Welcome to FTA: Flight Training School in Adelaide

At Flight Training Adelaide (FTA) we provide world-class, customised aviation training solutions for the fixed wing and rotary wing industry.

 

Airline pilot training in Australia requires the appropriate theory knowledge and flying skills to be able cope in an ever-changing flying environment. Flight Training Adelaide (FTA) is a CASA approved integrated flying school, offering an AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) for fixed wing and AVI50319 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter) for rotary wing, with a training ethos focussed on producing future captains through customised face-to-face ground theory and practical flying training.

 

FTA, an internationally respected flying school in Australia, is located at Parafield Airport, South Australia. The college started operations in 1982 and over the years has had a number of corporate owners, including Hawker de Havilland and BAE SYSTEMS. In 2005 the college was purchased by Hong Kong-based Young Brothers Aviation.

World-class training

 

FTA offers airline cadet and self-funded aviation training programs to domestic and international students, including a full range of services like selection, ab initio training and advanced training courses. All FTA training programs are based on integrated learning. This ensures that the student’s theory knowledge, aircraft handling skills, aviation law knowledge and cockpit management skills develop simultaneously. FTA also provides theory classes for the ATPL in Australia.

 

Purpose built training facilities

 

Our training ethos is focussed on producing future airline and helicopter captains, rather than simply training cadets to obtain a licence . To achieve this we have made, and continue to make, considerable infrastructure and asset investments to supply appropriate aircraft and simulators for training.

 

Our campuses have been purposefully designed and built for pilot training in Adelaide, South Australia and Wellcamp, Queensland, with theory classrooms, simulators, aircraft maintenance and administration facilities. The aircraft parking areas and student accommodation are within the campus boundary.

 

Expert staff and trainers

 

Our highly trained and committed staff ensure that the environment and content of our courses complement our facilities and exceed the expectations of our customer airlines, helicopter operators and candidates.

 

All of our courses are delivered in person and we strongly believe that, in our industry, there is no substitute for face-to-face teaching and learning. FTA’s integrated training programs consist of face-to-face ground theory classes and one-on-one flying lessons delivered by dedicated area specialists in flying, ground theory and multicrew cooperation training. We value the personal interactions between students and trainers as part of our high-standard training and know that student engagement in the program directly reflects in their ability to succeed.

 

Whether you are an airline cadet or a general aviation student, either our Adelaide flying school or Wellcamp flying school has the right course for you. We hope the information on our website gives you a good understanding of what we offer at our world-class airline pilot training school.

FTA AT A GLANCE

FLIGHT TRAINING ADELAIDE at a glance

90+

Aircraft & simulator numbers

10

Current airline
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2

Locations

120+

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75,000+

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WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO START FLIGHT TRAINING?
To begin flight training with FTA, you need to meet three main requirements. Firstly, pass tests that assess skills such as academic ability, hand-eye coordination, multitasking, and decision-making. You can find detailed pre-entry criteria on FTA’s website. Secondly, you must be at least 18 years old to start training with FTA, even though younger people can start flying under CASA rules. Lastly, you’ll need a CASA class 1 medical licence before starting your course, though you don’t need it for the initial selection process. More info on CASA medicals is on their website.
ARE THERE ANY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OR SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR FLIGHT TRAINING ADELAIDE PROGRAMS?
FTA does not offer financial assistance or scholarships. However, it should be noted that FTA is a Vet Student Loans approved Flight Training Organisation. Information on Vet Student Loans can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/course-information/student-loans/
WHICH AIRCRAFT ARE TYPICALLY USED FOR TRAINING IN AIRLINE PILOT SCHOOLS?
Flight training organisations usually conduct training using either single-engine piston aircraft or twin-engine piston aircraft. At FTA, we use a fleet of Diamond aircraft for our training operations. Single-engine training is conducted on the Diamond DA40 aircraft, while twin-engine training is performed using the DA42 aircraft. Additionally, FTA use suitable simulators to enhance and complement the practical flying experience gained in our aircraft.
WHAT STEPS SHOULD I TAKE IN ORDER TO BECOME AN AIRLINE PILOT?

There are numerous pathways to becoming an airline pilot. One pathway, which is the one taught at FTA, is as follows

 

Step 1. Complete a AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane)

On successful completion of an AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane), you will be a commercial pilot. As such you can exercise the privileges of the licence and gain renumeration from flights you undertake. However, this licence is very limited in that you will only be able to conduct flights on a single engine piston aircraft, under limited meteorological conditions

Detailed information on FTA’s AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/?wpdmdl=43596

 

Step2. Complete a AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Multi-Engine Aeroplane

 

On successful completion of a AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Multi-Engine Aeroplane, you will be able to operate aircraft with two engines, using instruments, thus eliminating meteorological limitations.

Detailed information on FTA’s AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Multi-Engine Aeroplane can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/?wpdmdl=43606

Successful completion of these two steps will get you the minimum qualifications to apply for a first officer position with an airline. If you are successful in getting a job with an airline, the airline will provide training towards a type rating course.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BECOME A PILOT IN ADELAIDE?
Detailed costs on our programs can be found here
AVI50222 Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/?wpdmdl=43596 AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) Multi-Engine Aeroplane can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/?wpdmdl=43606
ARE THERE OTHER AVIATION CAREER PATHS OTHER THAN AN AIRLINE PILOT?

Yes. A very popular career path is FTA’s instructor program. On completion of your training, you can undertake a further rating, being an AVI50419 Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) Aeroplane.

On successful completion of the AVI50419 Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) Aeroplane you will be a qualified flight instructor (QFI) and be in a position to teach others to fly. It should be noted that FTA recruits heavily from its AVI50419 Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) Aeroplane graduates. Statistics show that pre Covid approximately 90% of graduates were employed as QFIs by FTA, and post COVID QFI recruitment is close to that figure.

Detailed information on the AVI50419 Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) Aeroplane can be found here https://www.flyfta.com/?wpdmdl=43751

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