Commercial Pilot Licence

What is the Commercial Pilot Licence? 

Diploma in Commercial Pilot Licence is a diploma-level Civil Aviation course that enables holders to act as the pilot in command of a single-pilot aircraft or as co-pilot of a multi-pilot aircraft, earning remuneration for their work. The course emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of aviation concepts, with each lesson building on the material learned in the preceding sessions. The syllabus, prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, covers various subjects essential for a commercial pilot's competence.

Syllabus and Course Content:

(A) Air Navigation

1. Basics of Navigation
2. Magnetism and Compasses
3. Charts
4. Dead Reckoning Navigation (DR)
5. In-flight Navigation

(B) Mass and Balance - Aeroplane

1. Introduction to Mass and Balance
2. Loading
3. Centre of Gravity (cg)

(C) Performance

1. Performance of Single-Engine Aeroplanes
2. Performance of Multi-Engine Aeroplanes

(D) Flight Planning and Monitoring-Aeroplanes

1. Flight Plans for Cross Country Flights
2. ICAO ATC Flight Plan
3. Practical Flight Planning
4. Practical Completion of a ‘Flight Plan’ (flight plan, flight log, nav log ATC plan, etc.)

(E) Radio Navigation

1. Radio Aids
2. Basic Radar Principles
3. Self-contained and External-Referenced Navigation Systems

(F) Instrumentation

1. Flight Instruments
2. Power Plant and System Monitoring Instruments

(G) Aviation Meteorology

1. The Atmosphere
2. Wind
3. Thermodynamics
4. Clouds and Fog
5. Precipitation
6. Air masses and fronts
7. Pressure Systems
8. Climatology
9. Flight Hazards
10. Meteorological Information

(H) Air Regulation (International Agreements and Organizations)

1. Airworthiness of Aircraft
2. Aircraft Nationality and Registration Marks
3. Personnel Licensing
4. Rules of the Air
5. Procedures for Air Navigation – Aircraft Operations
6. Air Traffic Services
7. Aeronautical Information Service
8. Aerodromes
9. Facilitation
10. Search and Rescue
11. Security
12. Aircraft Accident Investigation
13. National Law – National Law and differences to relevant ICAO Annexes and CARs.

(I) Human Performance & Limitations

1. Human Factors: Basic Concepts
2. Basic Aviation Physiology and Health Maintenance
3. Basic Aviation Psychology

(J) Operational Procedures

1. Operational Procedures – Special and Emergency Procedures General
2. Special Operational Procedures and Hazards (General Aspects)

(K) Communications

1. VFR Communications
2. IFR Communications

(I) Aircraft & Engine – Technical General A. Aircraft and Engines

1. Airframe and Systems
2. Electrics
3. Power Plant
4. Emergency Equipment B. Principles of Flight
5. Subsonic Aerodynamics
6. Transonic Aerodynamics
7. Stability
8. Control
9. Limitations
10. Propellers
11. Flight Mechanics

Diploma in Commercial Pilot Licence Colleges:

• Flytech Aviation Academy - FAA, Secunderabad
• Asiatic International Aviation Academy, Indore
• All India Institute of Aeronautics, Ludhiana
• Haryana Institute of Civil Aviation - HICA, Karnal

Course Suitability:

• Suitable for individuals with discipline, patience, responsibility, punctuality, commitment, and self-confidence.
• Requires hard work, stamina, alertness of mind, adaptability to follow difficult time schedules, and good team spirit.
• Essential qualities include mental alertness, emotional stability in crises, calmness, pleasant demeanor, compassion, adventurous spirit, and technical proficiency.

Benefits of Diploma in Commercial Pilot Licence:

• Opens employment opportunities in both government (Indian Airlines, Air India) and private domestic and international airlines.
• Provides the foundation for pursuing higher degrees in the field.
• Offers diverse career prospects, including opportunities in large corporate houses with private aircraft.

Employment Areas:

• Colleges & Universities
• Airports
• Pilot Training Centres
• Airlines
• Aviation Industry

Job Types:

• Pilot Technology Coach
• Research & Development Manager
• Navy SSC Officer Pilot
• Pilot Officer Trainee
• Customer Care Officer/Sr. Customer Care Officer
• Pilot Process Spot Officer
• Deputy Assistant Manager
• Pilot Sales Representative
• Cabinet Secretariat Trainee Pilot
• Project & Maintenance Manager