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Welcome to the International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Ltd (IAANZ)

Aviation is a highly skilled and professional industry. It is also an expanding industry, providing constant challenges and requiring of its pilots to posses the best possible training and qualifications. The International Aviation Academy of New Zealand is the only dedicated full time professional flight organization of its type operating from a major international airport. The Academy is also the largest operation of its kind in New Zealand; however care is taken to give individual and personal attention to each one of our students. Our professional flight instructors have proven their abilities to testing and examining officers of the Civil Aviation Authority and Aviation Services Ltd. Career opportunities stretch internationally for holders of New Zealand professional pilot licences. Academy pilots train in an environment, of varied weather patterns and terrain known to aviation employers all over the world. Our Academy trained pilots are working in England, Europe, U.S.A, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Japan, Asia, the Gulf States, Africa and of course New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific. Between the Academy and its parent organization, the Canterbury Aero Club, flight training has been our business since 1928. While aviation in the 21st Century is a vastly different industry from those early days, the years of experience and continuity within our flight training organization are invaluable to our students and recognized by employers. Academy students have the advantage of access to a large aircraft fleet, comprising of basic trainers to multi engine instrument equipped aircraft including 6 glass cockpit equipped aircraft. Our aircraft are maintained to the highest possible safety standards by our own Engineering divisionanother unique feature to our organization. Learning to fly at an airport where the traffic mix ranges from B747s to 10 seater commuter and corporate aircraft, puts our students in a professional environment and gives them an advantage from the start of their training. The Academy has exclusive use of its own satellite airfield just 8 kilometres away, offering a quiet, focused training ground just outside the Christchurch air traffic zone. Such flexibility is unparalleled in New Zealand. We have been approved to deliver eight qualifications and can schedule a programme to meet your individual needs.

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General Information about the International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Ltd
Delivery of the courses The Academys courses are delivered at our purpose built complex located on the western side of the Christchurch International Airport, within the Harewood Aviation Park, Pound Road, Harewood, Christchurch. (We are the large yellow building you see in front of you when you turn into the aviation park!).

Transport The Academy is only ten minutes drive from the main terminal buildings and most students purchase a motor vehicle or bike for transport. Some students elect to car pool. Second-hand cars are cheap and available from NZ$1000 upwards. Driving licence of your home country will be valid for a period of 1 year from your first entry into NZ.Unfortunately there is no public transport out to the Academy.

Facilities The Academy has impressive facilities that include a large fleet of aircraft ranging from 2 seat trainers to multi engine instrument flight rating trainers, 2 aircraft hangars, an engineering work shop, 3 large airconditioned lecture room, 9 pre or post flight briefing rooms, a flight planning area, flight simulators, a large viewing lounge with a deck that looks out onto the airport and the port hills of Christchurch, several small meeting rooms and an onsite caf. There is also an onsite bar and social facilities.

Staff The Academy employs a staff of some 35 qualified flight instructors and specialised theory lecturers. They are committed to assisting their students to achieve their career goals. Career Information While at this time, there is a worldwide shortage of qualified pilots, we recommend all applicants to research their employment options by speaking with potential employers in the industry and understanding the growth potential in the industry.

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Accommodation Options: Christchurch is a university city and has a ready supply of well priced good quality and warm accommodation within easy commuting distance of the Academy.

Flats and Apartments Generally, a flat will cost approx. $100 $150 per person depending on the type of flat, although this can vary. Other shared costs include power, phone, internet access and food. Contents insurance is also recommended. Houses or apartments can cost more: a 3 bedroom house, with a single garage can cost approx. $240$350 or more per week depending on the area, the age of the house and other facilities offered, i.e. white ware. A good website to use while looking for a rental property is: www.trademe.co.nz here you can find photos, prices and contact details for the rental property. Bonds Leasing a flat or house also requires the payment of a bond. The amount can vary and will depend upon whether you find the accommodation through a real estate agent or privately. Property found through a real estate agent usually incurs a bond which is equivalent to 2 weeks rent, however sometimes this can be up to 4 weeks. This money must be placed into the Government Bond Centre and will be returned to you after you release the lease, subject to a house inspection.

