FSTC CADET PILOT PROGRAM

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

FSTC is among the very few organizations in India that provides the entire pilot journey under one roof. From laying a strong foundation through CPL Ground School, to hands-on Flying Training on modern aircraft, and finally advancing to Type Rating on commercial jets, every stage of a pilot’s career is seamlessly integrated. This end-to-end approach ensures cadets receive consistent training, guided mentorship, and world-class facilities throughout their aviation journey — eliminating the need to switch between multiple institutions.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

DGCA CPL + Type rating on your preferred Aircraft
CPL and Type rating under one roof
Course Duration: 18-24 Months
Complete hand-holding till you get hired with Airlines

Course Outline

COURSE DURATION: 18-24 MONTHS

PHASE 1

GROUND SCHOOL TRAINING: (MINIMUM 150 HRS)

The training includes theoretical classes for all the DGCA and Radio Telephony examinations.

Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Air Regulations
Technical General
Technical Specific (Single & Multi Engine)
Radio Telephony (RTR)

PHASE 2

FLYING TRAINING: 200 HRS

Practical training of 200 hrs. which includes:

185 hrs. on Single-Engine Aircraft (Cessna 172R/S & Piper Archer PA-28)
15 hrs. on Multi-Engine Aircraft (Tecnam P2006T & Diamond DA-42)
Instrument Rating
20 Hours of Simulator training of 10 hrs. on Single & 10 hrs. of Multi-Engine each

PHASE 3

TYPE RATING TRAINING

To provide holistic preparation, FSTC offers free airline preparation classes, GD/PI guidance, and complimentary simulator practice sessions before airline assessments. Finally, cadets can pursue Type Rating on an aircraft of their choice, ensuring a smooth transition into airline operations.

Become a future pilot

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

REQUIRED

EDUCATION:

10 + 2 with a minimum score of 50% in Physics, Mathematics, and English. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) mark sheets are accepted with a minimum score of 50% for those students who do not have Maths & Physics in 10+2. Also, for those students who pursued Diploma after 10th need to possess equivalency certificate issued by Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

AGE:

18 years (At the time of applying for CPL with DGCA)

MEDICAL:

Valid Indian DGCA Class I / DGCA Class II Medical certificate

POLICE VERIFICATION:

Possess a Criminal Record Check (CRC) Basic Disclosure Certificate.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE FLUENCY:

Minimum Aviation English Language Proficiency- Level 4