Airline Pilot Training

ATP (A) Integrated

Course

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ATP (A) Integrated Course
for Candidate Airline Pilots
1. Introduction of the course
The ATP(A) Integrated Course is a program designed exclusively by active pilots of world-wide
airlines, members of evaluation and pilot selection committees, as well as airline pilot
instructors and evaluators. This course is a very prestigious training course for obtaining a
professional pilot’s license, as it is a complete training package structured in such a way as to
serve exclusively this exact purpose. The course is aimed mainly at candidates with zero ex-
perience, new entrants in the field of aviation, who have set a goal to occupy a position in the
cockpit of a large commercial aircraft in a short period of time, with a guaranteed career and
development as airline pilots.

The ATP(A) Integrated course is designed to meet the standard requirements set by the airlines
being a very recognized training program that they prefer for their candidate pilots. This
program meets the minimum requirements, set by the EU (European Union) Regulations,
regarding the obtainment of a professional pilot’s license. It is mainly aimed to those who want
to become professional pilots in the shortest time, at the minimum cost.

2. Pre - entry Requirements

Prerequisites for the registration of those interested and wish to study at the Approved Training
Organization FAS PILOT ACADEMY are:

▶ To have completed the 18th year of their age.

▶ Be a graduate of at least high school or other equivalent organization.
▶ Successful completion of the Pre - Entry Assessment
▶ To be holders of EASA Medical Certificate Class 1
▶ Be fluent in English at least intermediate level.
▶ Candidates from third countries are required to issue a training type D visa.

3. The ATP(A) Integrated course training

package includes:
▶ Pre - Entry Assessment
▶ All registration procedures in the organization.
▶ Continuous support during theoretical and flight training.
▶ Continuous monitoring and evaluation of the provided training.
▶ Exclusive training consultant for resolving any training issues.
▶ Complete package of training equipment such as uniforms, books in electronic form in a
modern I-Pad provided by the organization, educational material,
and supervisory training tools.
▶ At least 750 hours of Theoretical Ground Training within an interactive, contemporary, and
fully organized theoretical knowledge training for the 13 required subjects.
▶ Training – Assessment in AREA 100 KSA according to the requirements of EASA upon
copletion of theoretical training, lasting 100 hours in addition to the above.
▶ 200-hour flight training, of which 145 on airplanes and 55 on the organization’s privately
owned simulator.
▶ Regular oral and / or written examinations - evaluations of theoretical knowledge
within the Organization.
▶ English language proficiency assessment and certification according to ICAO-EASA
requirements.

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▶ Practical flight examination to obtain the commercial pilot’s license.
▶ HCAA fees for theoretical and practical examinations as well as for the issuance of the license.
First attempt only.

4. Duration (Flight & Theoretical Knowledge

Ground Training )
The total duration of the course for an average trainee, guaranteed by the organization, is 16
months, of which:

▶ 6 months for the Theoretical Knowledge Ground Training.

▶ 4 months for reviews – completion of theoretical exams.
▶ 6 months for the flight training and final examination.

In addition to the above, for trainees with previous experience or excellent performance, the
duration of the entire training can be reduced to 14 months with the appropriate combination
of theoretical, flight training and examinations at the same time.

Also, for trainees with less time available the total duration of the training can be extended
from 18 to 36 months with the theoretical training lasting 6 months and the flight training
taking up the rest of the time, including the final exams, depending on availability and the
consistency of attendance the candidate can keep.

5. Course Analysis
The ATP (A) Integrated Course consists of the following sections:

▶ PRE-ENTRY ASSESSMENT
▶ ADMINISTRATION – MONITORING
▶ GROUND SCHOOL
▶ FLIGHT AND SIMULATOR TRAINING
▶ MCC TRAINING
▶ INTERNAL EXAMINATIONS – KSA ASSESSMENTS
▶ HCAA EXAMINATIONS
▶ SKILL TESTS

6. Theoretical Knowledge Ground Training

The Theoretical Knowledge Ground Training includes 13 subjects which are defined by EASA
(European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and cover the minimum knowledge needed
by a professional airline pilot. In addition to these, it includes an additional 14th subject, named
AREA 100 KSA, which facilitates the evaluation of the trainees regarding the degree of
assimilation of the provided theoretical education.

