FAQ
Q. Do I need a visa to study in Australia?
A. Yes a student visa is required for any study undertaken in Australia that is expected to be longer than 3 months. An information pack detailing the application process can be obtained from your nearest Australian Embassy or by visiting www.immi.gov.au
Q. As an overseas student, can I obtain work in Australia while studying?
A. Candidates on a Student Visa are required to do full time study but you can apply for permission to work once you have commenced your full time studies. If you are given permission to work, there will be restrictions on the number of hours you will be allowed to work in a week (usually 20 hours/week). For more information please visit www.immi.gov.au
Q. I have an overseas PPL. Can I get credit for my past flying experience?
A. Yes. The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Regulations provide for the recognition of foreign flight crew licences as the basis for the issue of an Australian licence. For more information please visit www.casa.gov.au
Q. What type of flying experience will I need to get a job with an airline?
A. Different airlines have different policies relating to the required flying experience for recruits and it is best to contact prospective employers to seek advice on this matter. However, it is common for regional airlines to require in excess of 500-1000 hours total flying time before considering someone for a position. Major airlines such as QANTAS, Virgin and overseas airlines usually require in excess of 2000 hours. Students will have approx. 150-200 hours after completion of a CPL. This shortfall is usually addressed by taking on other flying jobs prior to applying to the airlines. Such jobs include: charter flying, freight flying, scenic flights and flying instruction.
Q. When can I start training?
A. Students can start at any time throughout the year
Q. Can I do a Command Instrument Rating (CIR) at the AFTC?
A. Yes, provided students have done their CPL training with the AFTC
Q. What are the academic entry requirements?
A. Typically, an educational background in English, Maths and Physics will help when studying towards a CPL. For those whose English is not their mother tongue, they will require to have proof of English academic achievement in the form of IELTS, TOEFl or TOEIC scores. Minimum scores and criteria can be found on www.casa.gov.au
Q. Are any sponsorships available at the AFTC?
A. No. The majority of the FTA College Airline customers offer fully sponsored cadet programs to applicants from within their own country. Enquiries about cadet rograms should be made directly with the Airlines, and more specifically be made to the Airlines in your region.
A. Yes a student visa is required for any study undertaken in Australia that is expected to be longer than 3 months. An information pack detailing the application process can be obtained from your nearest Australian Embassy or by visiting www.immi.gov.au
Q. As an overseas student, can I obtain work in Australia while studying?
A. Candidates on a Student Visa are required to do full time study but you can apply for permission to work once you have commenced your full time studies. If you are given permission to work, there will be restrictions on the number of hours you will be allowed to work in a week (usually 20 hours/week). For more information please visit www.immi.gov.au
Q. I have an overseas PPL. Can I get credit for my past flying experience?
A. Yes. The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Regulations provide for the recognition of foreign flight crew licences as the basis for the issue of an Australian licence. For more information please visit www.casa.gov.au
Q. What type of flying experience will I need to get a job with an airline?
A. Different airlines have different policies relating to the required flying experience for recruits and it is best to contact prospective employers to seek advice on this matter. However, it is common for regional airlines to require in excess of 500-1000 hours total flying time before considering someone for a position. Major airlines such as QANTAS, Virgin and overseas airlines usually require in excess of 2000 hours. Students will have approx. 150-200 hours after completion of a CPL. This shortfall is usually addressed by taking on other flying jobs prior to applying to the airlines. Such jobs include: charter flying, freight flying, scenic flights and flying instruction.
Q. When can I start training?
A. Students can start at any time throughout the year
Q. Can I do a Command Instrument Rating (CIR) at the AFTC?
A. Yes, provided students have done their CPL training with the AFTC
Q. What are the academic entry requirements?
A. Typically, an educational background in English, Maths and Physics will help when studying towards a CPL. For those whose English is not their mother tongue, they will require to have proof of English academic achievement in the form of IELTS, TOEFl or TOEIC scores. Minimum scores and criteria can be found on www.casa.gov.au
Q. Are any sponsorships available at the AFTC?
A. No. The majority of the FTA College Airline customers offer fully sponsored cadet programs to applicants from within their own country. Enquiries about cadet rograms should be made directly with the Airlines, and more specifically be made to the Airlines in your region.
