Estimated costs of flying training

This list here will give aspiring pilots an idea of the costs involved in learning to fly.

COST ITEM	ESTIMATED COST
1. Initial Medical Examination	Check with: ST Medical Service Pte Ltd 492 Airport Road Singapore 539945 Tel: 6488 0635 Fax: 6383 9800
2. Apply for Student Pilot's Licence	Check with: CAAS Licensing Section Office Click here for map and address More information available on our Training page.
3. Join Seletar Flying Club as an Ordinary Member	More information available on our Membership page.
4. Purchase Ground School Material	Refer to our Pilot's Shop page. You will need to purchase: 1. Pilot's Logbook 2. Trevor Thom Volume 1, 2, 3 & 4 3. Human Performance & Limitations 4. Air Law
5. Flights [Only Restricted PPL is offered]	Ordinary Member Rate: Flight: SGD 315 / hour Landing: SGD 2.20 / landing A student pilot will need at least 55 hours of flight time, making approximately 275 landings. Please note however that these numbers will vary depending on the individual's aptitude. More information available on our Membership page.
5. Ground School / Flight examinations	Check with: CAAS Licensing Section Office Click here for map and address 1. Air Law Theory Exam 2. Human Performance & Limitations Theory Exam 3. Aircraft Rating Theory Exam 4. Navigation Theory Exam 5. Meteorology Theory Exam 6. Radio Telephony Theory Exam 7. Radio Telephony Practical Exam More information available on our Training page.
6. Final Handling Test	Check with: CAAS Licensing Section Office Click here for map and address

Taken From: http://www.seletar-flying-club.org/learntofly.html

Singapore deal opens doors for pilot school

A Hamilton flight school has secured a lucrative slice of the world's commercial pilot training market now it has been approved to issue licences to Singapore pilots.

CTC Aviation Training is the first New Zealand flight training organisation and only the fourth in the world to gain approval by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) to train pilots for that country's airlines.

The coup will bring 15 to 30 trainee pilots from Singapore to Hamilton for part of the 18-month course at a cost of $150,000 a pilot each year.

CTC chief executive Ian Calvert said the achievement and other deals being worked on would boost the school's annual turnover of $16 million to between $18 million and $20 million within the next two years.

And earning the approval, which required exhaustive audits and syllabus rewriting, would pave the way for CTC to train pilots for other countries.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10784338

"The advantage of getting a Singapore approval is it was extremely difficult to get," Mr Calvert said.

"They're very tough, and once we've got that then others certainly take notice that we've got it."

Based south of the city, near Hamilton Airport, CTC already trains up to 220 pilots a year, the majority from Britain and about 30 from New Zealand.

Established in 2005, the facility trains pilots to supply its airline partners in Britain, Europe, Asia and Australia.

A full cadet course takes about a year and a half with the first five months in Britain, exams in Singapore, eight months in NZ and the remaining time back in England.

In May last year, CTC formed a partnership with Jetstar Asia to train Singaporean nationals as first officers, the first step in gaining the CAAS approval.

Three of CTC's 50 instructors had to obtain Singaporean commercial pilot's licences before the approval was granted.

Mr Calvert said CTC's international reputation as a safe, high-quality flight training organisation played a major role in attaining the industry achievement.

"Our safety record is outstanding and one of the best in the country.

"Because it is so visible and because there are no second chances for a pilot if something goes wrong, we take it very seriously."

Mr Calvert said residents should not be concerned about the 30,000 flying hours projected for this year because CTC had reduced noise and night flying to mitigate the effects on them.

Each student pilot was estimated to spend $4 in the local and national economy for each dollar spent on training so there was a financial benefit to having the school in the Waikato, Mr Calvert said.

CTC airline liaison manager Captain Martin Peters said the organisation had also gained approval to train pilots for Royal Brunei Airlines in November last year.

It was now targeting countries in Southeast Asia, and China and India.

It was also working with CAAS to enable Singaporean pilots to complete their Airbus or Boeing-type rating training with CTC.

This would allow CTC to deliver a full range of programmes for pilots, instructors and examiners as well as trainees

Taken From:

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10784338

Boeing 737-800/900 NG fixed-base simulator training

衝上雲霄-Triumph In The Skies

The TVB Drama that Inspired me to become a pilot is this drama and this year its coming up with a Part 2 :D

Do I qualify to join Singapore Airlines as a lady cadet pilot?

