About Eagle Flight Academy South Africa

Eagle Flight Academy offers comprehensive training for aspiring pilots seeking Private and Commercial Pilot Licenses. Prospective students interested in learning more about the flight school or becoming a student can contact the academy directly for inquiries and questions. Here’s a summary of the available resources and steps for prospective students:

Private and Commercial Prospectus:

• Provides detailed information about the academy’s approach to pilot training, emphasizing professional attitude and operational capability.
• Available for download to give you an insight into what the academy offers and at what cost.

Flight Training Quotation:

• Offers an approximate costing of the training.
• Includes important financial aspects and budget/minimum figures.
• Note that actual costs may exceed the estimates to achieve the required standard.
• Also available for download.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

• A helpful resource that addresses common queries and concerns of prospective students.
• Can be downloaded to get answers to typical questions about the academy and its training programs.

Application Form for Private and Commercial Pilot License:

• Necessary for those who wish to enroll in the pilot training programs.
• The form can be downloaded, filled out, and submitted as part of the application process.

For more specific information or to discuss your interest in becoming a student at Eagle Flight Academy, you should contact the academy directly. They can provide personalized guidance and answer any additional questions you may have about their programs, the application process, and career prospects in aviation. The downloadable resources will also be very helpful in understanding the offerings, costs, and requirements of their pilot training programs.

Eagle Flight Academy offers a comprehensive and efficient flight training program for both international and domestic students. Specializing in various stages of flight training up to the Commercial Pilot License with multi-engine Instrument Rating (CPL/IR (ME)), the academy provides a structured and professional learning environment. Here’s an overview of what you can expect at Eagle Flight Academy:

Training Programs:

• Private Pilot (PPL) Training: Designed for beginners to qualify them to fly a single-engine piston aeroplane safely in visual conditions by day.
• Commercial Pilot License with Multi-engine Instrument Rating (CPL/IR (ME)): Advanced training for operational capability in a range of flight conditions.

Course Structure and Duration:

• PPL Course: Commences every six weeks, with a planned duration of twelve weeks.
• Aircraft for Training: Flight training is conducted using well-equipped Sling 2 model aeroplanes.

Location and Facilities:

• Eagle Flight Academy operates at two locations:
  1. Eagle Flight Aerodrome near Hartswater, Northern Cape
  2. Tempe Airfield, Bloemfontein, Free State in South Africa
• The academy is a part 141 CAA approved Aviation Training Organization.
• Training meets and exceeds the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the South Africa Civil Aviation Authority (SA CAA).
• Training is based on the EEC Joint Airworthiness Authorities (JAA) syllabus.

Accommodation and Environment:

• Residential students are accommodated on the flight school campus at Eagle Flight Aerodrome.
• The private aerodrome is exclusive to the academy’s students, ensuring no traffic congestion.
• Proximity to General Flying Area and instrument training facilities for efficient use of training time.

Fleet and Equipment:

• Fleet includes Sling 2, Piper Cherokee 140, Mooney M20, and Piper Seneca aeroplanes.
• All aircraft are owned and operated by the flying school.

Mission and Value:

• Eagle Flight Academy is committed to developing pilots with a professional attitude and genuine operational capability.
• The academy emphasizes providing this high-quality training at reasonable costs.

Eagle Flight Academy’s blend of professional training, efficient use of resources, and excellent facilities makes it an attractive option for aspiring pilots. For more information or to start your journey in aviation training, you can contact Eagle Flight Academy directly.

FLIGHT TRAINING

NATIONAL PILOTS LICENSE

1. Weight shift controlled microlight

Requirements

• A student should be at least 16 years of age for a student pilot license and to go solo.
• A student should be at least 17 years of age to be issued with a license
• Hold a class 4 or higher medical license
• Hold a valid student pilot license
• Valid restricted radio certificate
• Min of 10 Hrs dual flying
• Min of 15 Hrs solo flying
• Complete Exercise 1 to 19
• Principals of Flight
• Air Law
• Aviation Meteorology
• Engines, Airframes & Instruments
• General Navigation
• Human Performance
• Pass a skill test on type

2. Conventional controlled microlight (up to 450kg)

Requirements

• A student should be at least 16 years of age for a student pilot license and to go solo.
• A student should be at least 17 years of age to be issued with a license
• Hold a class 4 or higher medical license
• Hold a valid student pilot license
• Valid restricted radio certificate
• Min of 10 Hrs dual flying
• Min of 15 Hrs solo flying
• Complete Exercise 1 to 19

