The CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program Classes at Golden Epaulettes Aviation in Thiruvananthapuram, India is an intensive pilot training program that has been designed to enable pilots to acquire the necessary skills to obtain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL). The program provides a comprehensive combination of ground school instruction, simulator training, and a total of 200 flight hours.
To become eligible and to be able to join the CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program, candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have a Class II Medical Certification from any aviation medical examiner with a valid pilot’s license (PPL). The applicant should possess a minimum of 12th Standard or equivalent qualification and should pass the recruitment test with a minimum of 60% marks.
The pilot training itself will consist of both ground school and simulator sessions. The ground school training is organized to provide theoretical knowledge about the aircraft systems, aircraft performance, navigation, safety, and air regulations. In the simulator training, comprehensive oops & drills and emergency handling will be conducted and tested regularly along with line oriented flight training. Once the 200 flight hours have been completed, the aspirant will be awarded the Commercial Pilot License (CPL) from the Indian Director General of Civil Aviation.