Finders Fee Some real estate agents will ask for a finders fee. This can vary from the equivalent to 2 weeks rent to a months rent. Privately found accommodation does not generate a finders fee. International students in some cases are required by the Department of Immigration to have accommodation arranged prior to applying for their student visa. Students can elect to pre pay accommodation and will receive a letter guaranteeing accommodation for the duration of the payment. Alternatively, students may make their own arrangements for accommodation.

Homestay Homestay is where a student chooses to live with a New Zealand family for the duration of their study. Homestays offer many advantages to students who come from a different culture as the family will help them get used the way we do things here in New Zealand. The costs of this type of accommodation vary depending on the number of meals the student wishes the family to pre pare varies from NZ$200 to $250 per week. For more information on home stays please check out: www.christchurchhomestay.org; www.newzealandcare.co.nz
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Support Services The Academy has contacts with several support services including Citizens Advise Bureau, Com munity Law Centre, Christchurch Library, counselling, general medical enquiries and other issues that may arise. Names of each organization can be obtained from the administration team. Health Support As all student pilots in training have a medical clearance each year, generally the need for health support is reduced. However, students are advised to consult an aviation medical assessor for most health issues.

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NZQA Approved Courses Continued.

The International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Limited has been approved by the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) to deliver the following courses:
PC 1024 Private Pilot Licence Based on 12 weeks of study this course includes 6 theory papers and 55 hours flight time. This course is suit able for students interested in flying for recreational use. This course is available to self funded students only. All International students who apply for this course will require a visa, a student visa can be obtained but training for up to 3 months can be done on a visitors visa. Once the 3 month period is complete training can be continued by extending the visa. PC 1311 Commercial Pilot Licence/ Multi Engine Instrument Rating This course is based on 230 hours flight time and includes PPL training. This is a 52 week programme and is suitable for students interested in becoming an airline pilot for local and overseas airlines. Diploma courses and student loan funding is available for New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents. PC 1311 Commercial Pilot Licence/Multi Engine Rating (Suitable for Indian students) This course is based on 222 hours flight time and includes PPL training and Multi Engine Rating.. This is a 44 week programme and is suitable for students interested in becoming an airline pilot in India. This covers the requirements for issue of Indian DGCA CPL with Multi Engine Instrument Rating after certain fulfilling certain requirements in India. PC 1347 Commercial Pilot Licence/ Single Engine Instrument Rating (Suitable for Sri Lankan students) This course is based on 230 hours flight time and includes PPL training. This is a 52 week programme and is suitable for students interested in becoming charter pilots or seeking employment in Single Engine Aircraft only. Diploma courses and student loan funding is available for New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Resi dents. PC 2081 Commercial Pilot Licence (Suitable for Malaysian students) This course is based on 200 hours flight time and includes PPL training. This is a 44 week programme and is suitable for students interested in a career in scenic and agricultural operations. Diploma courses and student loan funding is available for New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents. PC 2082 Private Pilot Licence/ Commercial Pilot Licence Theory Based on 22 weeks of study this course includes 12 theory papers and 55 hours flight time. This course is suit able for students interested in flying for recreational use. PC 2083 CPL Theory (Only for self funded students) Based on 11 weeks of study this course includes 12 theory papers. There is no flying included in this course. PC 1310 Instrument Rating Based on 12 weeks of study, this course includes 3 theory papers and practical training that consists of 45 hours flight time, it can be done in either a single engine or multi engine aircraft. Those interested in this course are required to have 50 hours Pilot In Command cross country time prior to commencing this course. This course is for self funded students only PC 1361 Instructor Rating Based on 12 weeks of study, this course includes 75 hours of training and hour building. 6 weeks of the course is hour building and 6 weeks are in the classroom. All students require 100 Pilot In Command Time before commencing this course. Student loan funding is available for New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Course applicants with prior aviation experience e.g. Previous flight experience, logged hours or flight crew licence may be recognized where appropriate, towards your future training requirements and pilot qualifications.
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Class 1 Medical Certificate