Passed

• Principals of Flight
• Air Law
• Aviation Meteorology
• Engines, Airframes & Instruments
• General Navigation
• Human Performance
• Pass a skill test on type

3. Light sports aircraft (450kg-600kg)

Requirements

• A student should be at least 16 years of age for a student pilot license and to go solo.
• A student should be at least 17 years of age to be issued with a license
• Hold a class 4 or higher medical license
• Hold a valid student pilot license
• Valid restricted radio certificate
• Min of 20 Hrs dual flying
• Min of 15 Hrs solo flying
• Complete Exercise 1 to 19

Passed

• Principals of Flight
• Air Law
• Aviation Meteorology
• Engines, Airframes & Instruments
• General Navigation
• Human Performance
• Pass a skill test on type

PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE

Requirements

• A student should be at least 16 years of age for a student pilot license and to go solo.
• A student should be at least 17 years of age to be issued with a private pilot license.
• Hold a class 2 or higher medical license.
• Hold a valid student pilot license
• Valid restricted radio certificate
• Complete not less than 45 hrs flight time as pilot of an aeroplane

Total of 45 hrs must include

• min of 25 Hrs dual flying ( includes min of 5 Hrs instrument instruction time)
• min of 15 Hrs solo flying of which at least 5 hours are cross-country flight time; which must include at least one triangular cross-country of at lease 150 NM, on which at leastone point must not be less than 50NM from base and must include full-stop landings at two different aerodromes away from base;
• a Maximum of 5 hours dual instruction may be in an approved FSTD
• Complete Exercise 1 to 19

Passed

• Principals of Flight
• Air Law
• Aviation Meteorology
• Engines, Airframes & Instruments
• General Navigation
• Human Performance
• Flight Planning and Performance
• Pass a skill test on type

CONVERSIONS

At least one hour of dual flying (includes a minimum of three take-offs and landings)

NIGHT RATING

Requirements

• Hold a valid pilot license
• Passed theoretical exam
• 5 Hrs theoretical ground training
• 10 Hrs instrument time of which not more than 5 hrs may be done on a approved flight simulator
• At least 5 take-offs and landings at night as pilot manipulating the controls of the aircraft under dual instruction
• At least one dual cross country at night
• Passed skill test

COMMERCIAL PILOT LICENSE

Requirements

• A student should be 18 years or older
• A valid private pilot license
• A valid class one medical
• A valid general radio certificate
• A valid night rating

Passed

• Aircraft technical and general
• Air Law and Flight operations
• Aviation Meteorology
• Instruments and Electronics
• Navigation
• Human Performance
• Radio Aids and Communication
• Flight Planning and Performance
• 200 Hrs of flight time which may include 20 hrs of flight instruction time in a approved flight simulator training device

Total of 200 hrs must include

• 100 hrs as pilot in command
• 20 hrs of cross country as pilot in command
• 5 hrs of night flying as pilot in command
• 20 hrs of instrument instruction time ( max of 10 hrs on approved flight simulator)
• At least 5 hrs instruction in an aeroplane with adjustable flaps, retractable undercarriage and variable pith propeller or turbojet engine
• Passed a skill test

INSTRUMENT RATING

Requirements

• Student should hold a valid pilot license
• A valid night rating
• A valid class one medical
• A valid general radio license
• 50 hrs cross country flight time as pilot in command
• 40 hrs instrument flight training under instruction of which 20 hrs may be in an approved flight simulator training device
• Passed a skill test

SIMULATOR TRAINING

Requirements

• 5 hrs may be done in a simulator for private pilot license
• 5 hrs may be done in a simulator for instructors rating
• 10 hrs may be done in a simulator for commercial pilot license
• 20 hrs may be done for an instrument rating

MULTI ENGINE TRAINING

Requirements

• 7 hrs of theoretical training
• 11.5 hrs dual instruction
• Passed a skill test

INSTRUCTORS RATING

Requirements

• Hold a valid commercial pilot license or Airline transport pilot license
• Have passed the theoretical knowledge exams
• 25 Hrs dual patter
• 80 Hrs briefing
• Passed skill test