Professional International Pilot Program
Professional International Pilot Program
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The objective of our professional international pilot program is to prepare international students for safe and effective careers as professional pilots. Students who complete the program will obtain their FAA commercial license and be ready to fly commercially as a pilot. Program includes all the required training for Private Pilot, Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot certificates. We also offer commercial multi-engine add-on training after completion of commercial single engine land course. Completion time is approximately 10-12 months. Admission requirements include holding an M-1 student visa issued by Sky Safety, FAA medical certificate (after arriving USA), completion of TSA approval and satisfy all requirements of the admission procedure. This program is approved and conducted under FAR Part 141.
Private Pilot
Initial stage of flight training, allows people fly an aircraft by themselves after completion.
2-4 Months
Instrument Rating
Next step after private pilot certificate. Learn to fly with avionics and flight equipments.
2-3 Months
Commercial Pilot
Provides advanced aeronautical training. A requirement to work for hire as a pilot.
Multi-Engine Add
Advanced training in a multi-engine aircraft ; get your multi-engine add-on rating
3-5 Months
3-4 Weeks
Enrollment Requirement
1. Student must be within 6 months of 18th birthday or older. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Be able to read, write, and speak English at ICAO level 4 for non-native English speakers.
3. Healthy physical condition, capable of getting a 1st Class FAA before solo flight.
4. Enroll as full time student and perform at least four flight or ground activities per week.
5. Obtain M-1 Visa issued by Sky Safety and TSA approval before flight training.
Program Cost
In general, the average total cost of our professional pilot program is $66,000. Cost includes 230 hours of single engine training and 20 hours of multi-engine training, ground instruction, exams and training materials. Upon completion, students are expected to have their FAA commercial certificate with multi-engine rating. Below is the breakdown of training cost. Additional expense may apply if students need extra hours to complete.
Private Pilot Certification Course
Dual Flight Cessna 172/152
Solo Flight Cessna 172/152
Dual ATD (Redbird MCX/TD)
Flight Academics
Flight Briefing
Hours
47.5
10
2.5
20
20
Commercial Pilot Certification Course
Dual Flight Cessna 172/DA-40 w/G1000
Solo Flight Cessna 172/152
Flight Academics
Flight Briefing
Hours
65
55
30
30
Ground School Courses
Private Ground School
Instrument Ground School
Commercial Ground School
Hours
42
42
42
Instrument Rating Course
Dual Flight DA-40 w/ G1000
Dual ATD (Redbird MCX/TD)
Flight Academics
Flight Briefing
Hours
33
7
20
20
Commercial Multi-Engine Add-on Course
Dual Flight PA 34/23
Flight Academics
Flight Briefing
Hours
20
10
10
Admission Process and Tuition Payment
To begin your professional pilot program, international students need to request an I-20 issued by Sky Safety and submit a $1,000 deposit to initiate enrollment. After arrival at US, student will submit a deposit and several monthly payment by following a payment schedule. Detailed admission process and tuition payment information please click here.
Student Life
At Sky Safety, we ensure our international students receives the best available training as well as enjoyabe student life. There are several apartment complex close to our airport and plenty of other housing options. Transportation is convinient as well, usually within 5 mins of driving from apartments.
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Flying isn’t a difficult skill to learn. It takes passion and dedication to makes this dream a reality. Contact us and get more information with an admissions specialist.