Career as an Airline or Commercial Pilot after 12th

Thinking of applying for a job as a pilot or commercial pilot after class 12? If your dreams are as high as the sky, you are always thinking about something beyond the clouds. You are quick on your feet. You are smart and ambitious, and you want to travel the world.

Thinking of applying for a job as a pilot or flight attendant after class 12? If your dreams are as high as the sky, you are always thinking about something beyond the clouds. You are quick on your feet. You are smart and ambitious, and you want to travel the world. The Dream Medicine team will be there to help you start your career on the right foot.

But before that, you must have the following knowledge about the job as a pilot or pilot after 12. In this blog, we discuss how to become a commercial pilot in India, what are the courses, graduation path, timeline and other important information.

Points to keep in mind for a Career as an Airline or Commercial Pilot after 12th-

Role of a Commercial Pilot:

A commercial pilot is an airline operator who specializes in the flight control of an airline whether it is commercial or private. They are also responsible for the safety and security of the aircraft and they must maintain a calm and composed state of mind during an emergency. As a commercial pilot, you are also expected to have good communication and leadership skills, as you are the most important person among the crew and passengers. You will also understand weather conditions and be able to maintain flight plans and navigation systems etc.

Qualifications or Eligibility criteria-

The aspirant should be min. 17 years of age with min. Aggregate marks of 50% in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) and English subjects from a recognized board of education. A commercial pilot usually retires at the age of 60-65 years of age. Apart from that, you’re required to give a physical or medical test after the entrance.

Entrance Exam after the 12th-

There are two options available for you in this regard-

Firstly, you can sit for competitive exams conducted by UPSC, NDA ( National Defence Academy), or the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam.

NDA and NA (I) Vacancy | 120 for Air Force

Important Dates | Release of Notifications on May 18, 2022. Online applications will be accepted on June 14, 2022.

For more information, visit UPSC official website.

Secondly, you can gain commercial pilot certification from a reputed and certified authority such as the Directorate of General of Civil Aviation in India.

Flying schools in India and their fee structure-

Top Flying schools | Fee structure

Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA) | ? 45 lac in full

Madhya Pradesh Flying Club (MPFC) | ? 8-9 lac per year

National Flying Training Institute (NFTI) | ? 35-38 lac in full

Ahmedabad Aviation and Aeronautics Ltd | ? 25 lac in full

There are also training schools and colleges approved by DGCA other than those mentioned above in this blog. Fee structure may vary by regulatory agency.

Rajiv Gandhi Aviation Academy

Government Flying Training School

Orient Flights Aviation Academy

Gujarat Flying Club

Scope of abroad studies-

Western countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada are hot spots for flight training and pilot certification programs. Generally speaking, on average, starting salaries for pilots range from $90,400 to $100,250. The decision to study abroad must be planned in a practical and efficient way. Applicants should keep in mind their financial needs and access to customs and application opportunities etc. Here are some of the best companies that offer fun learning programs for commercial pilots –

the University of Surrey - Air Transport Management MSc

Southern Utah University- Airplane Pilot B.S.

Southern Utah University- Helicopter pilot A.A.S.

the University of Pecs - Engineer Assistant- Airline Pilot

Middle Tennessee State University- Aerospace Professional Pilot B.S.

Conclusion

All in all, these are the main points that you should consider when choosing a job in the airline industry. However, you must understand that being a pilot is not only exciting and fun, but that it comes with a lot of work and rewards. You are responsible not only for the safety of passengers, crew and yourself, but also for the safety of the cargo. You should predict the weather and weather conditions and act accordingly. You are also expected to adapt quickly to different settings and situations. But don't worry, because the Dream Medicine Educon team is here to guide you all the way through your exciting career path to become a successful pilot. For that, you have to start early. So, contact us for more information or comment below.