FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q.    What is the entry-level qualification for a pilot to join an airline and what does he join as?

A:   The min. requirement that any airline generally wants is a pilot to have is a basic Commercial Pilots License, with an Instrument Rating and preferably a Multi Engine rating. When the pilot joins an airline, he joins as a trainee pilot and then he undergoes the various training program conducted by the airline as per their requirements. Once successfully completing theses training programs one is released to fly as a first Officer (often called as Co- Pilot).  

 Q.    Can I join this course if I have studies Commerce or Arts?

A:    Yes u can definitely join this course and pursue a career as an airline pilot provided you have cleared the 10+2 level exam from a recognized board. But in the case of Commerce or an Arts Student, he/she will have to appear for an isolated paper in math’s and physics at the 10+2 level from a recognized education board.

Q.    Is the FAA, CAA, JAA  or  Indian CPL valid anywhere else in the world?

A:    Yes, Certainly the FAA, CAA or  Indian CPL is valid all over the world and it is fully convertible to a license of any other country as per the rules of that country.

Q.    How does an Airline Choose its Pilots ?

A:    Usually an airline will place an ad in the leading newspaper of the country and then call for applications, Once received they will then short list the candidates for a written exam, if successful in the written exam they would want them to undergo a IPT test (Instrument Practical trainer test) which is done on a basic procedure trainer like the ATC 710. The last block is that of a personal interview which is conducted to assess the individual’s personality and temperament. (May differ from employer to employer)    

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