Pilot Training or Flight Training Schools in Nigeria

Pilot Training schools in Nigeria

Pilot Training or Flight Training Schools in Nigeria offer some of the best flight training courses for both local, regional and international students. Students who graduate from these schools become airline pilots, aircraft engineers and flight screws.  If you are interested to becoming a pilot or an aircraft engineer, you may want to enroll in the following flight training schools in Nigeria. (Please note that some of these schools do not offer pilot training, they are aviation management schools and they do not pilot training or aircraft engineering) 

1. International Aviation College
2.  Gibair Aviation Academy 
3. Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT)
4. FlyEagleair
5. Landover Aviation Business School (LABS)
6. Universal School of Aviation (USA)
7. Dhaewood Aviation Business School
8. Falcon Aviation Training 
9. PTM Academy
10. Sky Aviation Training Center 
11. Skywalker Training Center 
12. Helicopter Pilot Training Academy, Ikeja 
13. Javi Aviation Support Services, Ikeja 
14. Aeroport College of Aviation and Travel Management
15. Crew Training Institute 
16. International Institute Of Aviation Training 
17. Institute Of Aviation and Maritime Studies 
18. Lagos Aviation Academy 
19. Lagos Aviation And Maritime Business Academy 
20. Riteway Aviation School
21. Belgrade Aviation Training Institute 
22. Dot Aviation Training Institute 
23. Continental Aviation School 
24. Obafemi Awolowo University Aviation Training Institute 
25. Top Flight International School of Aviation 
26. College of Aviation and Management Studies 

Note : The Top four pilot training or flight training schools in Nigeria is bold in the listing above.  The rest are all flight management schools. 

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Courses that are offered by Flight Schools in Nigeria 

The sources offered by Flight Training Schools in Nigeria varies  in their settings. Most schools offer Pilot Training Courses, Aircraft Engineering Courses and Flight crew training courses. 

Below are courses almost all flight schools in Nigeria offers.

• Private Pilot (PPL)
  
• Commercial Pilot (CPL)
  
• Flight Instructor (CFI / FI)
  
• Night Rating Instrument Rating (IR)
  
• Flight Instructor -
  
• Instrument Multi-Engine Class Rating Mountain Flying CT Ground School Classes

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What are the fees for Pilot Training or Flight Training in Nigeria?

The Flight Training or Pilot Training Fees charged by Nigerian Flight Training Schools varies. This is because, some of the flight schools are run by the government  while others are run by private organizations or businesses. Thus, there is no fixed rate of fees charged by Flight training schools in Nigeria. You have to contact the flight training school to get their fees for the courses they offer. 
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What is the requirement to train as a pilot in Nigeria? 

There are requirements you must meet to qualify for pilot training in flight schools in Nigeria. Eventhough there are other requirements you must meet  the following are some of the requirements needed to apply for Pilot Training in Nigeria.
You must : 

• be 18 years of age to begin.
• have finished your high school education (or equivalent).
• read, write, speak English proficiently.
• have a valid international passport.
• be required to be  a full-time student, attending classes 5 days per week.

How to apply for Pilot Training in Nigeria? 

The application processes for each flight training school varies. You can consult the varies flight training schools in Nigeria on the application opening and closing dates. Though some flight training schools applications open all throughout the year. 

Top Four Schools that Offer Pilot Training and Aircraft Engineering in Nigeria 

•  Aviation International college

International Aviation College Ilorin was established to address the shortage of pilots in Nigeria. It is owned and operated by the Government of Kwara State. The flight school is located in Ilorin, Kwara State. The location is conducive because weather conditions in Ilorin permits more good weather flight days.

