AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) at AIAC

Overview

After successful completion of this nationally recognised training course, you will receive a Diploma in Aviation - Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) as well as your CASA issued Commercial Pilot Licence. Students will generally complete a minimum of 150 hours of flight training in a Diamond DA20, DA40NG and DA40/42 Flight Simulation Training Device. In addition, you'll be required to complete 70 hours as Pilot in Command, flying solo. Before graduating, you'll need to demonstrate your learnings in a 3 hour flight test with one of our own CASA approved flight examiners.

^{* Flight training hours are subject to student progress. Additional hours may be required.}

When it comes to practical guidance and theory, you'll need to complete more than 900 hours of classroom time and briefings, in addition to 8 hours of self-study per week. You'll also be required to pass a number of in-house exams, as well as seven CASA CPL exams. All classes are led by our experienced flight instructors who will help you to achieve your goals. Class sizes are intentionally kept small to give you the best opportunity to learn.

If taken full-time, the AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) is generally completed in 9 months. Part-time study options are available if you only want your CPL licence without the Nationally Recognised Diploma. The course is conducted at our Port Macquarie campus at Port Macquarie Airport. All classrooms are modern and fitted with multi-media equipment for effective course delivery.

Starting in January, our intake for our Diploma program is every three months. Applications for each intake close on the first day of the preceeding month. Prospective students should expect to hear back from one our team within two weeks of submitting their application.
Requirements

To be considered for this course, students must meet the minimum entry requirements. Please be aware, meeting these requirements does not guarantee entry.

Students must be over the of age 18 prior to their first day of study.

Prior to enrolment, students should visit a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) to obtain a Class 1 medical certificate from CASA website. International students who are unable to visit a DAME will asked to supply a certified, translated copy of a medical certificate which meets the requirements of the CASA medical examination.

Prior to enrolment, students will need to apply for an Aviation Reference Number (ARN) and an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). In place of an ASIC, International students will be asked to supply a certified and translated copy of a police background check as part of their enrolment application. On arrival at AIAC, international students can then apply for an ASIC.

Domestic and international students must be proficient in English and meet the minimum English Language Proficiency requirements (i.e. IELTS 5.5 with no individual score below 5)

Students are required to complete Year 12 or equivalent and have a sound understanding of maths and physics.

Students who have been pre-approved for enrolment will be invited to sit a 'Basic Aeronautical Knowledge' quiz and a 'General English Language' assessment. Contact us if you would like to know more.

Applicants will be required to conduct a pre-enrolment video interview with our Head of Operations and may be required complete other pre-enrolment assessments.

Students must consent to mandatory and random drug and alcohol testing.

Before entering Australia, cadets from other countries will be need to hold a student visa (500). While studying, cadets must maintain their visa obligations, including performance, attendance and English language proficiency requirements.

Students will need their own laptop or tablet to aid their studies, as well as a valid personal email address to receive notifications from AIAC and CASA.

Applicants must be in a position to pay all fees and charges. Please be aware, we may ask for provision of evidence.

Prospective students should also check the specific eligibility requirements outlined on the CASA website as well as any additional entry requirements that may be outlined in our enrolment form. Enrolment of International Students is conditional on receiving their Class 1 medical certificate and their ASIC on arrival in Australia. For full enrolment details, please download our Recruitment & Enrolment Procedures for Domestic and International Students.
Core Units

A successful assessment outcome must be achieved for 29 units of competency comprising of:

— 28 core units listed below plus;

— 1 general elective unit

AVIE0006

Maintain aircraft radio communications

AVIF0026

Implement aviation risk management processes

AVIF0027

Implement aviation fatigue risk management processes

AVIF0029

Implement threat and error management strategies

AVIF0030

Manage safe flight operations

AVIF0033

Manage aircraft passengers and cargo

AVIF0035

Manage human factors in aviation operations

AVIH0010

Plan a flight under visual flight rules

AVIH0014

Navigate aircraft under visual flight rules

AVILIC0003

Licence to operate a commercial aeroplane

AVIO0017

Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference with aviation

AVIW0029

Manage pre- and post-flight actions

AVIW0032

Operate and manage aircraft systems

AVIY0033

Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments

AVIY0034

Operate in controlled airspace

AVIY0035

Operate in Class G airspace

AVIY0036

Operate at non-towered aerodromes

AVIY0037

Operate at a controlled aerodrome

AVIY0040

Apply aeronautical knowledge to aviation operations

AVIY0041

Apply the principles of civil air law to aviation operations

AVIY0083

Execute advanced aeroplane manoeuvres and procedures

AVIY0047

Manage abnormal aeroplane flight situations

AVIY0054

Control aeroplane on the ground

AVIY0055

Take off aeroplane

AVIY0056

Control aeroplane in normal flight

AVIY0057

Land aeroplane

AVIY0058

Manage aircraft fuel

AVIZ0006

Manage situational awareness in aircraft flight

Elective Unit:

