AFRIKA UNION AVIATION ACADEMY ROSPECTUS

AFRIKA UNION AVIATION ACADEMY ROSPECTUS

SCOPE OF TRAINING AT AUAA At AUAA we make it our business to provide aspirant pilots with the method and means to fulfil their sky high dreams. We are a full time residential flight training organisation that promotes the highest possible standard of training and airmanship. The courses and training we offer are as follows; Private Pilot s License Commercial Pilot s License Instructors Rating Airline Transport Pilot s License Multi-engine Rating Foreign License Validations Night rating Instrument Rating Turbine Instructors Rating Type Conversions & Initial Twin Conversions Turbine/ Jet Ratings Tug/ Safety Ratings Radio License Hire and Fly AFRIKA UNION AVIATION ACADEMY Situated in Mafikeng at an ex Air Force base, we boast the second largest civilian runway on the continent and excellent airport facilities including; instrument landing system (ILS), very high frequency omni-range (VOR), night flying facilities and two nondirectional beacons (NDB). The Air Traffic Control Tower promotes our student s development of radio procedures and the perfect weather conditions assist our 2

dedicated instructors to conduct speedy and high quality training with student pilots. The General Flying area is a mere 5 minutes flying time away from base. This has the advantages that all available time is spent on training and also has a definite impact on total cost for flying time, at the end of the course. ON CAMPUS Our extensive on-campus facilities are the beginnings of the first Aviation University on the African continent. The academy campus consists of aircraft hangers, operations and simulator centre, briefing rooms, and on-campus student accommodation and a recreational centre that is affectionately termed The Mess. All these amenities are contained on the same property, within walking distance. ACCOMMODATION The comfortable on campus accommodation includes three meals a day, laundry and room service, access to recreational facilities and transport into town is available for students should they desire it. 3

THE FLEET, STAFF & STUDENTS All aircraft are owned by AUAA. The fleet consists of Cessna 172 s, a piper PA28-140, M20 Mooney s, Cessna 210 s, an Aero Commander AC50, a Beech Baron BE55, a Cessna Citation II and a Simulator. The flight schools most valued asset is without a doubt the team of highly skilled and dedicated instructors achieving self fulfilment by helping others to realise their dreams. By providing tailored aviation solutions to fit the individual needs of our students we place their needs at our epicentre and celebrate their ambitions, achievements and triumphs. As a CAA accredited institution the safety and professionalism of all our students and staff members are a top priority as we strive to uphold the expertise of the aviation sector. Registration and accreditation status AUAA is accredited with South African Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) as a flight training institution as well as the accreditation with the Transport Education and Training Association TETA. The purpose of this accreditation is to protect students against poor quality training programmes as wee as to maintain the credibility of aviation qualifications. All AUAA training syllabi are approved by the Civil Aviation Authority, which ensures training of the highest standard. AUAA s dedicated flight instructors are highly trained and some are private airline pilots with thousands of hours logged. It is compulsory for all students to be check-flown by the Chief Flying Instructor or his assistant from time to time, to ensure that the training provided by the instructors remains on par with the high standard set by the academy. 4

ADMISSION PROCEDURES There are no minimum educational requirements however applicants must be medically fit and proficient in English. Students can enrol directly with AFRIKA UNION AVIATION ACADEMY s admissions and administration staff who can be contacted at the following numbers or addresses; Tel: +27 (0)18 385 1080 Fax: +27 (0)18 385 1062 Email: auaa.academy@gmail.com Mail: Website: Admission requirements for foreign students PO Box 50379, Mafikeng South 2971 South Africa www.auaa.co.za Students are required to obtain and then submit a completed student application form from AUAA s admissions and administration staff as well as the relevant fees. Once this is received a letter of admission will be granted addressed to the Home Affairs department confirming enrolment and to aid with the application for a visa / study permit, please note that students are responsible for their visa applications. Foreign licence validations Students who already hold foreign licences will have to obtain South African Licences to proceed with further training in South Africa. 5

TRAINING & COURSES PPL The Private Pilot s License is considered to be the gateway to a career in aviation and is an essential part of the basic training required getting underway in making your dreams take flight. Requirements Minimum of 45 hours of flight training Class II medical Restricted radio licence Ground school lectures 8 CAA Online Examinations Aircraft General Principles of flight Air law Navigation Meteorology Human Performance Flight Planning Restricted Radio Telephony Annual excess insurance fees It should also be noted that the ground schooling and the flying phase are presented on a program determined by the availability and ability of the student, allowing for the student to pursue the course at a pace that is both comfortable and convenient. Night Rating A night rating enables a pilot to fly after sunset and before sunrise. Requirements 5 hours of night flying training 5 hours of Simulator training 10 hours of pre-flight briefing A night navigation exam Night rating test 6

Commercial Licence with Instrument Rating The applicant should: 1. Be not less than 18 years of age 2. Have passed a commercial pilot medical examination 3. Hold a general certificate of competency in radiotelephony 4. Have acquired a minimum of 200 hours flight time, which should include: a. 100hrs as Pilot in Command b. 20 hrs cross country flight time as Pilot in command c. 10 hrs night flying, including a night cross country as pilot in command d. 40 hrs of instrument flight time, of which 20hrs may be done on a approved flight simulator e. Have passed the CAA theoretical examinations f. Have passed a commercial pilot s license flight test by day and night, with an approved examiner g. The flight test must be carried out in at least a single-engine retractable aircraft, with a variable pitch propeller. Commercial Pilot s License ground courses are presented from time to time at the academy and a schedule is again determined by the amount of students. This may also be presented one-on-one during or after-hours. 7

CONTACT DETAILS For questions, queries, quotes and costs concerning any of the information in this prospectus please do not hesitate to contact us! CONTACT US: Telephone: +27 (0)18 385 1083 Fax: +27 (0)18 385 1062 Cell: +27(0)82 5585 191 Website: www.auaa.co.za E-mail: auaa.academy@gmail.com Physical Address: Mafikeng Air Force Base Opposite Mafikeng Airport Mafikeng South Africa Postal Address: PO Box 50379 Mafikeng South 2791 8