All students studying for a New Zealand Pilot's Licence must have a Civil Aviation Authority Class 1 or 2 Medical. Commercial Pilot training requires a Class 1 medical and Private Pilot Training requires a Class 2 medical only. Ideally it is advised to complete this medical before course commencement. Please check out the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for a list of approved medical examiners. In New Zealand: http://www.caa.govt.nz/medical/amenz.htm

Around the world: http://www.caa.govt.nz/Script/AMA_DME_OS.asp Note: A new Medical Certificate Application Fee of $313 (including GST) applies from 01 Nov 2012, and must be paid at the time of application for each issue and renewal of a medical. http://www.caa.govt.nz/medical/medical_home.htm

IAANZ will require a copy of your medical for filing. Please send through a copy or bring it in for copying once you have received it. Any student who cannot obtain a Class 1 or 2 medical (depending on the type of training) will not be able to commence the chosen course. If you have any questions regarding the medical process please contact an approved medical assessor.

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Current Academy Policy

A policy is defined as the IAANZ position or strategy in regard to a core process. A policy defines the parameters for decision making and clarifies compliance issues. Therefore the following polices listed below have been approved by either the CEO and/ or the IAANZ Directors. Academic The IAANZ maintains a policy that the student / lecture ratio will be 1:30. Academic: Policy on a Students Eligibility to sit an ASL Exam Any IAANZ student who has failed inclass tests or assignments continuously, or has not met the required attendance level, may not be permitted to sit the ASL exam for that theory lecture. This student will be required to resit theory lecture at a later date. If an exam slip has been issued, the IAANZ will request a refund of the exam fee but the student may be required to forfeit the exam fee. Academic: Tutorial Policy Any student who fails an inclass assessment or quiz or who fails to attend the required number of lectures will be advised by their lecturer and may be withdrawn from their exam and required to attend tutorials. Policy on Class numbers The IAANZ maintains a policy of keeping class number to a maximum of 30. Policy on Student Attendance All student are required to be in attendance daily (MonFri) from 0800hrs1700hrs unless express permission has been granted by management or the students instructor. Equity of Access to Educational Opportunities Policy The IAANZ maintains a policy of equity of access to educational opportunities to all applicants who meet the entry criteria and are able to satisfy the Civil Aviation Authority medical and definition of a fit and proper person criteria. Payment of accounts The IAANZ maintains the parent companys policy of payment of all flying on completion of the flight. As all Academy students are Aero Club members they must refer to the Club ByLaws for detailed information on the payment policy. Exceptions to this rule are Academy students who are drawing student loans as their funds are either held in their training accounts by the IAANZ or are paid on a monthly basis from NMIT. All other students must ensure they sign the funding form identifying when and how they will pay for their training. All students who are unable to pay their training in time will be placed on a Stop Fly until the issue is sorted. Their log books may be kept by the CEO until the debt issue is resolved. The IAANZ have the right to withhold any issued CAA licences and the log book until the account is settled.
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Student Debt Collection Policy IAANZ All students who are not able to settle their accounts in full by course end may be forwarded onto a debt collection agency. IAANZ prefers not to use a formal debt collection agent to seek settlement of outstanding debts but will use this channel if required. Policy on Refunds of Deposit IAANZ The deposit will only be refunded if the applicant (i) is not offered a place on any course with the IAANZ; or (ii) the applicant is unable to get the required NZ CAA Class One medical clearance; or (iii) the applicant has been refused visa for entry into NZ or (iv) the applicant withdraws their application prior to commencement of the course. The deposit is not refundable once the course has commenced.

