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Indian Commerical Pilot License Programme (CPL)
We are proud to announce Skyborne’s brand new Indian CPL programme.
Skyborne’s Indian CPL programme offers you an exciting route to the flight deck of any Indian airline. With our US DGCA-approved course, you will experience an international training experience that incorporates the very best training facilities, fleet and instruction available.
All training is conducted in accordance with DGCA standards, with flight time, course content, and instructional methods aligned to support license conversion and airline employment requirements.
Register your interest today for this exciting new programme.
Eligibility Requirements
Before you apply, please check that you meet the eligibility criteria below.
You will be required to meet the following criteria before you begin your training with Skyborne.
If you do not meet the mandatory education or age application requirements yet, you can still register your interest by clicking the REGISTER INTEREST button, so we can send you timely information about the programme.
- Education
Applicants must possess an education level of 10+2 with minimum score of 50% individually in each subject i.e., Physics / Mathematics / English.
- CITIZENSHIP
- Indian National or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) holder
- Eligible to hold a US Visa for the purpose of study at technical school (M1 visa)
- MEDICAL
You must hold a current and valid DGCA Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate and obtain a US FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate before you commence your flight training.
- Age
You must be aged 18-40 on the first day of the selection process.
- Language
You must be fluent in English – both written and spoken. As a guide, you must be proficient enough to achieve IELTS level 5.5 minimum, or equivalent English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) test score.
English will be tested at the Selection stage.
- Background
It is mandatory to complete the following DGCA CPL theory exams - Air Regulations, Meteorology and Navigation, along with the Technical Specific Paper (C172R) before you commence the selection process.
Key Features
The benefits of training with Skyborne Airline Academy include:
WORLD CLASS FACILITIES
Purpose built training centre and state-of-the-art simulators in Vero Beach. Florida, U.S.
FANTASTIC LOCATION
The opportunity to train in Florida, U.S, with year-round sunshine and flying opportunities.
Course Breakdown and price
$94,300
USD
- 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
Overview
Skyborne’s Indian CPL Programme is delivered through a structured and time-efficient 12 month schedule. This comprehensive pathway allows you to advance from no prior flying experience to FAA Commercial Pilot certification in both Single-Engine and Multi-Engine aircraft, including Instrument privileges, delivering the certifications, technical proficiency, and operational mindset expected by commercial airlines.
This full-time, all-inclusive training programme includes:
Teacher led instruction in the classroom at Vero Beach, Florida
The best training possible on our fleet of Piper aircraft and Redbird simulators
Written exam, flight license conversion, in India
Books, study guides, and computer-based training modules
Selection Process
We review all online applications and subject to you meeting our entry criteria, you will be invited to complete our initial web-based selection process. This is a series of online psychometric, numeracy and aptitude assessments.
We use the AON assessment tool to help determine whether or not you have the core competencies needed to successfully commence the course.
The next stage of the selection process will be to attend an interview with Skyborne.
SPECIAL OFFER: The first 50 applicants will receive a FREE assessment worth $150 USD.
Following the first 50 applications, there will be a non-refundable one-time assessment fee of USD $150. The selection process will start as soon as the assessment fee has been paid.
US Campus Tour
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