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1. What are the eligibility criteria to join CPL course?

Educational Qualification: Pass in 10+2 with Maths and Physics (or) Equivalent
Age : 17 years completed
Medical : Medical fitness as per DGCA standard.

2. What is the upper age limit to join in an aviation industry as a pilot?

Generally airlines prefers pilots between 17 to 35 years of age, however if you have prior
experience and you are below the age of 60 years, you may still join.

3. Can a “commerce or arts” student join the CPL course?

A student, who has passed 10 +2 from a recognized Board with “Commerce or Arts”
subjects, should undergo bridge course in 10+2 with maths and physics from a recognized
Board, to become eligible for CPL.

4. What is the minimum height to join the CPL programme?

No minimum height prescribed. The individual has to obtain a cockpit check certified to
manipulate controls and he should have an unobstructed view of the outside, if required by
the aviation medical examiners.

5. What is the eyesight one must have? Are glasses permissible?

As per DGCA standard, eyesight should be correctable to 6/6.Glasses are permissible.

6. What are the job prospects in India?

With the introduction of low cost airlines in the open skies of India and Asian Region, there is an anticipated demand for over 1000-2000 qualified pilots in the next 5 years.

7. How can I choose a flight school?

“Ask yourself, What is the most deciding factors to me? Is it the cost, duration, school
reputation, good feedback from other students, Aircraft availability, adequate flight
instructors and excellent infrastructure. Make a comparative study and narrow down your
choices with two or three schools. Remember, it is your future and it is very important to
know which is more likely to meet your individual needs. It is none other than OFS.

8. What factors affect my training?

Weather, Technical snag, Aircraft Maintenance and Human factors.

9. Will OFS help me to get job?

We do offer 100% placement assistance for the meritorious candidates. Meritorious students will be inducted as pilot in our “charter division” as and when required.

10. Can my parents monitor my training progress?

Yes, the OFS will send performance Report of each student, to the parents regularly.

11. What is DGCA?

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is a statutory authority under the Ministry of Civil Aviation that overseas all issues regarding airworthiness and licencing of personnel in India. It is the authority to issue licences to pilots and has many other roles to oversee the issues and effective functioning of air transportation in India.
To learn more about DGCA, visit www.dgca.nic.in

12. How is the life of an Airline Pilot?

An airline pilot flies only 60 hours in a month. Legally, pilots are restricted to fly certain hours daily, weekly, monthly and annually. Rest period is mandatory for the airline pilots by law and airlines closely ensure compliance.

13. How much can I expect to earn as an airline pilot?

Close to 1.5 to 3 lakhs per month.

14. Do DGCA and ICAO recognize OFS?

OFS is approved by DGCA, remember OFS does not issue the licence, the pilot licences are issued by DGCA: therefore your licence is recognized by both DGCA and ICAO.

15. Can OFS help me to get a loan?

Yes, you may obtain an educational loan from any nationalized bank. We will provide any
documents needed by your bank to help you to qualify for an educational loan.

16. How can I get an application from?

You may contact the admission officer or send a draft for Rs.500/- favouring “Orient Flight
School” payable at Chennai.

17. Is there any transportation from the hostel to the airport?

Yes, transportation is available for the pickup and drop. Check with your Admission officer.

18. Can I complete my DGCA Exams before I start my flying?

No, as per DGCA a student must complete a minimum of 50 flight hours before he/she can appear for DGCA theory exams.

19. What is the eligibility criteria for a foreign student to join CPL course?

Pass in 12th standard from a recognized Board with maths and physics as per the norms of Association of Indian Universities (AIU) New Delhi. In addition, the student has to obtain
“Security Clearance” from DGCA, which normally takes one to three months.