Student Refund 8 Day Policy International/ Self Funded Students Students who enrol with IAANZ and leave within 8 days of course commencement will have any unused fees refunded. However, please note that IAANZ may elect to keep an administration fee of $500. If this occurs students will be advised of this at the time. We prefer students to advise IAANZ in writing of this intending withdrawal. International: Student fee refund policy All international students are asked to refer to the refund policy for detailed information as the normal refund policy applies. All funds held at the Academy will be refunded once any debt incurred with the IAANZ has been cleared.

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Application/ Enrolment Process

The International Aviation Academy of New Zealands (IAANZ) training programme is founded on over 84 years of experience in Flight Training. Our graduates are part of a proud tradition of pilots who began with little or no experience, progressing through their licence and ratings to the status of professional airline pilot.Our ability to operate within the professional atmosphere of an International Airport gives the student pilot an advantage within the aviation industry and an awareness of the demands of modern aviation. New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) Approved The IAANZ offers a variety of courses that are NZQA approved and we have been enrolling over seas students for several years. The IAANZ is also a signatory to the Code of Practice and are very knowledgeable about the student visa and immigration requirements for applicants from overseas. Location of IAANZ The courses are delivered at our premises which are located on the western side of the Christchurch International Airport in the Harewood Aviation Park, Christchurch, New Zealand. If you have further enquiries about IAANZ please feel free to email Mr Jay Peters our Chief Flying Instructor: jaypeters@cac.co.nz or Mr Jonathan Manuel our International Marketing Manager: jonathan@cac.co.nz

Application Process: If you wish to apply please download an application form from our website: www.flighttraining.co.nz or contact IAANZ on 0064 3 358 0477 Please send your application by email or into: The International Aviation Academy of New Zealand PO Box 14006 Christchurch International Airport Christchurch NEW ZEALAND Please attach copies of your passport or birth certificate, academic records and IELTS (International English Language Test Score) to your application. Offer Letter: Once your application has been received you will be contacted and advised the outcome of your application. IAANZ will send you a Letter of Offer once you have received the letter you will then be required to apply for a student visa. You can download application forms from the New Zealand Immigration website: www.immigration.govt.nz

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Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students

Immigration: Immigration will require your offer letter, receipt of payment of course fees, a letter from your homestay family or landlord confirming your accommodation (optional) , a police clearance from your home country and possibly a medical xray. The visa process usually takes 6 8 weeks to process. Payment: Your invoice from IAANZ will state the due date of your fees and include the Public Trust bank account number for transferring funds, if you wish to pay by other method please contact IAANZ. You will be issued a receipt once your payment has been received. Please make sure your fees are paid by the due date specified. Medical: All students require aviation medical prior to course commencement. A Class 1 Aviation Medical is required for any person training further than a Private Pilot Licence. You can find a list of approved medical assessors on the NZ Civil Aviation Authority Website: www.caa.govt.nz All student who wish to train for PPL or CPL will have to obtain appropriate medical certificate before course commencement. Accommodation: Accommodation must be organised prior to your arrival in New Zealand, you can contact IAANZ for information on accommodation. Immigration might in some cases require confirmation of your accommodation before they issue a visa. Arrival: Please advise IAANZ of your date of arrival. If you are booked in with a home stay they will usually greet you at the airport or contact IAANZ if pick up is required. IAANZ hold an Orientation Day the Friday before each course start date, the date will be advised in your offer letter, please make sure you can attend as your stationery and uniform will be handed out and it is a chance for you to meet your other classmates and staff members. Application Withdrawal: If you choose to withdraw your application with IAANZ please make sure you advise IAANZ as soon as possible.

