Which are the Pilot courses after the 12th?

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    Nishtha Chatterjee | Contributor-Level 10

    8 months ago

    Here are the main Pilot courses after the 12th in India that you can pursue to become a licensed pilot:

    Course Name

    Purpose

    Eligibility

    Commercial Pilot License (CPL)

    For those who want to become airline/commercial pilots

    12th with Physics & Math + DGCA Medical

    Private Pilot License (PPL)

    For personal flying, non-commercial

    12th pass + DGCA Medical

    Student Pilot License (SPL)

    Entry-level license for pilot training

    16 + years old + Basic written exam

    Glider Pilot License

    For operating non-powered aircraft (gliders)

    10th pass minimum + basic medical fitness

    Helicopter Pilot Training (CHPL)

    For those who want to fly helicopters

    12th with Physics & Math

    NDA – Indian Air Force Flying Branch

    For defense pilot training

    12th with Physics & Math + NDA Exam

    BSc in Aviation (with CPL)

    Academic + flying training combo

    12th with PCM + Admission Test/Interview

    Note: The information has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

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    Capt Ankur SA Pilot with Air India | Guide-Level 13

    7 years ago
    It is commercial pilot license Training. You need to understand that Pilot training is governed and regulated by DGCA and it is irrespective of the flying school you choose to train with. For becoming a commercial pilot, there is a specific eligibility criteria, which you should first be aware of. This is decided on what subjects have you taken in class 12th. It requires 50% in PCM to be a pilot. And, even if you have not opted for the same, then you can appear separately for these subjects and become eligible. Further, you should be aware that you are medically fit to be a pilot, so I would suggest you to visithttp://www.dgca.nic.in/m
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