EASA Flight Training [2014 INFORMATION]
INTRODUCTION This document presents a training curriculum designed towards Airline-centric training with EASA specific licenses. Upon completion of this training, you will receive an FAA Private Pilot license as well as an EASA Multiengine Piston (MEP) Commercial Pilot license (CPL) with EASA Instrument Rating. You will also have completed EASA ATPL Theoretical Ground School to accumulate the level of knowledge required to be successful in completing a Type Rating immediately following this course. Additionally you have the option of completing an Upset Recovery Course as well as high altitude training. If you are looking to become an airline pilot, Airbus 320 and Boeing 737 Type Ratings can be completed immediately following this curriculum. BOEING OR AIRBUS? Do you have an aspiration to become an airline pilot? How about a type rating? Our partners offer EASA and FAA type ratings in both Airbus A320 and Boeing 737NG. Contact a representative today to learn what your options are for starting your type rating after completing your training at FIT Aviation. 1 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
Overview TRAINING SERVICES The training program is designed to train you to receive an EASA Multiengine Piston Commercial Pilot License (MEP- CPL) with Instrument Rating. As an option, you can complete an Upset Recovery Training Course as well as a session in our High Altitude Hypobaric chamber. You will also complete three modules of EASA ATPL Ground School and pass the fourteen official EASA exams. Upon completion of this program, you will have a minimum of 233 hours total flight time (including FTD). Total training duration from zero hours will be 14 months. The tables below presents realistic hours for the flight and ground training portion, including all checkride rentals. Flight Training Module Single Engine Aircraft Multiengine Aircraft Flight Training Device Single Engine Multiengine Total Instruction 1 Enhanced FAA PPL Program 36.0 70.0 FAA Instrument Rating 24.0 14.0 67.0 EASA Pilot-in-Command Top-Up Course 105.0 15.0 EASA MEP-CPL 33.5 52.5 EASA Instrument Rating (IR) Conversion 8.0 12.0 34.0 Total 165.0 41.5 14.0 12.0 238.5 1 Instruction includes dual time with an instructor, pre/post flight and sim briefings, Instructor led ground training (one-on-one). Does not include formal classroom time. Ground Training Module Classroom Training Computer Based Training (CBT) Total Ground Instruction FAA Private Pilot Ground School 37 37 EASA ATPL Ground School (Residential) 2 302 354 656 EASA MEP-CPL Ground School 34 34 EASA IR Conversion Ground School 6 6 Total 379 354 733 2 Our Distance Learning ATPL Ground School contains 65 hours of classroom time and 591 hours of CBT. 2 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
Training Module Description FAA PPL Program This course is designed to allow you to acquire the proficiency and experience needed to meet the certification requirements for an FAA Private Pilot (ASEL) Certificate. The performance criteria specified in the syllabus is based on the current FAA Private Pilot (ASEL) Practical Test Standards. Concurrently to flying, you will attend the Private Pilot Ground School to acquire the aeronautical knowledge needed to safely operate as pilots and satisfactorily complete the Private Pilot Written Exam. Before graduating from the ground school, you must complete 36 hours of formal ground training. FAA Instrument Rating The Instrument Rating Course prepares you to acquire the proficiency and experience needed to meet the certification requirements for adding an FAA Instrument Rating to your existing Private Pilot Certificate (ASE). Concurrently to flying, you will attend the Instrument Rating Ground School to acquire the aeronautical knowledge needed to safely operate as an instrument pilot and satisfactorily complete the Instrument Written Exam. Before graduating from the ground school, you must complete 30 hours of ground training. Upset Recovery Training (optional) This course is designed to expose you to extreme unusual attitudes and teach appropriate recovery techniques. The course is completed in our American Champion Aurora Citabria and is comprised of 2 hours of dual flight and 1 hour of ground school. This course is included in the price. High Altitude Chamber (optional) You will receive classroom training on high altitude operations and also complete a hypobaric chamber session. During the chamber session, you will engage in simulated pilot activities to observe personal symptoms of hypoxia and develop an awareness of the onset of early stage hypoxia. This training is designed to minimize the likelihood of hypoxia-related accidents. This course is included in the price. 3 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
EASA PIC Experience Building (Top-Up course) This portion of the training is designed to build your experience towards the required 100 hours of PIC time, and 200 hours of total time required to receive an EASA Commercial Pilot license. During this phase, you will complete both dual and solo lessons. EASA MEP-CPL The MEP component of our EASA MEP/CPL course is designed to prepare you to act as PIC when operating a single-pilot multiengine aircraft and to ensure that you fully understand all aspects of multiengine operations in normal and non-normal (emergency/abnormal) flight profiles. The aim of the CPL portion of the course is to train ICAO PPL holders to the level of proficiency necessary to act as Pilot-In- Command (PIC) in the operation of a single-pilot aircraft on an EASA Commercial Air Transport flight. Concurrently, you will also attend ground school to refresh elements of the knowledge gained during the completion of the ATPL theoretical knowledge course. The objective of the theoretical knowledge training is to target specific areas of the ATPL course and focus on the more practical elements directly related to the operation of the aircraft. EASA Instrument Rating Conversion (in Europe) The EASA IR conversion course is designed to prepare you to act as PIC when operating a single-pilot multi-engine aircraft under EASA Instrument Flight Rules in European Airspace. This course will be completed at one of FIT s approved European partners. This proposal includes your air travel from the US to Europe and housing while in Europe. 4 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