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Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students

Who is an International Student An International student is a foreign student who studies in New Zealand on a student study visa. The visa is issued by the New Zealand Immigration Service. Student Visa and Permit Regulations All students studying in New Zealand on a course that lasts longer than 12 weeks must have a valid student visa/ permit. It is important that international student do not let their student visa expire. It is easy to renew, the Academy administration can assist with this process. International students must show full attendance at the Academy and meeting all course requirements is also a requirement of the visa. Full attendance means that students must be present from 0800 to 1700 hrs or as requested by their lecturer or flight instructor). ImmigrationFees It is a student visa requirement that all students pay their course fees in full in order to obtain a student visa. A receipt will be issued by IAANZ upon payment. Immigration will require a copy of this receipt to proceed with your visa application Full details of visa and permit regulations, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service and can be viewed on their website: www.immigration.govt.nz The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students The International Aviation Academy of New Zealand has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. Copies of the code are available of request from this institution or from the Ministry of Justice website at: www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international Medical and Travel Insurance International Students require appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. If accepted on to a course you will be sent an insurance application for you to complete and sent back to IAANZ. For information on what this insurance will cover please visit: www.orbitprotect.co.nz

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English Language Requirements

The Academy welcomes all applications from students from nonEnglish speaking backgrounds but they will have to ensure that they satisfy any of the following requirement of Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand. Rule 61.105(a)(3) requires a person to have sufficient ability in reading, speaking, understanding and communicating in the English language to enable them to adequately carry out the responsibilities of a pilot-in-command of an aircraft before a flight instructor can authorise the person to fly solo as a student pilot. In order to meet this English language communication requirement the student needs to provide suitable evidence that one of the following English language assessment requirements have been met: 1. the student has completed at least 2 years secondary education in an Australian or New Zealand educational institution, or the equivalent of a New Zealand secondary education in a country where the instructional language was English:

2. the student has been employed in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, or UK for at least 3 years 3. the student has demonstrated proficiency to at least Level 4 (Operational) of the ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale: 4. the student has attained at least the minimum score in any of the English language proficiency tests in accordance with the following Table of English Language Proficiency Tests:
Table of English Language Proficiency Tests

TEST International English Language Testing System (IELTS) General Training Module (GTM) Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) TOEIC Australia and New Zealand Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) internet based test http://www.ets.org/toefl/ Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) computer based exam Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper based

MINIMUM SCORE Overall grade of 5.5 and no paper lower than 5 650

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English Language Requirements

Aviation English Language Proficiency Assessment Proficiency in the use of the English Language is compulsory for the issue of pilot and ATS licences from 8 May 2008. This is a Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requirement. To be eligible for this test candidates are required to have successfully passed their PPL exam subjects. This is to ensure that they will have sufficient aviation knowledge in order to give adequate responses to the questions posed. There are two test options: 1. Level 6 Proficiency Demonstration (L6PD) The L6PD is designed to confirm the level 6 capability of proficient English language speakers. The test of 7 to 10 minutes is conducted over the telephone which connects to the testing computer. Human voice prompts are stored in a computer and randomly selected. The candidate responses are stored by the computer and rated off line via internet access to the computer. Although the test is effectively run by a computer, the candidate only hears a recorded human voice. The test has been designed by the Auckland University Head of Linguistics with assistance from pilots and the responses are listened to and rated by trained and formally qualified linguists. The test which uses English in an aviation context was designed specifically to meet the ICAO Document 9835 guidelines. The L6PD is rated for Pronunciation, Structure, Vocabulary and Fluency. The only out comes of this test are achieved Level 6 or not determined. If level 6 proficiency is not achieved the candidate is required to do the FLE 2. Formal Language Evaluation (FLE) For persons who fail the L6PD or, who opt to take the FLE (for example persons for whom English is not a first or a very good second language) the FLE is available. This test has both a direct and an indirect element and will take 2025 minutes. The indirect element is very similar to the L6PD described above and is conducted in the same way. The direct element is an interview with a live examiner and is designed to test comprehension and interactions (in addition to the four characteristics rated from the indirect element refer to the ICAO Proficiency Rating Scale contained in AC611. The result from this test will be one of the following: level 6, level 5, level 4 or failed. (given the more thorough nature of this test it still possible to obtain a level 6 result even after getting a not determined result from the L6PD). On completion of the semi direct element of the FLE the candidate is then connected to a live examiner (the interlocutor) who conducts a conversation covering aviation topics, which is recorded and then rated. The FLE is rated by two examiners independently. Again, this test has been purpose designed to conform to the requirements of the ICAO Document 9835 and the rating conventions prescribed in this document are followed (for example, the test outcome is the lowest rating achieved in across all of the rated parameters). All of the testing is conducted via the telephone because that more accurately replicates the operating environment and eliminates body language communication that would occur in face to face interviewing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What advantages does the International Aviation Academy have? You are able to train in the professional environment of an international airport if you are aiming to become an airline pilot, it makes sense to train in a working airline environment. You will have the use of our own satellite airfield at West Melton, 5 minutes flying time from Christchurch Airport. There will be times, particularly at early stages of training, when the quieter environment of our own airfield at West Melton will be a more suitable training ground. West Melton has 6 runway vectors and is for the exclusive use of our pilots. Christchurch has excellent weather with high sunshine hours. We have three large training areas and three low flying areas in close proximity. You will have the use of our large fleet of 35 aircraft, single and multi engine fleet. We are the largest operation of our kind in New Zealand. As a student of the Academy you will receive automatic membership of our parent company, the Canterbury Aero Club. This will give you reciprocal rights to a network of some 50 Aero clubs in New Zealand thus giving you the advantage of obtaining briefings and "local knowledge" on cross country flights away from your home base. You will have access to our large engineering facilities which not only provide prompt, safe and efficient "in house" maintenance of our fleet, but allow you a valuable insight into maintenance operations. Christchurch is a welcoming city with wide open, clean green spaces, pure artesian water drink able from the tap, a safe and caring community.

