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How to Become an Airline Captain?

If you are looking for a detailed process for Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) training in Bangalore, you have come to the right place. Here you can find all the necessary information on how to become an airline captain.

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Requirements for DGCA ATPL Training

Minimum Age

Candidates who are 21 years of age are eligible for ATPL.

Minimum Requirement

To be eligible for ATPL training in Bangalore, the candidate must have a valid CPL issued in India.

Proficiency in English Language

In order to pursue DGCA ground classes for ATPL, candidates should be able to understand, read and write in English.

Medical Fitness for DGCA ATPL Pilot Training

All candidates who wish to pursue pilot training must be proven medically fit. The assessment includes

Class 1 Medicals: The Class 1 medical assessment is mandatory for candidates to be eligible for ATPL. For the Class 1 medical examination by a DGCA-approved medical examiner, the candidates must provide the following documents

  1. Valid passport or national identity card
  2. Two recent passport-size photographs
  3. Medical history form
  4. Attested copies of educational and professional qualifications
  5. Attested copy of the valid pilot licence
  6. Attested copy of the valid medical certificate
  7. Attested copy of the valid medical fitness certificate
  8. Attested copy of the valid aviation medical examiner certificate
  9. Attested copies of the valid permits/endorsements
  10. Attested copy of the valid medical records

Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) Programme

The Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) ground training programme at KAPS Academy is suited for candidates wishing to be the Pilot in Command (PIC) or captain of a large aircraft. ATPL will be issued for candidates who clear their theory papers and complete the required flying hours.

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Theory Papers

KAPS Academy offers the best ground classes for ATPL theory papers. The theory papers for DGCA ATPL include:

  • Navigation
  • Meteorology
  • Air Regulations
  • Radio Aids & Instrument

These subjects cover all topics that enable the candidate to understand the fundamentals of flying and commanding an aeroplane.

DGCA conducts ATPL theory exams for all subjects 4 times a year. KAPS Academy offers the best ground classes for DGCA ATPL exams, thanks to our faculty with decades of experience in the aviation industry. Our ATPL mock exams are formulated to help you familiarise yourself with DGCA ATPL exams and make your preparations more effective.

Flying Hours

The DGCA mandates that candidates aspiring to become aeroplane captains have a minimum of 1,500 hours of flying time.

Below, you can find the minimum flight requirements by DGCA.

  • 1500 HOURS OF FLYING
  • 150 HOURS FLYING IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS
  • 500 HOURS AS PILOT-IN-COMMAND (PIC) OR AS CO-PILOT UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF CHECK PILOT
  • 200 HOURS AS PIC FOR CROSS-COUNTRY FLYING
  • 50 HOURS AS PIC FOR NIGHT FLYING
  • 1000 HOURS MINIMUM CROSS-COUNTRY FLIGHT TIME
  • 100 HOURS MINIMUM NIGHT FLYING
  • 100 HOURS MINIMUM INSTRUMENT TIME
  • 10 HOURS MINIMUM FLIGHT TIME IN LAST 6 MONTHS
  • VALID INSTRUMENT RATING
  • VALID FLIGHT RADIOTELEPHONY OPERATOR’S LICENCE
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ATPL Viva Guidance

We offer aspiring candidates the best opportunity to fulfil their dreams of becoming an airline captain through comprehensive mock sessions for ATPL Viva. As the ATPL viva concentrates more on practical aspects of flying, the active pilots in our faculty can help you gain valuable insights into the technical aspects and help you develop the confidence to face the interview.

FAQs

The DGCA ATPL Exam is an exam that analyses a candidate’s understanding of theoretical aspects of flying gained through ATPL training in Bangalore. The theory exams are conducted by the DGCA every year to help candidates aspiring to become captains be eligible for the ATPL. DGCA ATPL theory exams include subjects such as Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, and Radio Aids and Instruments.

You won’t be eligible for ATPL just by clearing the DGCA theory exams. Another essential requirement is having a sufficient amount of flying experience. For ATPL eligibility, the candidates must have a minimum of 1,500 hours of flying experience, divided among various parameters.

Yes, you will. At KAPS Academy, we ensure you are groomed well to attempt your ATPL Viva. We offer mock ATPL viva sessions and expert guidance to provide you with sufficient experience for the actual ATPL viva.

Yes, you can study ATPL theory papers while working as a pilot. At KAPS Academy, we make it possible for you to attend DGCA ATPL ground training classes at a time convenient for you. It ensures that you can take your career and training forward with ease.
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