Do I qualify to join Singapore Airlines as a lady cadet pilot? Pilot Career - Female Pilots Sunday, 17 August 2008 22:21 Dear Capt Lim, Hello there! I am Caroline (not real name) and my dad was a captain with Singapore Airlines on the Boeing 744 fleet, Capt Roy (not real name) I have always wanted to be a pilot too. However, I have all the odds stacked against me. For my first my education, I have 5 O-Levels but not in one sitting. I have English Language, Pure Chemistry, Pure Physics, Geography and Mathematics. However, I scored a D7 for Mathematics and I have mother tongue in another certificate. I then did my foundation in Life Sciences which also has a Mathematic module in it to prepare students for a B Sc course. I have cleared all modules and progressed to the degree program. I am currently completing my degree in Biomedical Sciences. Next is my height and vision. I am 1.45 meters tall and I am partially color blind (red-green) though it's not as severe as I have my driving license. I do not seem to meet most of the prerequisites listed, 5 O's in one sitting and a minimum height of 1.65m. Does that height apply for women too? What about my color vision defect? I have knowledge on aircraft. Caroline Hi Caroline, Looking at the SIA Cadet Pilot requirements you are unlikely to qualify for the appointment as you may not satisfy the educational and height criteria listed below (2 & 3). Singapore Citizen, Singapore Permanent Resident or Malaysian Citizen GCE ‘A' level, Polytechnic Diploma or Degree. In addition, you must have obtained a minimum of 5 Credits in the GCE ‘O' level or its equivalent. These must include English, Mathematics and a Science subject, preferably Physics, taken at one sitting At least 1.65 m in height Visual acuity of at least 6/60, correctable to 6/6.  For candidates who have undergone corrective eye surgery (e.g. Lasik), your pre-surgical visual acuity should not be more than 500 degrees (myopia) Medically fit The issues of education, height, vision and other requirements are also covered in my site as well as in the Forums. Please do a search there or participate in the Singapore Airline Forum. The main Singapore Airlines does not employ lady pilots but, if successful, you are likely to be offered employment with SilkAir, one of the companies in the SIA Group. To clear any doubt that you may have, I suggest that you nevertheless proceed here to access the SIA recruitment system. For your application to be successful, you must complete the assessment portion once you have started to fill it in. Submit your application and wait for the official response. If you experience any technical difficulties or problems during the online application, please send a mail with a description of the problem to Cadetpilot_SIAGroup@singaporeair.com.sg. Taken From:  http://www.askcaptainlim.com/-female-pilots-pilot-43/809-do-i-qualify-to-join-singapore-airlines-as-a-lady-cadet-pilot.html

Queries from a 15-year Singaporean female aspiring pilot?

Queries from a 15-year Singaporean female aspiring pilot? Pilot Career - Female Pilots Sunday, 12 November 2006 05:21 Dear Captain Lim,  I am a 15-year old student, studying in Singapore. I aspire to become an airline pilot one day. I have some enquiries and I hope you will answer them. I have heard about the Singapore Youth Flying Club (SYFC) and I was hoping to join their flying training program. However, I have a shortsightedness of about 600 degrees. So I do not meet their requirements. I was planning to go for lasik surgery at 18 to correct my vision and then join the SYFC. Is the private pilot*s license that I obtain from this program useful in helping me to become a pilot? I also happened to chance upon the RSAF website and I saw the University Cadet Pilot Training Scheme. I have heard that it is easier to become an airline pilot if you were from the Air Force. Is that true? And also, I realize that SIA does not recruit female pilots. I was thinking of joining Cathay Pacific Airways as I have heard of them recruiting female pilots. However, I went to their website and I see that their cadet pilot scheme is for Hong Kong citizens only. What should I do if I would like to join their airline as an airline pilot based in Singapore? So, should I go with the RSAF or the SYFC? Or are there any other ways that I can become an airline pilot in Singapore? Could you give me some opinions about how I should go about realizing my dream to become an airline pilot? Are there any subjects or courses that I should take in Junior College or in the University? Your opinions are greatly appreciated. I look forward to your reply. Thank you, Jasmine Hi Jasmine, A PPL is useful because it gives you the basic understanding about flying but it is not a guarantee that it would land you a job with the airlines. Most airlines with the Cadet Pilot Programs do not require you to have a PPL at all. (They would prefer to select the best candidates and train them up from scratch!) Generally, SIA gives preference to pilots from the Air Force - I mean those from the RSAF. As you have noted, Cathay only employ Hong Kong citizens (or PR) for their Cadet Pilot Program. So there is no way for you to be one of their pilots or be based in Singapore (I am not sure if they do that as Singapore is too near to Hong Kong) unless you meet their residential requirements. I believe, RSAF medical requirement is more stringent than those of SIA. If you are shortsighted, you can still be accepted into the airlines if your vision can be corrected to normal with optical aids (for more details on Lasik surgery, please read my posting in the Forum) but you are unlikely to make it to the RSAF! If you join the SYFC, the medical requirement to acquire a PPL is only a Class 2 Medical Certificate. This is less stringent than an ATPL (Class 1 Medical) to enable you to fly with any airlines. Yes, your other alternatives, beside Singapore Airlines, are SilkAir (they do employ female pilots) or other low cost carriers in Singapore. Please read the Singapore Airlines Forum, as there are a lot of resources and information regarding your other queries. (To other aspiring male & female pilots, please, please, read the Forums and my Website before you write to me as such repeated questions are getting a little too tedious for me now) Wish you all the best!  Taken from:  http://www.askcaptainlim.com/-female-pilots-pilot-43/162-queries-from-a-15-year-singaporean-female-aspiring-pilot.html

