The Eagle Flight Training School

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Obtaining a commercial pilot license from a world standard flight training school in New Zealand can be a dream come through for those who are pursuing career in this field.  The Eagle Flight Training School is where many aspiring students take up training to become pilots and aircraft engineers. 

​The Eagle Flight Training School specialize in training international students to an advanced level as a pre-cursor to entry into the Aviation Industry. The aviation school provides flight and ground training from Ab Initio level through to Private and Commercial Pilot License levels complete with either a Single-engine or Multi-engine IFR  Rating. Eagle Flight Training is also endorsed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) to deliver both training scheme and diploma level qualifications.

Their training is orientated around developing safe, practical and efficient handling of aircraft and systems, and encourages the development of professional level “situational awareness” whilst managing all facets of the aviation environment that Pilots are responsible for.

Eagle Flight Training is located in Gisborne, New Zealand. With a maritime climate (temperate) and having an average of roughly 2000 sunshine hours a year, the dynamic training environment is particularly well suited to flight training. The School is well placed in regard to undertaking all flight training and in particular, Basic PPL, CPL, authentic Cross Country, Mountain Terrain, IFR and MEIR Training and is constantly mentored by experienced instructors.​

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Courses offered by Eagle Flight Training School

These are the courses offered by the Eagle Flight Training School in New Zealand.

•   Basic Pilot Training (PPL Course)
•  Commercial Pilot Training Programme (CPL Course)
•  Commercial Pilot Licence with Instrument Rating (CPL + IR)
•  Advanced Instrument Flight Rules Navigation Training Programme (IFR Course)
• Multi Crew Co-ordination Training Programme (MCC Course)
•   Flight Instructor Training Programme (Flight Instructor Course)
•  Multi-Engine Rating (ME Rating)

Entry Requirements for Eagle Flight Training School 

International Students

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years old at course commencement
• Education: Graduated from High School
• English Language Proficiency:

+ IELTS or equivalent with a score of 6 (no bands less than 5.5) for the Level 6 Diploma Programmes.
+ IELTS or equivalent with a score of 5.5 (no bands less than 5.0) for the Level 5 Training Scheme.

For further information please refer to:
https://www.aviation.govt.nz/rules/advisory-circulars/show/AC61-2

• Immigration: All international students must hold a Student Visa to study in NZ. This can be applied for via www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/options/study upon receiving your “Offer of Place” from Eagle Flight Training and confirming lodgement of “student fees” into the NZ Public Trust Account.
• Medical: Students must obtain a minimum Class 1 Medical Certificate (preferably through a NZ CAA “Approved” Medical Practitioner – see links below) However, if a Class 1 Medical Certificate is achieved via a non NZ CAA “Approved” channel, the student fully accepts that all direct and indirect costs associated with subsequently failing to obtain a NZ CAA “Approved” Class 1 Medical Certificate will be wholly the students responsibility. Note: While a Valid International Class 1 Medical Certificate will be adequate for Eagle Flight Training Registration purposes, it is an absolute prerequisite requirement that before actual “In Flight” Flight Training can be commenced, a NZ CAA “Approved” Class 1 Medical Certificate must be provided by the student. Please do not hesitant to contact us for further information via our “Contact us” facility.

International Medical Examiners:
https://www.aviation.govt.nz/licensing-and-certification/medical-certification/overseas-medical-examiners/
New Zealand Medical Examiners:
https://www.aviation.govt.nz/licensing-and-certification/medical-certification/nz-medical-examiners/

• Aptitude Testing:

ADAPT™ Pre-screening Assessment for Aspiring Pilots

The ADAPT™ online assessment tool was developed by UK-based company Symbiotics and is provided in New Zealand by ServiceIQ, Industry Training Organisation for the aviation industry.

Any of the prospective students are urged to view further information at:https://www.nzskillsconnect.co.nz/eagle-flight-training

• Travel and Medical Insurance – arranged by Eagle Flight Training Limited after having received a copy of a valid NZ Student Visa. Note: It is a requirement that Travel, and Medical Insurance is in place prior to travelling to New Zealand. ​

How to Apply for Pilot Training at Eagle Flight Training School 

The application process to apply to train as a pilot at Eagle Flight Training School is online. Simply follow the online application portal link below.

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Note: There is now due date for this training. It is open all year around

Contact Addresses 
Address: 16 Aerodrome Rd, Gisborne Airport, Elgin, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand​
Phone: NZ: +64 9 2961839
Email: brian.johns[at]aviationschool[dot]co[dot]nz
Email: hai.nguyenhoang[at]aviationschool[dot]co[dot]nz
website: https://www.aviationschool.co.nz/

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