Ltd, Indore | Mech. E. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (3 years) Endorsement Courses for CPL Holders (6 weeks) Flight Despatcher’s Course (12 weeks) Cabin Attendants Course (4 weeks) B.A.M.E.C/ Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence Training Programme (3 1/2 years) |
| Blue Diamond Aviation, Pune | |
| Asiatic International Aviation Academy, Indore | |
| Delhi Flying Club Ltd | |
| Indian Aviation Academy, Mumbai | Pilot Training |
| Livewel Academy | Airport Ground Services Air Hostess and Flight Steward Travel & Tourism (IATA Certified) Aviation Cargo Aviation Security Awareness Basic Hospitality & Customer Services Pilot Training (MPL) Flight Depatcher (to be launched) |
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