Starting a Career as an Airline Pilot

To be a pilot for hire, you need a commercial pilot certificate. You earn your certificate by passing commercial pilot ground school and logging at least 250 flight hours, with allotted time dedicated to certain conditions and maneuvers. After you have logged your hours and passed your written ground school test, you will need to pass a check-ride. A check-ride is something like the driving test we take to get our driver's licenses. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) examiner asks you to plan a flight, quizzes you on aviation matters and then accompanies you on a flight. As in a driver's license test, the examiner requests that you execute certain maneuvers and directs your flying throughout the entire flight. If everything goes well, the examiner issues you a commercial pilot's certificate.

Additionally, a commercial pilot needs an up-to-date first- or second-class medical certificate, aninstrument rating and a multi-engine rating. For you to receive a medical certificate, an Aviation Medical Examiner must verify that you meet the health and fitness requirements to be a pilot. You need to get an instrument rating to fly with low visibility (in adverse weather and in clouds). You receive an instrument rating by passing instrument ground school, logging a specified amount of instrument flight time (flying without visibility) and passing an instrument rating check-ride. To fly planes with multiple engines (most of the planes in commercial use), you need to have some lessons and pass a multi-engine check-ride. At some point, most airline pilots also get an airline transport pilot certificate. This highest pilot certificate allows you to be the pilot in command (the captain) of a large commercial aircraft. It requires that you pass a written test, have a first-class medical certificate, are a high school graduate and have logged 1,500 flight hours including 250 hours as the pilot in command.

To be hired, you need flight experience. Your level of experience is based on the number and complexity of aircraft you have flown, the quantity and complexity of the flying you did (jet or propeller, day or night, local or cross-country, flying with visibility or flying using only instruments, etc.) and which crew positions you've held. Briefly, in the late 1960s, some airlines hired people without certificates or flight time and trained them from the ground up. This was an abnormal practice, and it is unlikely to recur. These days, a major airline hiring a pilot with a freshly minted commercial pilot's certificate (only 250 flight hours) is virtually unheard of. Most successful pilot applicants at major airlines have thousands of flight hours. Secondary airlines (regional or commuter) may have lower requirements.

Timing is everything. You could be the world's most qualified pilot, but if there are no openings for pilots when you enter the job market, a good job will be very hard to find. It's that simple. Unfortunately, timing is something we have almost no control over. There are no guarantees in the airline business. You won't know how your career went until you retire and can look back at it. Boom-to-bust cycles in the economy are magnified in the aviation industry. Bankruptcy, furloughs, airline shutdowns and consolidation have been a big part of the business for years. It can be, and has been for many professional pilots, a rough career ride with many different employers and lots of changes in jobs, towns and seniority. A wise airline instructor at my first airline job told the class, "The future in aviation is the next 30 seconds -- long-term planning is an hour and a half." These are the truest words about the business that I've ever heard.

Taken from: http://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/flight/modern/pilot2.htm

#1 Diploma in Aerospace Avionics (R20)

About the Programme

Asia is shaping up to be a strong growth engine for the global aviation sector. Growing demands from China, India, the ASEAN region and other Asian countries will increase air traffic and aircraft fleet size. Singapore is in a strong position to capitalize on the new opportunities presented by this trend. Singapore is currently a major regional centre for aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO). Increasingly, aerospace companies are also locating their R & D and manufacturing operations here. The 300 hectare Seletar Aerospace Park has been developed to host integrated supply chains, MRO, other business and general aviation activities The MRO sector constitutes about 90% of the S$7.2 billion aerospace industry and employs over 19,000 people. Singapore will continue building its capabilities as an international One-Stop centre in aerospace industry to serve both regional and global markets, supported by the rapidly growing air travel in the region.

