Pilot Training FAQs
Straight answers on DGCA exams, CPL eligibility, medicals, course fees and how to start training as a pilot in India.
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FAQ About Pilot Training Institute
Answers to the most common questions for aspiring pilots and aviation students.
How long does it take to complete pilot training?
The duration varies depending on the type of pilot training: Private Pilot License (PPL): 6-12 months | Commercial Pilot License (CPL): 12-18 months | ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) Training: Additional experience after CPL
What is the salary of a commercial pilot?
Nobody can tell you honestly, and we will not pretend to. Indian airlines do not publish pilot pay scales, so no figure on any website can be checked against a primary source. Pay varies by rank, fleet, seniority, contract type and roster, and a large part of it is linked to hours flown — which DGCA caps at 1,000 hours a year. Our salary page sets out what is published and what is not, and why planning against the cost is the sounder way round.
Can I get a scholarship for pilot training?
No current scholarship terms are verified here. Contact the academy for any current written eligibility requirements and conditions.
Can I become a pilot if I wear glasses?
Yes, you can become a pilot if you wear glasses, provided your corrected vision meets DGCA medical standards. Contact us for detailed medical eligibility guidance.
What are DGCA ground classes, and why are they important?
DGCA ground classes cover aviation subjects like Meteorology, Navigation, Air Regulations, and Technical General, preparing students for DGCA exams required for obtaining a pilot license.
What Are The Eligibility Criteria for Pilot Training?
Minimum age: 16 for a Student Pilot Licence, 17 for a PPL, 18 for a CPL (Aircraft Rules, 1937, Schedule II, Sections B, E and J) | Educational qualification: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, with the NIOS route as the bridge if you did not take both | Medical fitness: a DGCA medical at an approved centre — Class 2 to begin, Class 1 for a CPL
What is a Pilot Training Institute?
A Pilot Training Institute like We One Aviation Academy provides coaching to clear DGCA exams required to become a professional pilot — similar to how coaching centres help students clear NEET or IIT JEE.