Courses offered:

• Private Pilot License Airplane (PPLA)
• Private Pilot License Helicopter (PPLH)
• Commercial Pilot License Airplane (CPLA)
• Commercial Pilot License Helicopter (CPLH)
• Flight Dispatcher Course (FDC)
• Instrument Ratings
• Multi-Engine Rating
• Night Rating

Note : International students accepted 
Entry Requirements

• At least 17 years old,
• Pass medical Exam,
• Secondary school certificate

Apply at 

WhatsApp with +63 916 671 2919
Email: info@aviationfly.com 
Website : ​https://www.aviationfly.com/training-institutes/international-aviation-college-ilorin/

• Gibair Aviation Academy

​Gibair Aviation Academy is a Nigeria based Aviation Training and consulting institution, providing a complete Aviation & Maritime Training to prospective candidate, student, workers, travel organization and Co-operate bodies who wish to make a career in Aviation and Maritime industry. Gibair Aviation Academy is a subsidiary of Gibair Aviation Services that provide an extensive but a comprehensive range of services to the travel public.

COURSE OUTLINE - PPL SUBJECTS

• Principles of Flight (Aerodynamics)
•  Engine and Electrics
•  Airframes
•  Weight & Balance
•  Radio Aids
•  Instruments
•  Navigation
•  Meteorology
•  Human Performance Limitations
• Air Law
•  Radio Telephony
•  Type Tech/ Checklist

COURSE OUTLINE – MASS BRIEF & PRE-FLIGHT BRIEF

• Effects of Controls 1 & 2
• Straight & Level 1 & 2
•  Climb & Descend / Descending 2
•  Media Turns & Steep Turns
• Stall 1 & 2
• Instrument Flying
•  Circuits & Practice Force Landing
• Flight Planning

ELIGIBILITY
HSC, a good understanding of English language, world geography, basic mathematics plus any science course physics/chemistry. Anyone wishing to start a career as a Pilot.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must be above 16 years of age
•  O’ Level Certificate (WAEC, NECO, GCE)
•  Higher Certificate (OND,NCE,HND,BSc)
•  Excellent english skills and any other language.

Apply Now At 
+2348091777132
gibair2005@yahoo.com
website : http://gibairaviation.com.ng/

• ​Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT)

The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) boasts of more than 50 years of experience in providing human resource development in the aviation industry in Africa and is well on its way to becoming a reputable global provider of aviation training. NCAT undertakes training programmes to meet both national and international requirements. Training is also provided in non-aviation specific areas such as computer equipment maintenance and satellite communication principles.

Since its inception,NCAT has produced well over 20000 professionals for the Aviation industry in Nigeria and beyond.

Their  aviation training programmes are in conformity with ICAO standards and recommended practices. The College has recently acquired a 3D Visual Tower Simulator, 2 BELL 206 Helicopters and a B737 Aircraft for Cabin Crew training. Our fleet consists of 14 single engine TAMPICO TB9, 5 single TRINIDAD TB20, 3 Twin engine Beech 58 and 1 TBM 850 aircraft for flight training.

course Programs

• Flying School Courses
• Aeronautical Telecommunications Engineering Courses
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Courses
• Aviation Management Courses
• Air Traffic Services/ Communication Courses

Requirements
​Requirements for each courses varies. Please consult the official website below for requirements and application process.

Apply Now through
The method of application is online. Go the the following website and apply online
Email:
info@ncat.gov.ng
academics@ncat.gov.ng
Telephone:
+2347018741431
+2347015099833 (Academic Affairs)
+2347015099843 (Information Unit)
Please call between 10:00AM – 4:00PM (Mon-Fri) only. 
Address:
Nigerian College of Aviation Technology.
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria .
website : www.ncat.gov.n

• FlyEagleAir

A training school, open to the public (Eagleair Flight Training Centre Limited) was incorporated in 2012 to meet aviation training needs in the sub region.
Course
Online Ground School – Private Pilot is a self-directed study course designed to prepare you to pass the FAA knowledge tests. You can use this course to study at your own pace. The course uses our sophisticated Knowledge Transfer Systems to ensure that you master all of the information you will need to be a competent, safe pilot and to pass your knowledge test with confidence.

Apply at 
https://www.flyeagleair.org/

Other Flight Schools around the world

•  Pilot Training Schools in New Zealand

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