The duration of the Theoretical Ground Training is 6 months and covers 750 hours of classroom
instruction by experienced and renowned specialized theoretical instructors.

The organization follows a circular program of theoretical studies, giving to those interested
the flexibility to start their training whenever they wish. The theoretical cycle takes place twice
a year, with the first semester usually beginning in October and the second in April.

The trainee has the opportunity to start his theoretical training whenever he/she wishes, since
in a period of six months he/she will have the opportunity to complete the theoretical course
covering all three modules according to the following table:

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 SEMESTER A SEMESTER B
MODULE A: OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER MODULE A: APRIL TO MAY
A1 AIR LAW A1 AIR LAW
A2 OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES A2 OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
A3 VFR AND IF COMMUNICATIONS A3 VFR AND IF COMMUNICATIONS
A4 PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT A4 PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT
MODULE B : DECEMBER TO JANUARY MODULE B : JUNE TO JULY
B1a AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE - AIRFRAME AND SYST. B1a AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE - AIRFRAME AND SYST.
B1b AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE – ENGINES B1b AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE – ENGINES
B1c AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE – ELECTRICS B1c AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE – ELECTRICS
B2a BASIC INSTRUMENTS B2a BASIC INSTRUMENTS
B2b ADVANCED INSTRUMENTS B2b ADVANCED INSTRUMENTS
B3 AEROPLANE PERFORMANCE B3 AEROPLANE PERFORMANCE
B4 MASS AND BALANCE B4 MASS AND BALANCE
MODULE C: FEBRUARY TO MARCH MODULE C: AUGUST TO SEPTEMBER
C1 GENERAL NAVIGATION C1 GENERAL NAVIGATION
C2 RADIO NAVIGATION C2 RADIO NAVIGATION
C3 FLIGHT PLANNING AND MONITORING C3 FLIGHT PLANNING AND MONITORING
C4 METEOROLOGY C4 METEOROLOGY
C5 HUMAN PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATION C5 HUMAN PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATION
C100 AREA 100 KSA C100 AREA 100 KSA

In case of inability of the trainee to attend the whole theoretical ground training,
the academy gives him the option to join another semester or educational period
(module) or to attend individual subjects free of charge, upon agreement from the
beginning of the registration, or with an additional cost further training can be provided
or even repeat the course.

During the lessons and after the completion of the theoretical ground training, internal
examinations are carried out following the educational system of PAD PILOT and ATP
Questions. In addition, evaluations and practical trainings are carried out for the better
assimilation of the curriculum, as well as a final evaluation of the trainees for the issuance
of the certificate of successful completion of the theoretical training

7. Area 100 KSA

During the theoretical ground training and before the issuance of the theoretical
completion certificate, final assessments in Area 100 KSA are carried out separately
in the following way:

In the context of theoretical knowledge instruction for professional pilot licences, and
according to KSA provisions, for the learning objectives (LOs) in topics 100 02 and 100 03
of Area 100 KSA, trainees will go through at least one formative assessment and two
summative assessments. They will also be tested in at least one KSA mental maths test.

The summative assessments and the KSA mental maths test will be documented in the
student’s training records, while both the summative and the formative assessment(s) will
be debriefed. The mental math test must be satisfactorily completed before the student is
recommended for their first attempt to take their final theoretical knowledge examination
paper at CAA.

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8. Aviation English Test (ELP)
The English Language Proficiency Test has been developed to assess the English language
proficiency in the specific abilities of speaking and understanding, according to the ICAO
(International Civil Aviation Organization) Language Proficiency Rating Scale and the
holistic and linguistic descriptors and the requirements set by EASA. FAS Pilot Academy has
been an approved English Language Assessment Body for more than 10 years.