EASA ATPL Theoretical Ground School The EASA ATPL Theoretical Ground School will advance your knowledge to a level which allows the successful completion of a Type Rating at the end of this course. The EASA ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Course consists of the following 14 subjects divided into three modules: - Air Law - Operational Procedures - Aircraft General Knowledge (AGK) Airframe/Systems/Power-plant - AGK Instrumentation - Principles of Flight - Mass and Balance - Meteorology - Human Performance and Limitations - General Navigation - Radio Navigation - Flight Planning and Monitoring - Performance - Advanced VFR Communications - Advanced IFR Communications Upon completion of the module, you will pass the official EASA exams. YOU HAVE OPTIONS! Aviation Programs offers the ability to convert your existing licenses either to FAA or to EASA. Our expert staff will guide you toward the training that is right for you! Visit our website for more information about our dual-licensing and conversion programs. 5 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
ADDITIONAL SERVICES Your flight training should not only be fast and affordable but it should be convenient. We are committed to making your experience as easy as possible. The following services are not included in your training fee but are optional add-ons that you can choose based on your needs. Pricing has been included at the end of this document. Transportation We will provide you with transportation between assigned housing, the airport and all training locations. You won t have to wait very long, our shuttle runs every 30 minutes. We will also provide transportation to/from Orlando Airport (MCO) on your arrival and departure dates. Housing We will arrange housing for you in our University-owned accommodation. Housing usually consists of a maximum of five persons sharing an apartment (depending on room availability). You will have your own room with bathroom and shower and will share a common space with other pilots. Housing pricing assumes availability of University housing at the standard rate. In the event that University housing is unavailable, the customer will be notified prior to arrival that alternative housing is necessary. Some alternative housing arrangements may incur a surcharge, which will be communicated prior to the commencement of any training. Meals You will be provided with a meal plan for 3 meals per day at Florida Tech s brand new Panther Dining facility which is an all you care to eat style cafeteria. A variety of multi-cultural cooking stations are featured, including an international bar, pizza buffet, pasta to order, home-style entrees with carvery, grill, deli and panini bar, salad, dessert and beverage bars. 6 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
Aviation Supplies & Apple ipad ADDITIONAL SERVICES (continued) We will provide you all the necessary equipment such as books, charts, aviation specific devices, and a flight bag. Due to the wide range of prices and options for headsets, none are included in this package. If you don t already have one, we will also provide you with an Apple ipad that will be used for the duration of the training, and more importantly for the EASA ATPL Ground School. Aviation Medical Examination You are required to pass a medical examination and receive an FAA First Class Medical Certificate. Medical Certificates are issued by FAA-approved Aviation Medical Examiners (list available online on the FAA website). We will transport you to and from the Medical Examiner s office and assist you throughout the process. You are required to obtain an EASA Class 1 medical prior to arrival in the United States. FAA Written & EASA ATPL Exams You are required to pass the FAA Private Pilot written tests as well as the fourteen EASA ATPL written tests which are also taken at FIT. We operate an FAA/EASA-approved testing center where you can take your tests 7 days per week. Included in this proposal are one FAA test and the fourteen EASA tests. 7 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES We understand international students. Our campus is one of the most diverse of any university in the United States. Our staff is international as well with many European and South- and Central- American countries represented. Visit our website for more information about those services. Like our Additional Services, these services are not included in the training fee but are available at additional cost should you need them. Visa We will issue the appropriate paperwork in order to receive an M-1 Vocational Training Visa. You will have to visit a local U.S. Consulate to obtain the visa and pay any applicable fees. Our team of professionals will help you throughout the entire process. A visa may also be required for training in Europe, depending on your citizenship. Transportation Security Agency (TSA) Training Approval The United States Government requires international students receiving flight training towards a private pilot license, instrument rating or multiengine rating to apply for approval with the Transportation Security Agency (TSA) for each course. This process can be started in your home country prior to arrival in the United States. Upon arrival, you will be fingerprinted and final TSA approval should be received within one to two weeks. Prior to receipt of TSA approval, you are ineligible to receive any flight or ground training. We will provide you with our expertise and assistance throughout this process. Health Insurance Florida Tech requires all international students to have medical insurance to cover the costs of treatment for injury and sickness. An insurance policy for injury and sickness is offered through Bollinger Insurance Solutions and underwritten by Monumental Life Insurance Company (or current provider). This insurance product will provide you with most of the medical services you will need while attending this training program. Aviation English During the first week of training, you will take an Aviation English Placement Test to determine your ICAO Aviation English level. Should you score a score of Level 3 or lower, you will be required to take additional training until you meet the minimum threshold of ICAO Level 4. Coming soon, you will also have access to interactive Air Traffic Control software (Adacel ICE Pilot) throughout the course of your training. The software s intelligent voice recognition technology will provide you with feedback on pronunciation, structure, phraseology, fluency and interaction. 8 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
