Flight Training Courses

Private Pilot

Prerequisite: You will need to be at least 16 years old and be in good physical condition to acquire your Medical Certificate, which also serves as your Student Pilot Certificate. You must be able to read, speak and understand the English language.

Duration: The length of your training depends on many factors. First, you need to determine if you want to study full-time, or prefer a part-time schedule. Good preparation in flight theory before you arrive for your training will shorten the time significantly. The average full time course takes between 4 and 6 weeks.

Program: IATA, Inc. uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. Starting with flight theory you will learn about many topics such as aerodynamics, airport operations, radio communications, aircraft systems, weather, weather reports, navigation, physiology and regulations. We offer various tools to help you master flight theory and pass the FAA written test. These include: Supervised Home Study, Jeppesen Video Courses, and Instructional Periods in classes or individually. FAA written tests may be completed in-house at our Laser Grade Test Center. The practical part of the program consists of minimum 30 hours flight time with an instructor (dual time) and minimum 10 hours flight training alone (solo time). Part 141 requires only 20 dual hours and 15 solo hours. During your solo time, you practice what you have learned with your instructor. Progressively, you will be able to perform all of the flight maneuvers and which you will demonstrate during the final exam, which is called the "check-ride".

Valuable Final Product: Private Pilot License (PPL). This enables you to fly aircraft under the category Single Engine Land (SEL) for non-commercial use; the Night Flight rating is included.

Validation: In most countries, the US PPL can easily be converted into a local one. Contact us by e-mail or ask your local aviation authority to obtain more information about the PPL validation in your country.

Instrument Rating

What do you think every VFR pilot dreams about? When it comes to proficient flying, pilots seek a performance level in which competence, accuracy, ease and professionalism are priorities. Few situations are more disconcerting than contending with threatening clouds and marginal weather and struggling with complex clearances. Now with the IATA, Inc. IFR training program, you can progress a step further and enter into a new realm of flying. You will become the proficient pilot that you have longed to be by attaining your Instrument Rating.

Prerequisites: Private Pilot License (PPL). If you are training under Part 61 you will also need at least 50 hours of cross-country time before you take your instrument check-ride. (Note: Not all of your cross-country time during your PPL training will count). The 50 hours cross-country time is NOT required for instrument flight training under Part 141. We recommend a good theoretical preparation before you start the practical training. You must be able to read, speak and understand the English language. If your English is not sufficient, find out more about our English as Second Language (ESL) courses.

Duration: If your VFR flying skills are current and you are well prepared with a general knowledge of instrument flying theory, you can acquire the IFR license within 3 weeks on a full-time schedule. If you require a more flexible schedule, it will take approximately 4-5 weeks.

Program: IATA, Inc. uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. We offer various tools to help you master the theory and pass the FAA written test including Supervised Home Study and Jeppesen Video Courses. The written test can be taken at our on-site Lasergrade/Prometric Test Center. The practical part of the program consists of minimum 40 flight training hours (35 with our Part 141 program) until you qualify for the FAA check-ride. During the 40 hours you will be trained under the IFR training hood. An additional 5-10 hours training in IMC (Instrumental Meteorological Conditions) is not mandatory but highly recommended to sharpen your IFR skills in �real weather.�

Valuable Final Product: Instrument rating. This enables you to fly aircraft under the category Single Engine Land (SEL) for non-commercial use in IFR conditions. You must maintain the FAA minimum flight requirements to maintain your IFR currency.

Validation: In some countries, the US IFR license can be validated without additional testing. However, most of the European countries require an additional written and practical test. Contact us by E-mail or ask your local aviation authority to obtain more information regarding the IFR validation in your country.

Commercial Pilot

There has never been a better time to start a professional career in aviation. Pilot shortages throughout the world will create opportunities for people like you who are willing to invest time and money to reach their goal. It will be one of the most fascinating and rewarding experiences you've ever undertaken to go through IATA´s Commercial Pilot License course. This course offers well organized and fast paced curricula. We offer the finest instruction available along with the most modern fleet of aircraft to maximize your learning process. We will train you as a professional pilot in a Crew Concept environment (Crew Concept Training - CCT) right from your first hour with us. The future is yours, let us help you get there.