9. Flight and Simulator Training

FAS PILOT ACADEMY airplanes that are suitable for every phase and equipped as required
provide the best quality training, making the most of the knowledge, means and human
resources. The flight training is divided into 7 phases, covering 200 hours on SOCATA TB9-
TB10, DIAMOND DA40NG, CESSNA, DIAMOND DA42NG, PIPER SENECA II aircrafts and
ALSIM
ALX FNPT II simulator as follows:

PHASE 1: PRO SOLO on SOCATA TB9

PHASE 2: INTRODUCTION TO NAVIGATION AND IR on SOCATA TB9-TB10
PHASE 3: SOLO X-C FLIGHTS AND NR, on SOCATA TB9
PHASE 4: INSTRUMENT FLIGHTS on DIAMOND DA40NG and ALSIM ALX FNPT II
PHASE 5: MULTI ENGINE on PA34-200T & DIAMOND DA42NG
PHASE 6: UPRT on CESSNA
PHASE 7: MCC in ALSLIM ALX FNPT II simulator

In each phase, assessments and examinations are carried out in order to better evaluate the
student’s educational progress. The purpose is to improve the approach of the learner and
provide more effective training, adapted to the performance and characteristics of each
student.

Given the fact that each phase of training requires properly qualified and experienced
instructors, FAS Pilot Academy flight instructors largely meet the requirements of the
Legislation as they come from all parts of aviation such as Hellenic Air force Academy and
Commercial Airlines. The experienced instructors of the Organization are always willing and
are characterized for their communicable skills in the field of professional pilot training.

The daily monitoring of the student’s training flow and progress during the course give the
maximum improvement to his performance.

10. Books
The training organization FAS PILOT ACADEMY has been collaborating more than 5 years with
the most up to date companies for the preparation of aviation syllabus and evaluation programs
of the theoretical training, Pad pilot and ATP Questions. Their materials and training systems are
included in the program and are provided to all students. The package also includes e-books in
interactive format via I-Pad, which is also provided by the Organization.

▶ MEP A/C Pilot’s Information Manual

▶ SEP A/C Pilot’s Information Manual
▶ Complete Training Manual Package of PAD PILOT (http://padpilot.eu/)
▶ Other ATP books and study means
▶ ATP QUESTIONS subscription (12 months)
▶ MCC Training Manual

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11. Student Kit / Student Pilots Accessories
The students at the Organization are provided with the best quality supplies - means of
education for the purpose of consistency and the best organization of the educational activity,
but also the education of the student in an air transport environment.

The best quality of supplies and means of education are provided to the students at the
organization with the purpose of consistency and best organization of the educational activity
in an air transport environment, as follows:

▶ Folding Kneeboard
▶ EASA PART/FCL Pilot’s Log Book
▶ Navigation Plotter
▶ Required charts for training
▶ Jeppesen Airway manual botland for training
▶ Student Pilot Bag (PILOT CASE)
▶ Complete Uniform (2sets) and one flight jacket (shirts, trousers, belt, shoes, tie, epaulets,
wings, flight jacket.)

12. CAA Examination Fees & Flight Skill tests

for all ratings of license
The flight examination for obtaining a professional pilot license for all the ratings included
in this course, is carried out by renowned air examiners, who through their aviation knowledge,
experience and skills, ensure the most accurate and objective evaluation of the candidate as a
professional pilot. The final exam includes:

▶ 03:00 hours on SEP for CPL & CPL/IR on SEP CLASS RATING
▶ 03:00 hours on MEP for CPL & CPL/IR on MEP CLASS RATING
▶ 01:00 hour on FNPT for PBN
▶ Examiners fees

13. Price and Payment Method

The total cost of training for the ATP(A) Integrated course package as described above, is
fifty-seven thousand and nine hundred Euros (57,900 €).

The final settlement is set in equal monthly installments based on the final agreed price of the
package and the final agreed duration. The repayment term or the number of installments is
defined by the total agreed term reduced by two months.

14. Discounts or commission

Special prices and commissions are given to Training Organizations and Operators, Aviation
Agents, Group of students or different ways and duration of payments.

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