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National Cadet Pilot Programme

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National Cadet Pilot Programme
RequirementsA valid UAE passport and Khulasat Al Qaid (Family book)
17-29 years
Minimum: Grade 12 secondary school certificate
Good command of written and spoken English
Medically fit
TrainingTraining is for approximately four years and is divided into three main phases:
First phase (Foundation Programme): takes place in Dubai at the Emirates Training College. Duration of this programme will be 36-75 weeks and will include English and Aviation English and Aviation Science courses, depending on the trainee’s English language abilities.
Second Phase (Flight Training Programme): takes place outside the UAE (Spain) for 18 months. This phase will provide approximately 223 hours of flight experience to trainees and give them a course completion certificate and a Frozen Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
Third Phase: takes place in Dubai. Upon completion of this phase, trainees are ready to fly large jet aircrafts
End ObjectiveFirst Officer
If you feel you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please complete the online application form.