Training Progress at IGRUA
When a cadet joins the
CPL programme in IGRUA, he/she covers various milestones during his/her
training period. These are described below:-
Orientation Week
The first step in IGRUA
starts with a welcome party to the IGRUAn family where the new cadets
interact with their seniors at the academy. Commercial Aviation demands
high standards. Emphasis at IGRUA is not only on flying but also to
mould you as a true professional with high values. After completing the
joining formalities and allotment of rooms in one of the most clean and
well furnished hostel room, training starts with the orientation week.
During this week cadet visits the Flight Operations Center (FOC), and
familiarizes with all the aspects of aircraft operations like runway,
hangars, ATC, navigation aids etc. Familiarization week helps him to
get a general picture of what is expected out of him throughout his stay
at IGRUA. Towards the end of this week, each cadet is given a ride in
the simulator and gets airborne in a training aircraft. |
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Ground School |
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After the orientation
week, starts the “Ground Training Phase”, where the cadet undergoes
intensive training in the core subjects of aviation required for
acquiring CPL (Commercial Pilots License), namely – Air Navigation, Air
Regulations, Aviation Meteorology, Technical General and Radio Aids. The
Ground Training faculty consists of experts who have proven themselves
in their respective fields.
There are online
exams conducted for the same at regular intervals, which determine
whether the cadet is allowed to proceed to the next stage, ie,
flying or should spend more time in ground training till he learns
the subjects. |
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As an airline
pilot needs to be physically fit throughout his aviation life,
special consideration is given for physical fitness. During Ground
Training Phase, cadets undergo PT and games classes compulsorily.
Very good quality games / gym facilities are available and cadets
are encouraged to use them. Swimming pool is open for about 8
months in a year. Focus is also given on English Speaking where a
cadet has to give a public speech on any topic before starting the
daily ground school routine. This helps improve confidence and
communication skills.
IGRUA library has a
wide range of books to study from, over and above the Oxford books
provided to all cadets for the subjects. IGURA leaves no stone
unturned when it comes to giving the best for their cadets, which of
course is followed by great/remarkable results. It encourages cadets
to take mock online tests – designed on the lines of DGCA exams, so
that the cadets are more confident when they appear for the DGCA
exams. The basic aim is to help cadets pass their DGCA exams at the
earliest and be completely prepared for the next stage, which is the
flying stage. Other than that, there is also a requirement to clear
the RT (Radio Telephony) exams, for which the cadets are trained
both in the Ground Training phase and in flying school. |
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Flying School
The flying stage
begins with the Pre-Flight Ground Training (PFGT), which helps the
cadets be prepared for this term. Once the cadet has passed the PFGT
test on his specific aircraft, he appears for the Student Pilot License
(SPL) exam which is in the form viva/oral followed by the FRTOL (Flight
Radio Telephony Operator’s License) written and viva exams.
Once the above 3
criteria’s are met, the cadet is promoted to the most fun-loved
pre-flight stage – Simulators. |
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IGRUA’s simulators are of world class
standards with excellent 1800
visuals where they can simulate any weather and emergency situation
which can occur in real flying. Initial 10 hours of simulator flying is
required to prepare the cadet to be aware of the actual cockpit layout
and the checks and procedures. By the end of the simulator training, the
cadet is well versed with 3 main things: - Orientation, Controls,
Comfort (with respect to being in such a different environment).
Once the cadet is
released from simulators, he/she has the first taste of flight called
“Air Experience”, which happens to be the most thrilling time for all as
beginners, as most of the cadets are new to the field. The flying
syllabus is tailored in such a way that the cadet covers all aspects of
flying apart from meeting the requirements for the issuance of CPL.
Flying tests termed progress checks are also conducted at regular
intervals to ensure that the cadet’s progress is monitored and safety is
not compromised at any point of time. Initial 15 hours are dual sorties
where the cadet flies with a dedicated instructor till he is ready to be
released Solo. Upon completion of the first Solo, cadet is awarded the
“Wings” which he wears on his chest. After completing 4 solo sorties,
he is now check-free for circuit and landing phase. Once 40 hours are
completed, cadet gets his first golden stripe on his epaulette. Next
come the General Flying, Instrument Flying and Cross Country
(Navigation) flying. Upon completing 160 hours, night flying starts.
IGRUA runway is equipped with lighting system which ensures a flawless
progress of night flying without any delay.
During
winters, poor visibility conditions restrict flying at IGRUA. To
maintain continuity in flying IGRUA then operates from Gondia
(Maharashtra). Before the winter sets in, instructors and students
ferry aircraft in batches to Gondia Airport, which is under Airport
Authority of India (AAI). Rooms are provided on a twin sharing basis
at National Institute of Aviation Training and Management (NIATAM)
campus.
After 185
hours are flown on single engine aircraft each cadet gets to fly the
last 15 hours on the Multi Engine aircraft. Upon completing 200
hours, the cadet gets the second golden stripe on his shoulder,
which is a big dream come true for anyone who is passionate about
flying. Having passed all the DGCA exams, as well as all the flying
tests, he then applies to DGCA for his Commercial Pilot’s License
(CPL). |
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CRM and MCC Training
After completion of 200
hours, IGRUA provides each cadet Multi Crew Coordination (MCC) course in
the Diamond DA-42 simulator. MCC is conducted by a well experienced
retired airline captain. While IGRUA training makes each cadet
confident of taking an airplane from one airport to another both in VFR
and IFR, MCC teaches the cadet fundamentals of airline cockpit
responsibility sharing. Operating procedures at major airports in India
are also practiced during this phase. This training helps the CPL
understand his future role and prepares him better for the tasks that
lie ahead. IGRUA is the only flying institute that provides this “add
on” value, training in the form of MCC.
And yes, now you are all
set for any airline job, with CPL + IR + ME rating and lots more. The
training provided here in IGRUA ensures that IGRUANs excel in piloting
in any and every airline.
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