Prerequisite:  Private License plus Instrument Rating.  If you already have a pilot license, every hour is credited towards the 250 hours total time, which is required to complete the Commercial Training Program. Under the 141 flight training curriculum, 190 hours is required to qualify for a Commercial License Check Ride. (Credit for hours already flown may apply)

Duration: The average time frame  is 4-6 months based on a full time schedule.

Program: IATA, Inc. uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. We offer various possibilities to master theory and pass the FAA written test, in house, at our Lasergrade test center: Supervised Home Study, Jeppesen Video Courses, Ground School in classes or on an individual basis. Our instructors are experienced and competent with the expertise for efficient and thorough training.

Valuable Final Product: Commercial Certificate. This Certificate allows you to fly for hire or compensation.

Validation: In some countries, the US Commercial IFR license can be validated without additional testing. However, most European countries require an additional written and practical test. Contact us by E-mail or ask your local aviation authority to obtain more data about the Commercial IFR validation in your country.

Multi Engine Rating

Attaining your Multi-Engine Rating is one of the most exciting transitions in flying. When flying at night, over huge bodies of water or rugged terrain, having an additional engine is a reassuring feeling in case of an emergency. Having an additional engine means dramatically increased performance capabilities compared to a single engine. You'll have more speed, improved payload capacity and a better climb rate. However, if one engine quits you will not have the expected 50% of power due to the asymmetrical thrust situation. Engine out procedures will be addressed in the multi engine-training course. IATA, Inc. uses a well-equipped Beechcraft Baron for training. Once you have finished your training, you may be checked out on other multi-engine aircraft and use them for trips anywhere in the United States.

Prerequisites: Private Pilot License (PPL). You may start with your multi-engine license right after your PPL. We recommend a high-performance checkout first as well as some flight experience in a single. This will shorten your training time in the twin. You should be able to read, speak and understand the English language. If your English is not sufficient, find out more about our English courses.

Duration: The VFR Multiengine Rating can be completed in 3-4 days. For the IFR add-on rating, you will usually need an additional 1-2 days.

Program: IATA, Inc. uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. There are no written tests, but a thorough oral exam will need to be completed before your check-ride. The oral will focus on: one-engine-out procedures, aircraft systems, emergency procedures and weight and balance. For the IFR add-on you need to fly two ILS approaches, one with both engines and one with one-engine-inoperative (OEI).

Valuable Final Product: Multiengine certificate VFR or IFR. This rating enables you to fly multiengine aircraft.

Validation: Most countries validate your US Multi License without an additional test. Contact us by E-mail or ask your local aviation authority to obtain more data regarding the IFR validation in your country.

Turboprop Aircraft Course (Turboprop)

The Turboprop Transition is your open door to companies since 90% of airlines or air taxi operators use Turboprop Aircraft worldwide. A turbine transition is the transition you make by moving up from piston powered aircraft to turbine powered aircraft (Turbo propeller). The purpose of this program is to prepare candidates who hold a commercial pilot license with multi-engine and instrument rating for flying turbine powered propeller aircraft in crew conditions.

The IATA Turboprop Transition Program will be in the Beechcraft King Air and/or King Air 90 Simulator. We will train students in the aircraft systems and procedures found in turbine powered aircraft and emphasis CRM -Cockpit Resource Management- in a crew concept environment similar to airline flight crew settings.

Prerequisites: A Commercial Pilot license with Multi-Engine and Instrument Rating. You must be able to read, speak and understand the English language. If your English is not sufficient, you can inquire about our English courses.

Duration: The Turboprop Transition can be completed in 4-5 days.

Program: IATA uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. There are no written tests, but a thorough oral exam will need to be completed to evaluate your knowledge. The oral will focus on: crew operation, cockpit resource management, performance, limitations, aircraft systems, engine, propellers, pressurization, emergency procedures and weight and balance.

Valuable Final Product: This program will enable you to fly Turbine Engine powered aircraft as well as a thorough understanding of turbine aircraft systems. All companies will recognize it as a valuable benefit.

