ATPL(A) Theory course – Airline transport pilot theory course

Full time
8 months
Part time:
Up to 18 months depending on student availability
Theoretical course:
650 hours total: self-study CBT + 72 hours instructor-led virtual sessions
Flight training:
Not included (theory course only)

About The Course

The Airline Transport Pilot License ATPL(A) is the highest level of pilot’s license. Only a pilot who has completed the ATPL(A) theory course at an authorized flight school and successfully passed the theory exams for airline transport pilots at the Civil Aviation Authority in any EU member state can obtain the ATPL(A) license. To start the course, one must hold at least a private pilot license PPL(A).

Course Duration

Course length:: 8-18 months

Flight training:: Not part of this item

Theory course:: 650 hours (selfstudy CBT + consultations)

Consultations:: 72 hours online consultations

Course Requirements

Age: 17 +

License: PPL(A)

Knowledge of the English language at least at level B1 according to the international standard CEFR – intermediate. Knowledge of mathematics and physics at the high school level.

Holders of CPL(A) licenses can count 250 hours, holders of IR(A) qualifications can count 150 hours. Holders of CPL(A) and IR(A) licenses can count 400 hours.

Career

The ATPL(A) theory course is one of the important and essential milestones in the career of an airline pilot. If you aspire to become an airline pilot, you must complete the course and successfully pass the theory exams at the Civil Aviation Authority. In the course, you will gain the necessary theoretical knowledge for obtaining the Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and the Instrument Rating (IR) qualification. Both qualifications are necessary to apply for a position as a first officer with an airline. After gaining the required experience as a pilot in commercial aviation, you can apply for the Airline Transport Pilot License ATPL(A). The Airline Transport Pilot License authorizes the holder to fly as a first officer or captain on commercial airliners in commercial air transport. You can fly privately or for financial profit and may carry passengers on board. With this license, you are a true professional airline pilot.

 

Graduates of the ATPL(A) Theoretical Training Course will receive a certificate of completion of the ATPL(A) Theory Course and can subsequently apply for the ATPL(A) theory exam at the Civil Aviation Authority in any EU member state. The validity of the certificate of successful completion of the ATPL(A) Theory Course is 1 year from the date of issue.

Description

DISTANCE LEARNING:

We offer the Airline Transport Pilot License ATPL(A) theory course in the form of distance learning. The instruction is conducted through guided self-study using Computer-Based Training (CBT) and live consultations with an instructor in a virtual classroom.

COURSE DURATION:
  • In total, the course includes 650 hours of study. Of which:
  • Consultation with an instructor 72 hours online live in a virtual classroom.
  • Self-study using CBT (computer-based training) through eLearning provided by our school constitutes 85% of the entire course. For self-study, our flight school offers students a unique and comprehensive online theory learning system called CBT.
  • The total maximum duration of the course is 18 months. Students can shorten this duration to 8 months by increasing their study intensity.
CONSULTATIONS:
  • A minimum of 72 hours of the course is allocated to consultations, including presentations, assessments, and testing in subject 100KSA.
  • Consultations are provided in virtual classrooms and are led live by instructors. Lessons in virtual classrooms are organized as video conferences. To join the consultations, all you need is a laptop or tablet with a camera, microphone and internet connection.
  • Instruction in the virtual classroom is carried out in the form of consultations with the instructor, the dates are set by the school within the timeframe determined by the course outline according to the study plan, usually in the 6th-8th week of the study block. Consultations are scheduled on weekends and in the evenings on weekdays.
SELF-STUDY USING CBT:

Upon enrollment in the course, students receive a recommended study plan. The ATPL(A) theory course itself is divided into 8-week blocks with fixed start and end dates throughout the year. Individual blocks are separated by short breaks, usually 1 week, to allow students to catch up on missed studies. Students enroll in the study of individual course

Basic factors affecting the cost of training:
  • Your goals in aviation
  • Type of aircraft for training with regard to goals
  • How much time can I devote to training

Your goals in flying have a significant impact on how your overall flight training will be conducted. If you want to fly only recreationally, training

subjects according to the recommended study plan. We recommend students to study a maximum of 5 subjects in one 8-week block. Each study subject is planned for 7 weeks of active study, with the 8th week designated for review and final testing. For each week of study, students have access to a list of literature for study, additional study materials, videos, workbooks, and tests through eLearning.

STUDY MATERIALS:

Study materials and textbooks are included in the eLearning platform and are included in the course fee.

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY EXAMINATIONS:

Our students receive a certificate of completion after each successfully completed subject of study. This allows students to take the Civil Aviation Authority exams in any EU Member State while they are still studying the theory course.

MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE:

We are committed to client satisfaction with our products, so we provide an option for this product within 21 days of the start of the course, to withdraw from the purchase with a money back guarantee in case you are not satisfied with the product or find that the course you have purchased is not suitable for you. As a condition of the use of money-back guarantee, the student must complete the prescribed exercises and tests given in the course according to the schedule prior to withdrawal.

INSTALLMENT SALE:

The price of this product can be paid in 3 instalments. In this case, the total purchase price is increased by 5% compared to a single payment. The first instalment must be paid before the start of the course. The second instalment must be paid before the start of the 2nd block of the course. The third instalment must be paid before the start of the 3rd course block. Please inform us of your interest in purchasing the course by installments before purchasing the course.7

 

Price

The price you will have to pay to learn to fly and obtain a pilot’s license varies from person to person and depends on many factors. The price should not be the main factor in deciding where to get your pilot’s license. When it comes to flight training, cheap is rarely good.

Basic factors affecting the cost of training:
  • Your goals in aviation
  • Type of aircraft for training with regard to goals
  • How much time can I devote to training

Your goals in flying have a significant impact on how your overall flight training will be conducted. If you want to fly only recreationally, training
in an aircraft with lighter avionics will be significantly cheaper than compared to a businessman or future professional pilot.

The price of pilot training

The price of pilot training for individual pilot licenses is set in connection with the number of flight hours in the curriculum, the time of ground preparations, and theoretical instruction in the classroom. Further, it is necessary to count additional expenses for landing and other airport fees and fees for exams at authorities and payments for obtaining necessary permits for training.

In our flight school, you receive the following for your training FREE of charge:
  • Study materials including trial test questions
  • Access to E-learning for theoretical instruction and self-study
  • Introductory flight

Will be conducted in Georgia at 1 of these 6 Airports depending on weather and flight tasking.

Natakhtari

Batumi

Tbilisi

Telavi

Kutaisi

Amrolauri

FAQ

Do I need a visa to study in Georgia?

Citizens of many CIS and European countries can enter Georgia without a visa and stay here for up to one year. We can help with an invitation if needed.

Where does the training take place?

The theoretical part (if needed) is conducted online. The flight training takes place at Natakhtari Airfield (Georgia).

Is it possible to pay for the training in installments?

Yes. All courses are paid in stages — you only pay for the current module (PPL, flight hours, etc.).

Do you provide student accommodation?

Yes. We offer accommodation either directly at the airfield or nearby Mtskheta area.

What level of English do I need?

A basic level is enough to start. Aviation English (ICAO) exam will be required — we help organize it online.

I have never flown before. Can I start from scratch?

No. For CPL(A) you must already have a PPL(A) license. If you don’t have it yet, start with PPL(A) course.

Can I start training without a medical certificate?

You will need a Class 1 Medical Certificate for CPL(A) practical training and licensing.

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