In response to this burgeoning industry, Diploma in Aerospace Avionics (DAA) offers an advantage of the immense opportunities in the Asia Pacific aerospace industry.

Programme Objectives

This programme aims to develop you into a knowledgeable and enterprising young professional in the field of aerospace avionics technologies, in particular, aircraft electrical systems, instrumentation, avionics and sensors. You will be adept in the art of problem solving and will be an effective learner in the ever-evolving arena of this high-tech industry.

The programme will provide a well-rounded education comprising both technical know-how and general capabilities. Discipline and specialisation-specific modules will equip you with a solid understanding of aerospace avionics. General modules will help you prepare the ground for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship, as well as train you in communication and lifelong learning skills.

State-of the-art Facilities and Laboratories

DAA students will get to enjoy the modern facilities and equipment in the A320-Aircraft Cockpit Simulator Lab, Aircraft Communications and navigation Systems Lab, Aviation Maintenance Practices Lab, andAircraft Electrical Systems Lab.

Industry Immersion Programme (IIP) and Final Year Project (FYP)

DAA students will go through a 20 weeks internship programme either locally or overseas during their course at RP. They will get an opportunity to work/visit in world class companies like SIA Engineering, Rolls-Royce, ST Aerospace, Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Ltd(SAESL), Singapore Test Services, GE Aviation, Panasonic Avionics Corporation(PAC), Rockwell Collins, GE Aviation, Thales Solutions Asia Pte Ltd, ACE Services and many more.

DAA students will also have a chance to work on projects in collaboration with industry during the 3rd year of their studies. They will also have an opportunity to work on projects such as Singapore Amazing Flying Competition, World Skills Completion.

Student Overseas Study Trips

To prepare students for global economy, the DAA organises 2-4 student overseas study trips every year to countries like China and India. During such trips students get to visit the MRO companies and renowned universities. Such study trips broaden student’s perspectives and prepare them well for global roles in the aviation industry.

Career Prospects

DAA graduates can look forward to excellent career prospects and ample opportunities in the aerospace as well as electronics industries. There are potential employment opportunities available in more than 100 aircraft MRO companies and companies that are engaged in design, development, manufacturing and testing of aircraft flight components or in-flight entertainment systems. Graduates can be employed as assistant or associate engineers in diverse areas such as product design and development, equipment testing, technical marketing, applications support, and manufacturing as well as technical support personnel. The DAA graduates can also become Aircraft Maintenance Licensed Engineer under category B2(Avionics and Electrical Systems).

Further Studies

Graduates may also choose to pursue further education and to this end, all our diploma programmes are designed to meet the requirements for advanced standing in local and overseas Institutions of Higher Learning (IHLs).

You can pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Mechanical Engineering at NUS, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering and Media at NTU, Avionics degree at Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) University, or in any of the overseas universities in (U.K, U.S. or Australia) such as Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (USA), University of Bristol (UK), University of Bath (UK), University of Leeds (UK) and Queensland University of Technology (Australia), University of Adelaide (Australia), and University of New Castle (Australia).

For more information about university pathways, visit RP's Further Studies.  

Course Structure

The course consists of general modules, discipline modules, and specialisation modules. Year 1 covers general modules such as Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving, and Mathematics. Year 2 focuses on discipline modules such as Aerodynamics and Propulsion, and Analogue Electronics. In year 3, you will go on to take specialisation modules and undergo the industry orientation programme.

Each module is equivalent to 4 modular credits (MC).

General Modules (24 MC )

6 compulsory modules: A101 Science   A113 Mathematics   B102 Organisational Behaviour   E114 Mathematics for Engineering   G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving I   G103 Introduction to Communication Practice

Discipline Modules (44 MC )

11 compulsory modules: C105 Introduction to Programming   E112 Engineering Design   E105 Digital Electronics I   E201 Digital Electronics II   E203 Circuit Analysis   E204 Linear Circuits and Control   E207 Communications Systems   E208 PCB Design and Prototyping   E219 Analogue Electronics   E221 Aerodynamics and Propulsion   E232 Aircraft Instrument Systems

Specialisation Modules (20 MC )

5 compulsory modules: E364 Aviation Maintenance Practices   E365 Aviation Human Factors   E366 Aircraft Electrical Systems   E367 Aircraft Communications and Navigation Systems   E368 Auto-flight Systems

Industry Orientation Programme (24 MC )

3 compulsory modules: G901 Creative Engagement   G301 Project   E921 Industry Immersion Programme (4 modules)

Elective Module (4 MC)

Select 1 module from the following list: A211 Advanced Mathematics I – Differential Equations   A212 Advanced Mathematics II – Linear Algebra   E369 Airframe Structures   E371 Turbine Engine Systems   E302 Data Acquisition and Sensors   E312 Data Communications

Freely Chosen Module (4 MC)

Select 1 module from the entire range of modules offered by the Schools and Centres in RP.