FACILITIES Emil Buehler Center for Aviation Training and Research The Emil Buehler Center was inaugurated in 2009 and is a 12,960 square foot flight training facility. The building was designed with many fine amenities, including a large multi-purpose training room, Cadet pilot briefing rooms, pilot shop, pilot lounge and weather planning rooms in addition to general administrative offices. All aircraft maintenance is performed in a dedicated 17,000 square foot maintenance hangar, adjacent to the Buehler Center. Center for Aviation and Innovation The Center for Aviation and Innovation (CAI) is located within walking distance of the Emil Buehler Center. The CAI hosts three simulator bays which accommodate a variety of Flight Training Devices (FTD) and Aviation Training Devices (ATD), built by quality manufacturers such as Frasca and RedBird. Among the devices are two FAA Level-5 Frasca 242 FTDs, four full-motion RedBird MCX trainers, Frasca Mentors, RedBird TDs, and a RedBird CrossWind trainer. The CAI also hosts 6 multimedia-equipped classrooms, the EASA & FAA approved Testing Center, the Aviation English Lab, and the EASA Training Team. 9 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
PROGRAM TIMETABLE Calendar time normally required to complete the Training Program will be 13 months from the time training is commenced, exclusive of the time used to complete TSA (Homeland Security) requirements for foreign students. You will start two-week induction training and the flight training will be organized as follows: - Week 1 2: Induction Training (2 weeks) - Week 3 12: FAA Private License (10 weeks) - Week 13 22: FAA Instrument Rating (10 weeks) - Week 24 46: EASA PIC Experience Building (concurrent to ATPL Ground School) - Week 50 53: EASA MEP-CPL (5 weeks) - Week 56 58: EASA Instrument Rating Conversion (in Europe) (3 weeks) The free-of-charge induction training will cover topics such as local acclimatization, professionalism, company procedures, rules and expectations. This time will also be used to complete any required paperwork such as Aviation English testing and TSA fingerprinting for International Students, as well as medical certificate issuance. The ground training will be organized as follows: - Week 3 5: FAA Private Pilot Ground School - Week 15 17: FAA IR Ground School - Week 23 47: EASA ATPL Ground School - Week 49 50: EASA MEP/CPL Ground School - Week 56: EASA IR Conversion Ground School All training weeks are approximate and depend greatly on your ability to learn the appropriate material and being adequately prepared for lessons. 10 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
Pricing (USD) To provide you with the most accurate information possible, we are currently working to review and update our prices. We will send you the latest information as soon as it is ready. In the meantime, our Admissions Team is ready to answer any questions you might have and provide you with a personalized quote to meet your aviation training needs. Give us a shout: admissions@fitaviation.com +1 (321) 674-8495 SAY NO TO V.A.T.! Value Added Taxes (VAT) is common in Europe and other countries in the world. All of our services already include taxes so you don t have to worry about overages. DON T PAY UP FRONT We don t believe in taking all your money up front. Other than an initial deposit that will cover most fees, you will pay for your training after each flight. Your housing, food, and transportation will be billed monthly. 11 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501
THE FINE PRINT The following fees are not included in your training package. They will only be required if you fall behind on your training or if major global events affect the price of fuel. Additional Hours Rate - In the event you require additional training above the hours that are included in this package, extra hours will be billed based on the following published fees: Aircraft Type Wet Hourly Rate Single-Engine Aircraft $--.-- Multiengine Aircraft $--.-- Crosswind Trainer $--.-- Single-Engine FTD (non-motion) $--.-- Single-Engine FTD (motion) $--.-- Multiengine FTD $--.-- FAA Instruction $--.-- EASA Instruction $--.-- Additionally, extra days beyond the agreed training duration will result in a pro-rata charge per day to cover room, meals, insurance, and transportation. We will document and charge each day beyond the agreed duration based on a rate of approximately $--.--/month. Aircraft Fuel Price Adjustment Aircraft prices referenced above are wet and are based on a fuel price of $5.90/gallon. Fuel prices are subject to change during the term of the master agreement. The prices referenced above will be re-evaluated on a monthly basis throughout the term (and any renewal terms) and adjusted as necessary to reflect increases or decreases in fuel prices. Customer agrees to pay all fuel charges as invoiced. Aviation English Training In the event you do not meet the appropriate level of English proficiency, we will discuss the appropriate course of action. If you require additional language training, we will provide such training at the rate of $--.-- for a full month of training (not including housing and food as required). FAA Written Tests Any additional repeat tests will be charged at a rate of $--.--per test. EASA Exams Any additional repeat EASA exam will be charged at a rate of $--.--per test. All prices are subject to change and this document is not contractual. 12 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901-6975 (321) 674-6501