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as am studing in bsc computer science can i become a pilot? is it possible?

After B.Sc.(Physics) can I study of pilot?

can i get job of pilot in indian navy after bsc computer science?

im doing b.sc cs , can i become a pilot....

There are certain attributes to be a Pilot. First of all, one should not be afraid of heights and should have a passion to fly those machines. One should posses a good coordination of mind and limbs. The ability to remain calm under any circumstance and apply theoretical knowledge into practice while flying is very important. A Pilot has to be quick thinker as he is the one who is responsible for the lives of many. One should have patience, commitment, responsibility and self-confidence. A lot of hard work, stamina, adaptability to follow difficult time schedules, good team spirit, etc., are also required in an aspirant. Most importantly, one must have emotional stability in crisis situations.



The job of a Pilot/Co-Pilot is very challenging as well as rewarding. There are three licences, which you have to acquire to become a pilot - Student’s Pilot Licence (SPL), Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or the Hobby Licence and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).



The Student’s Pilot Licence is the first stage of training. SPLs are issued by 23 flying clubs in India. You have to clear an objective written examination, which tests basic mathematics knowledge of the aircraft, engines and aerodynamics. The test is worth hundred marks and the students have to score at least 75 to pass the SPL examination. A manual providing sample questions and answers to give an idea about the nature of the questions expected in the examinations is issued by the flying clubs. The SPL examination is held every month all over India by the flying clubs. In addition, the Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) conducts an examination and issues licence for Assistant Flight Radio Telephone Operators (AFR-TO). There is no age limit to acquire an SPL.



The second stage, the Private Pilot License (PPL), comprises 60 hours of flying (40 hours with flying instructor & 20 hours solo) after rigorous training under the flying instructor. Along with flying (practical) training, you also have to complete a theory curriculum and clear a written examination. This examination tests the student’s knowledge about aircraft engines, air navigation, aviation meteorology and seamanship. This examination is conducted by the DGCA. This course generally takes two years to complete and makes you eligible for the PPL. Depending upon the availability of a flying instructor and the weather conditions, the period of training may vary.



For the third stage, the Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), a minimum of 250 hours of flying (including 60 hours of PPL) is necessary. To get a CPL, you need to have the experience of 200 hours of solo flying. In addition, you have to clear a written examination consisting of subjects like Air Regulations, Aviation Meteorology, Air Navigation, Technical Planning and Communications in Radio and Wireless Transmission. Further, you have to undergo a medical fitness test conducted by a team of doctors approved by the DGCA and the Central Medical Establishment (CME) of the Air Force Unit. The average period of training for commercial pilot is one year.



Eligibility To become a Pilot/ Co-Pilot - one should have the licence of SPL for which matriculation and 16 years of age is prescribed for appearing for the test. To get a CPL, one should have passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics and must be between the age of 18-30 years. The minimum height should be 5 feet and eyesight 6/6. Remuneration Sky is the limit for hard working people in Aviation. A trainee Pilot or Co-Pilot can get a starting salary of about Rs. 60,000 – 70,000. In about 2-3 years, after flying 2,000-3,000 hours, one can become a Flight Commander. A senior commander gets a salary of Rs. 4 lakh – Rs. 5 lakh per month. The training of a Pilot abroad can cost Rs. 15 – 20 lakh but this amount can be recovered in a few years as the salary is very high for Pilots. A Pilot can earn more depending on the experience, company and the kind of planes they fly. The Expatriate Pilots can get a handsome amount between $9,500 to $ 11,000 (for new wide-bodied aircrafts).

Where to study Pilot/co-pilot

● American Flyers (India) Pvt. Ltd., 37 Virwani Industrial Estate, Western Express Highway, Goregaon, Mumbai-400063 (Maharashtra)

● Amritsar Aviation Club, P.O. Rajasansi, Amritsar Aerodrome, Amritsar (Punjab)

● Asiatic International Aviation Corp., “Asiaticair” # 108, Ambikapuri Extn, Airport Road, Indore-452005 (M.P.)

● Assam Flying Institute, Guwahati Airport, Guwahati-781007 (Assam)

● Bihar Flying Institute, Civil Aerodrome, Patna (Bihar)

● Bombay Flying Club, Juhu Aerodrome, Santacruz (West), Mumbai-400009 (Maharashtra)

● Carg Aviations Limited, Hangar No.3, Civil Aerodrome, Kanpur (U.P.)

● Delhi Flying Club Ltd., Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110003 ● Flying Club, Civil Aerodrome, Indore (M.P.)

● Government Aviation Training Institute, Civil Aerodrome, Bhubaneswar (Orissa)

● Govt. Flying Club, Aerodrome, Faizabad (U.P.)

● Gujarat flying Club, Civil Aerodrome, Hasni Road, Vadodara-390006 (Gujarat)

● Hissar Aviation Club, Textile Road, Sirsa Bypass, Hissar (Haryana)

● Karnal Aviation Club, Kunjpura Road, Karnal, Haryana

● Ludhiana Aviation Club, Civil Aerodrome, P.O. Sahnewal, Ludhiana (Punjab)

● M.P. Flying Club, Bhopal Civil Aerodrome, Bhopal (M.P.)

● Nagpur Flying Club, Sonegaon Aerodrome, Nagpur (Maharashtra)

● Northern India Flying School, Jalandhar Cantt- 144005, Punjab

● Patiala Aviation Club, Patiala-147001 Punjab

● Rajasthan State Flying School, Sanganer Airport, Jaipur (Rajasthan)

● Tata Nagar Aviation Private Limited, 2 North East Circuit House Area, Jamshedpur-831001 (Jharkhand)

Now i am in the SY of BSc computer science from where do i start to become a pilot after my BSc is done.