AVIF0023

Apply aircraft safety procedures
Outcomes
After successfully completing the Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) you'll be able to:
- carry fee-paying passengers, or gain employment as a commercial pilot;
- operate as a co-pilot or pilot in command (with some restrictions) on scenic flights, joy flights and the like, in a single engine aircraft;
- add ratings or endorsements to your licence, such as the Instrument Rating to allow you fly at night or in a multi-engine aircraft; and
- enrol in our flight instructor course and become a CASA endorsed flight instructor.
You'll also be able to continue your studies through the following courses:
- AVI50319 - Diploma of Aviation (CPL - Helicopter)*
- AVI50119 - Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)*
- AVI60219 - Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Pilot in Command)*
- AVI60119 - Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Chief Flight Instructor)*
* These courses are currently not offered by AIAC.

For further information on opportunities at the end of this course, visit the CASA website.
Pricing

Our course fees are separated into two categories - tuition fees and incidental costs. When considering a course at AIAC, please take both categories into consideration.

For full details, please refer to our schedule of fees and payment terms for domestic and international students.

All prices shown are in Australian dollars and exclude GST.

Tuition Fees

These costs are directly associated with your training and are unlikely to change for the duration of your course. Please be aware, AIAC is not yet registered under the VET Student Loan Scheme and you will be required to pay for your tuition in full. While AIAC endeavour to absorb most of the extra costs involved in processing and caring for international students, regrettably we do need to charge our international students a little bit more.

Domestic
Students

International
Students

AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation -
Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane)

Domestic $89,750

International $96,750

Dual Diploma
AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation - Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane)
+
AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation - Instrument Rating By enrolling in the Dual Diploma Program, students save money by paying some fees only once.

Domestic $124,500

International $135,000

Course Deposit Fee
Course Deposit, Non-refundable. The deposit is taken as a down payment on the fees listed above.

Domestic $1,500

International $1,500

Incidental Costs

These are costs related to your living expenses and other study items and include rent, food, purchasing study materials (computers, pilot uniforms etc) and other associated costs. While we've tried to consider everything, the below list is not exhaustive.

Domestic
Students

International
Students

Recognition of Prior Learning
Includes an assessment of your existing skills and qualifications, as well as a flight assessment at our Port Macquarie training centre.

Domestic $3,000

International $3,000

CASA Exams (x7)
Payable to CASA. One attempt at each exam is included in your tuition fees.

Domestic $158 - $181
Vary per exam

International $158 - $181
Vary per exam

CASA Flight Tests
Recreational Pilot's Licence (RPL)
Commercial Pilot's Licence (CPL)
One attempt at each exam is included in your tuition fees.

Domestic
$550 (RPL)
$900 (CPL)

International
$550 (RPL)
$900 (CPL)

CASA Medical Application Form
Payable to CASA.

Domestic $75

International $75

ASIC Card Application
Valid for two years. Allow up to three weeks for delivery.

Domestic from $234

International from $234

Student Visa Application
Applicable to International Students only; payable to the Department of Home Affairs.

Domestic –

International from $630

Immigration Medical Examination
Applicable to International Students only; payable to your nominated Medical Practitioner.

Domestic –

International from $1,000

International English Language Test (IELT)
Applicable to International Students only; payable to the educator.

Domestic –

International from $400

Late Payment Fee

Domestic $150

International $150

Remedial Training
Applicable to any student that may require additional flight training beyond the standard 150 hours included in the tuition.

Aircraft hire

Domestic
from $285 p/h

Aircraft hire

International
from $285 p/h

Overseas Student Health Cover
This cost only applies if training exceeds specified course duration.

Domestic –

International monthly $44