frequently asked questions

We are actively accepting applications now.

You must be aged 18-40 on the first day of the selection process.

You must be between 18 to 40 years at the time of application.

You must have education level equivalent to 10 + 2 with at least 50% in each of English, Maths and Physics.

You must be an Indian National or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) holder.

You must have cleared the following DGCA exams

1. Air Regulations
2. Aviation Meteorology
3. Air Navigation

Clearance of the Radio Telephony Restricted exam is preferred. 

For more information on the eligibility criteria, take a look at the course programme page.

You must hold a current and valid DGCA Class 1 Medical Certificate and obtain a US FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate before you commence your flight training.

No, all applicants must have the education level equivalent to 10+2 with at least 50% in each of English, Maths and Physics. NIOS mark sheet and certificate are accepted with a minimum score of 51% in Mathematics, Physics and English individually.

Following your application, if you meet the eligibility criteria, you will go through a screening process with our Recruitment Team.

Once your application has been verified, you will be invited to take the Skyborne selection process. 

There is a non-refundable one-time assessment fee of USD 150. The selection process will start as soon as the assessment fee has been paid to Skyborne. SPECIAL OFFER: This fee will be waived for the first 50 applications.

It is in your best interest not to prepare for the online testing. It is designed to identify whether you have the basic aptitude to successfully complete your course of training with Skyborne.

Preparing for the test will increase the risk of masking your true aptitude (natural ability to meet the competencies required to pass the course). However, you can look at the types of tests you will undergo by accessing the cut-e testing site at: https://assessment.aon.com/en-us/online-assessment/practice-assessments.

These are not the exact tests you will be attempting, but they will give you an idea of what to expect.

This is a full-time 12-month course.

There is no fee to register your interest in the programme. There is an assessment fee of USD 150 providing you are eligible to apply.

Yes, there is a non-refundable one-time assessment fee of USD 150. SPECIAL OFFER: This fee will be waived for the first 50 applicants.

The selection process will start as soon as the assessment fee has been paid to Skyborne.

$95,000 USD

This is a full-time, all-inclusive training programme structured to give you everything you need as efficiently as possible. As such, our Indian CPL Programme includes:

• Training cost for the mandatory number of hours required for dual FAA and CPL licenses
• Equipment and training materials e.g.
  
  • iPad / Headset
  • ForeFlight subscription
  • Training glasses
  • VFR charts
  • Safety vest
  • Logbook
  • GAT’s fuel tester
  • E6B Flight Computer
  • Kneeboard
  • RJ1 plotter
  • Flight bag / case
  • Small Gleim logbook / Gleim private online code
• Multiple sets of uniform
• Return flights to the USA
• Logistical support at Vero Beach, Florida
• Plus much more

No. Accommodation is not included in the course cost. You can enquire about accommodation options through our partners with our Flight Training Team. 

As of now, Skyborne does not provide provision for financial aid or scholarship.

The full course will be conducted in Vero Beach, Florida US.

We have monthly intakes on the first Monday of every month throughout the year.

On completion, you will receive a dual FAA and CPL license.