Ab-Initio

The Ab-Initio programs are designed to take non affiliated full time students directly to the Professional Pilot ratings to qualify them to work as a Commercial Pilot. Add-on Instructor ratings are available with minimum required training to enable more latitude in finding flight jobs. This program leads to the following FAA licenses: Private Pilot Airplane, Instrument Rating Airplane, and Commercial Pilot Airplane with Multi-Engine Land. This course offers well organized and fast paced curricula. We offer the finest instruction available along with the most modern fleet of aircraft to maximize your learning process. We will train you as a professional pilot in a Crew Concept environment (Crew Concept Training - CCT) right from your first hour with us. The total flight time upon completion of the program will be at or above 190 hours.

Prerequisite: You may start the program with no aviation experience. In this case you would take the following program route: PPL (private), IFR (instrument), and Commercial with Multi-engine Land. If you already have a pilot license, every hour is credited towards the 190 hours total time (Under the 141 flight training curriculum), which is required to complete the AB-Initio Professional Training Program.

Duration: The average time frame from zero hours to Commercial Multi-Engine is 4-6 months based on a full time schedule.

Program: IATA, Inc. uses the Jeppesen syllabus, which is one of the best in the industry. We offer various possibilities to master theory and pass the FAA written test, in house, at our Lasergrade/Prometric test center: Supervised Home Study, Jeppesen Video Courses, Ground School in classes or on an individual basis. Our instructors are experienced and competent with the expertise for efficient and thorough training.

Valuable Final Product: Commercial Certificate with Multi-Engine Land. This Certificate allows you to fly for hire or compensation.

Validation: In some countries, the US Commercial IFR license can be validated without additional testing. However, most European countries require an additional written and practical test. Contact us by E-mail or ask your local aviation authority to obtain more data about the Commercial IFR validation in your country.

Instructor Ratings

Teaching others how to fly is a challenging task but it gives you additional safety awareness and confidence. If you are a competent teacher and make successful flyers out of your students, you create a great source for gratification and admiration. You also have the chance to build up your flying hours toward the 1500 hours required to obtain your Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license. Keep in mind, maintaining a steadfast commitment is most important to becoming a professional flight instructor. It is a big responsibility, but your personal gains will go beyond your expectations. International Airline Training Academy, Inc. has set the highest standards for its own staff and we expect the same from our future flight instructors.

Prerequisite: Commercial Certificate.

CFI Program: Training can be completed between 3-6 weeks, depending on how current you are with applicable aeronautical knowledge and your commercial flying skills. You need to pass two written tests, the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) and the Flight/Ground Instructor Test (FIGI). Both written tests may be completed in-house at our Lasergrade Test Center. The CFI Training Program includes 10 hours in a Cessna 150 and 7 hours in a Complex aircraft. Emphasis will be placed on overall knowledge, lesson planning and how to teach. After you have passed your flight test, you will be a Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI).

CFII Program: For instructing IFR students you will need to acquire another license. This is called the Certificated Flight Instructor for Instruments (CFII). You will need to pass a written test at our in-house Prometric Test Center. The training program can be completed with our Cessna 172 and includes 10 hours of training from the right seat. You must be proficient at flying IFR from the right seat in order to instruct your first IFR student.

MEI Program: As a professional flight instructor we highly recommend that you acquire the Multi Engine Instructor (MEI). You need approximately 15 hours of multi instruction where you will fly the aircraft from the right seat. All flight operations and procedures will need to be mastered from the right side in this multi engine training. There is no written test required, but an extensive oral and flight test will need to be completed.

The International Airline Training Academy has been authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct aircraft dispatcher training courses which award graduates the FAA Aircraft Dispatcher license. Our curricula have been approved by the Phoenix Flight Standards District Office (PHX/FSDO).

IATA Schools offer a variety of ways to obtain your FAA Aircraft Dispatcher license. Our schedules and fees are published on the following pages.

IATA currently offers two courses for the FAA Aircraft Dispatcher license. Courses for 200 hours of instruction are available.

The 200 hour course is designed for individuals with little or no experience in aviation. This course is offered in 6 weeks day and 8 weeks evening formats.