#2 Diploma in Aerospace Engineering(R40)

About the Programme

The DAE program aims to give you a head-start in your career in the aerospace industry. The course structure is designed and aligned to the Singapore Airworthiness Requirements (SAR-66), stipulated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). The course consists of Core; General and Discipline Diploma modules provide you with the necessary specialised skills and a good foundation in leading up to a good career in the aerospace industry. Rigorous skills training in our up to date and well equipped facility provides you with the necessary hands-on experience that is crucial before seeking employment in local MRO’s (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) companies. Overseas and local trips to MRO’s provide an in-depth understanding on the workings of these companies and allow you to experience first-hand what makes these companies ‘tick’. The industry immersion program that is part of the training reinforces these experiences and provides you an opportunity to set yourself up for a career in these companies. Electives and freely chosen modules allow you to broaden your knowledge in diploma and non-diploma related subjects.  

Programme Objectives

This programme aims to nurture you into a knowledgeable and enterprising young professional in the field of aircraft and engine maintenance. This includes repair overhaul and assembly of aircraft engines, aircraft structures and a foundation in aircraft electrical systems. The discipline and specialisation-specific modules will provide you with sufficient knowledge and ability to attempt the CAAS SAR-66 module examinations and provide a good foundation in the field of aircraft maintenance. The programme will provide you a well-rounded education comprising both technical and general capabilities. General modules will help prepare the ground for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship, as well as train you in communication and lifelong learning skills.

Career Prospects

As a graduate you can look forward to excellent career prospects and ample opportunities in the aviation industry. With the development of Seletar Aerospace Park and the expansion of companies such Rolls Royce, Hawker Pacific, ST Aerospace, SIA Engineering Company and other MRO’s, companies are always on the lookout for talented individuals who can fill the job placements You can be employed in these companies that specialise in MRO activities. These activities include Airframe, Engine and component maintenance. You can look forward to the following for a stable and rewarding career in the Aerospace Industry:

1. Aircraft Maintenance Licensing
2. Aerospace Research and Development
3. Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
4. Technical Support personnel in MRO’s
5. Technical Support Engineers.

Further Studies

As graduates many opportunities of further education into local and overseas institutions are available. Our program is designed to meet the requirements for advanced standing into these IHL’s (Institutions of Higher Learning). The program provides you diversity so that you may pursue further education in other engineering trades such as mechanical and electrical engineering if you so wish. 

For more information about university pathways, visit RP's Further Studies.  

Course Structure

The course consists of general modules, discipline modules, and specialisation modules. Year 1 covers general modules such as Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving, and Mathematics. Year 2 focuses on discipline modules such as Aerodynamics and Propulsion, and Thermofluids. In year 3, you will go on to take specialisation modules and undergo the industry orientation programme.

Each module is equivalent to 4 modular credits (MC).

General Modules (28 MC )

7 compulsory modules: A101 Science   A113 Mathematics   A207 Physics   B102 Organisational Behaviour   E114 Mathematics for Engineering     G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving I   G103 Introduction to Communication Practice

Discipline Modules (32 MC )

8 compulsory modules: A203 Applied Physics   C105 Introduction to Programming   E112 Engineering Design   E221 Aerodynamics and Propulsion   E233 Thermofluids   E234 Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals   E235 Airworthiness Legislation   E236 Aircraft Materials

Specialisation Modules (28 MC )

7 compulsory modules: E364 Aviation Maintenance Practices   E365 Aviation Human Factors   E369 Airframe Structures   E333 Quality Management   E371 Turbine Engine Systems   E372 Aircraft Inspection   E326 Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma

Industry Orientation Programme (24 MC )

3 compulsory modules: G901 Creative Engagement   G301 Project   E921 Industry Immersion Programme (4 modules)

Elective Module (4 MC)

Select 1 module from the following list: E230 Aircraft Systems   E232 Aircraft Instrument Systems   E367 Aircraft Communications and Navigation Systems  E368 Auto-flight Systems   E334 Reliability Engineering   A291 Materials Science   A292 Polymer and Composite Science   A211 Advanced Mathematics I – Differential Equations   A212 Advanced Mathematics II – Linear Algebra

Freely Chosen Module (4 MC)

Select 1 module from the entire range of modules offered by the Schools and Centres in RP .

Taken from: http://www.rp.edu.sg/Diploma_in_Aerospace_Engineering_(R40).aspx