Introduction to Aviation Courses

Suresh 12 years ago

All the ones dreaming about flying go ahead and read this to get an idea about the different aviation courses. Follow your dreams!

To make a career in the field of aviation, you can do various kinds of Aviation courses available in India, which feature specialized training in a wide range of subjects such as flying operation, aircraft maintenance, air traffic management, aviation safety, regulatory policies and technical aspects of flying.

The courses related to the aviation industry, if done from a recognized and prestigious institute, is highly beneficial to all those who wish to work in government or regulatory bodies of aviation, or be a part of the aviation sector in diverse job profiles. With the liberalization and privatization of airports, there is an unprecedented demand for manpower professional trained in aviation.

Types of Aviation Courses in India

Aviation being a broad field, there are many courses and training programs on offer for you. Depending on your aptitude and career interests, you can enroll in a suitable course offered by the Aviation institutes in India. The following list of aviation courses are offered in India:

1. Aviation Safety Training Instructor Courses
2. Flight Attendant Courses
3. Flight Deck Crew Courses
4. Pilot training in Indian Aviation
5. Commercial Pilot Training
6. Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Course
7. Cabin Crew and in-Flight Services
8. Air Hostess Courses

Aviation Job Profiles:

If you are interested in a career in Aviation sector, then look out for job opportunities suiting your interests and qualifications.

Jobs for Pilots: Candidates with training in flying may join any of the reputed airline companies in India or abroad as pilots. To become a commercial pilot in India, one has to first possess a Student Pilot License (SPL). To get the SPL those with 10+2 with science and aged at least 16 years should register at a flying club which is recognized by Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Government of India. Registration requires a medical certificate, security clearance and a bank guarantee. An oral examination in subjects such as Air Regulations, Aviation Meteorology, Air Navigation, Engine (technical and specific) follows the registration. Successful completion of the examination entitles you for an SPL certificate.

The second step is the Private Pilot License (PPL). PPL training includes sixty hours of flying of which about fifteen hours are dual flights, that is accompanied by the flight instructor and at least 30 hours of solo flights apart from five hours of cross-country flying. This makes one eligible for the PPL exam, which consists of Air Regulation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Navigation, Aircraft Engines and Seamanship. The prescribed age for appearing for this exam is 17 years and an educational qualification of 10+2 along with a medical Fitness Certificate issued by the Armed Forces Central Medical Establishment (AFCME).

A Commercial Pilot License may be obtained only after a PPL has been acquired. To obtain a Commercial Pilots License (CPL) 250 hours of flying (including 60 hours for the PPL) is necessary. Besides that you have to undergo a Medical Fitness Test which is held at New Delhi and an examination which consists of Air Regulations, Aviation Meteorology, Air Navigation, Technical, Planning, and communications in the form of Radio & Wireless Transmission. With the CPL, a pilot can take up any professional assignment.

Jobs for Aeronautical Engineers: Candidates with degrees in aeronautical engineering have excellent career opportunities in the aviation industry. Several aircraft manufacturers hire aeronautical engineers for entry level openings as well as senior positions.
Jobs for Air Hostess: This profession attracts smart and young women who love to do a lot of traveling and believe in hard work. Several companies offer lucrative pay packages and other facilities for the pleasure of their employees in this field of work.

Jobs in Airline Ticketing: Candidates with the requisite qualification may join any of the airline companies. The job includes reservation and booking of flight tickets for the customers. You will also have to help them in planning their route.

Customer Service Jobs: There is a great demand for young and hardworking people in this field. Customer satisfaction is the main priority for all the airlines today. Customer service executives are entrusted with the duty of looking after various problems and requirements of the clients.

Apart from these, one can also look out for job opportunities in administration, traffic regulation, cargo management, ground operations, aircraft maintenance and other areas related to this field.

Aviation Institutes in India:

India is home to a number of institutes that offer courses in various disciplines of aviation. Here is a list of some of the renowned aviation institutes in India:

1. Indian Institute of Aeronautics, Delhi