I will pass my 12th in 2017 & I want to become a pilot. Which exams do I need to write for it? How & where can I apply for the same?

Hi, In order to become a commercial pilot you must have completed your Class XIIth under the 10+2 system or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in mathematics and physics. Training in commercial flying can be taken with flying clubs, the Rashtriya Udan Academy, Private Flying academies. The training goes through 3 stages of license. The licenses have to be procured in the following order: 1. Student Pilot Licence. 2. Private Pilot Licence. 3. Commercial Pilot Licence After Class XI/XII (with PCM) students can apply for the SPL. On passing Class XII (PCM) they may enroll for the next licence -PPL. On getting the PPL training begins for CPL. Details of the Licences: Student pilot licence can be taken at flying clubs in every State. It is a theory exam. Eligibility - Age of 16 years minimum and pass in Class X. A medical certificate of fitness, security clearance and a bank guarantee is required. Selection - Candidates taking the SPL test have to appear in an oral examination on a fixed day every month. Candidates have to enroll a month before the examination. Selected candidates go through a medical test and the Pilot Aptitude Test. Private pilot licence is a practical training. A total of 60 hours of flying is needed of which 20 hours minimum should be solo and 5 hours cross country.There is a theory examination also. Commercial pilot licence requires flying training for 190 hours to complete 250 hours of flying. Some of the best institutes to pursue commercial pilot training program are: - Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Academy. - Assam Flying Club-Guwahati. - Flying Training Institute-Behala. - Hissar Aviation Club-Hissar. - Karnal Aviation Club-Karnal. - Kerala Aviation Training Centre Civil Aerodrome-Tiruvanthapuram. - Pinjore Aviation Club-Ambala.

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