courses to become a Pilot

To become a commercial pilot, there is a specific eligibility criteria which you should first be aware of. This is decided on what subjects have you taken in class 12th. It requires PCM to be a pilot. And, even if you have not opted for the same, then you can appear separately for these subjects and become eligible.Further, you should be aware that you are medically fit to be a pilot, so I would suggest you to visit http://www.dgca.nic.in/medical/medical-ind.htm and go to the class 2nd examiners tab to find out doctors who will examine you for initial fitness. You can visit any doctorate from the list as per your convenience. Once you are done with Class 2nd medical, find out a suitable flying club for you as per your convenience. You can fly in India or abroad. I would suggest you fly in India. Besides finding the club, be aware that you will have to appear for:
1. Air Navigation
2. Aviation Meteorology
3. Air Regulations
4. Aviation Technical
5. Aircraft Specific
6. Radio Telephony
Here, 1-5 are conducted by DGCA and 6 is conducted by WPC. Prepare for these subjects and appear, as exams are conducted every quarterly. For preparation, flying club will help you or there are private instructors available in metro cities as well. You will fly for 200Hrs + Clear DGCA and WPC exams + Clear Class 1st medical, then you shall get your CPL. The next license is ATPL, which you shall be able to apply for once. You will then have to probably fund or self-sponsor your type rating on whatever fleet you are selected in an airline. Then, you finally get a job as a pilot. I hope the process is well explained to you. CPL is an expensive affair. It might cost you around Rs.18-20 Lacs for flying + DGCA exams Rs.500/- each exam + Medicals for Rs.10,000 + endorsements and license issue fees around Rs.25k + Type Rating around Rs.15 Lacs. So, decide wisely before you enter the field.

Flying schools charges are based on fuel prices, fleet, instructors, navigational facilities available, ground classes and the infrastructure available.
Fees is irrespective of the location of the flying school.
There are many flying clubs in India that offer CPL training, the once which you should try firstly are as under:
1. Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Udaan Academy -http://igrua.gov.in/FinancialAssistance.htm
2. CAE Gondia -http://www.caeoaa.com/gondia/#.Wjok-5_hXqA
3. Chimes Aviation -https://www.caaindia.com
4. AAA Aviation -http://www.aaa.co.in
5. Nagpur Flying Club - Hangar No. 1, Wardha Rd, Near Airport, Adcajent to DBAI Airport, Sonegaon, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440005
6. MPFC Indore -http://www.mpfc.in
7. BFC , Mumbai -http://thebombayflyingclub.com
8. MPFC Bhopal -http://www.mpfc.in
The fee structure is not fixed hence. Still for Cessna 152 the per hour charge is approximately INR 7000 - 9000.
For Cessna 172 it ranges from INR 9000 - 11000.
And for most multi engine aircrafts the per hour charge ranges from INR 15000 - 20000.
You will have to complete 200 hours to get a CPL license issued by DGCA India.
The accommodation, transportation and documentation charges are paid above the per hour charge. So decide wisely.
Good luck.

Dear Kiran,
Eligibility Criteria for CPL (Commercial Pilot Licence)
Candidate must be aged at least 18 years.
Able to understand, speak, read and write English for Commercial Pilot License.
Must have acquired Private Pilot License or must fulfill its requirement to obtain it.
200 hours of flying along with PPL 60 hours is required.
Medically fit.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates must have to clear the entrance exam before joining the course. Candidates must passed Bachelor's degree like Engineering with Physics and Maths subject of 55% marks along with 10+2 examination. Pilot aptitude test will be conducted during entrance exam. After clearing that, direct interview will be conducted by an Interview Control Board.

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