Entry Requirements

Age

A candidate must be at least 18 years of age to commence his APTL (A) training.

Academic

The integrated course is intense and demanding. In order to cope with the breadth and speed of delivery of the course, candidates need to be capable in Mathematics, English and Science based subjects. A minimum of five GCSE passes at level C or above (or equivalent) including English, Mathematics, and at least one science subject is necessary. Although not essential, Physics is highly desirable.

English Language

Instruction and all ground school exams are in English and of a technical nature. Sufficient written and oral English language is a prerequisite.

Furthermore, in accordance with ICAO Language Proficiency requirements, Pilots who use English in R/T communication on international routes must be assessed as ICAO English Language Level 4 (Operational) or above.  This must be confirmed by successful completion of an airline industry approved test.

FTE is able to provide an English language assessment as part of the selection process to ensure that students have the required level of English for all elements of flight training. Intensive Aviation English Courses are also available at FTE for those students who might require them.

Aptitude

Aptitude tests are conducted by FTE in order to provide an assessment of suitability for pilot training. These tests include several written tests covering Maths and Physics, Numeracy and Verbal and Numerical Reasoning, and also a computer based assessment of manipulative and cognitive aptitudes.

Successful completion of the aptitude testing is compulsory for entry to FTE.

In addition, FTE is able to provide assistance with a full pilot selection program, which can be tailored to the specific requirements of any airline.

Medical

A UK CAA issued Initial JAA Class 1 medical is mandatory to commence training.

The medical must be conducted at the UK CAA´s Gatwick facility.

It is suggested that you make an appointment well in advance and be prepared for a full day of testing.

You can contact the CAA medical unit as follows contact:

• Phone: 00 44 1293 573 682, or
• e-mail: medicalweb@srg.caa.co.uk

Should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Previous Flying Experience

A lower cost syllabus, with a reduction of 20 hours single engine flying is offered to students holding a PPL. This alternative syllabus is only available subject to confirmation by FTE´s CFI. If you hold a PPL and want further information about the possibility of selecting this option you should seek details of eligibity from FTE.

Training Programme

• Single Engine - 118 hours - Warrior PA28
• Twin Engine - 32 hours - Seneca III PA34
• Training Device - 8 hours - (FRASCA 141)
• Training Device - 40 hours - (FNPT2)
• Multi Crew Co-operation (MCC) - 16 hours - (B737-800 STD 2A/3A)
• Ground school - Approximately 800 hours of classroom instruction

Fees and Payment

Our course price is an all inclusive price and includes all the following components:

• FTE training fees - ₤63,214, (VAT included) including:
  • All flight instruction and flying/simulator hours shown on the Training Programme page
  • All ground theory instruction
  • Full uniform (except shoes)
  • All required training materials
  • Landing and navigation fees
• FTE accommodation fees- ₤15,740, (VAT included)
  • Single room accommodation with en suite facilities for 60 weeks
  • 3 meals per day
  • Crew Room access (coffee and snacks available at no extra cost)
  • Free 24 hour access to Internet
  • No additional accommodation charge in the unlikely event of course being delayed due to weather
  • VAT
• UK CAA fees - ₤2,046 including
  • First attempt at all 14 JAA ground theory exams
  • First attempt at all CAA regulated flight tests
  • Renewal of the JAA Class One Medical

Our all-inclusive price is ₤81,000

Points to Highlight

The emphasis of the syllabus is to assist students to achieve maximum performance during this intensive course. The syllabus supports the philosophy of training towards the goal of airline pilot rather than simply achieving the license. With course sizes limited to a maximum of 14 students, FTE is able to deliver very personal attention to the individual needs of each customer. Courses begin most months of the year in order to provide additional flexibility of choice. Other highlights include the following.

• No previous flying experience necessary
• Full accommodation and meals included
• Excellent local weather plus cultural and leisure facilities
• Course duration typically 60 weeks, and
• Extreme unusual attitude recovery (Upset) and Jet Orientation Course (JOC) training available on request

Provisional Courses Start Dates

• Friday, 30th July 2010
• Friday, 17th September 2010
• Friday, 15th October 2010
• Friday, 12th November 2010