Which course is suitable for me? This depends on your final goal. If your goal is to fly for an airline, you will require a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) and a Multi Engine Instrument Rating. Our "Professional Pilot Course" will provide you with these qualifications. If your goal is to work as or for a scenic flying operator, or as an agricultural pilot you will probably only require a CPL. Our CPL course will provide you with this qualification. If your goal is to work as a Flight Instructor, you will require a CPL and a Flight Instructor Rating. If your final goal is one of the above, but for reasons of finance or available time you are unable to undertake the complete course, we can offer our PPL/CPL Theory Course. This will give you a full Private Pilot Licence with the theory component of the CPL and provides an ideal starting platform from which to complete your CPL at a later date. If you already have a licence or rating we can provide additional courses or ratings as required. If you cannot train full time we can structure your course on a parttime basis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are any loans or allowances available? The Academy's courses are approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and because of this student allowances and loans are available for New Zealand or New Zealand permanent resident students. (www.studylink.govt.nz). For overseas students, the New Zealand Immigration Authority requires that courses are prepaid before a Student Visa will be issued. (http://www.immigration.govt.nz) It may be possible for payment to be split into instalments by applying for PPL with a 6 months visa and further extending your visa after 6 months paying the balance fees in advance. Is the New Zealand Pilot Licence recognized overseas? The New Zealand CPL is well respected worldwide and "Kiwi" Pilots are in demand by many airlines around the world. The Licence meets the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards. In many cases a licence conversion will simply require passing the local flight rules examination, completing a flight test and obtaining a local medical for the type of licence you hold.

I hold a foreign licence. How can I convert it to a New Zealand Licence? All licence version details are on the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority website: www.caa.govt.nz

Are there any prerequisites for course entry? NZ CAA requires that you must be 16 years old to fly solo and 17 years old to hold a Private Pilot's Licence. CAA also requires that a person must be 18 years old to hold a Commercial Pilot's Licence. The NZ CAA has no minimum educational requirements for a CPL, but high school Maths and Physics are useful. We do not accept any students (domestic or overseas) under 18 years of age. Students wishing to access student loan funding will require a minimum of NCEA level 2 or 3 or equivalent, and will be required to pass an entrance assessment. Language you must be able to speak, read and write English preferably to IELTS level 6 or TOEFL level 550. For students not meeting minimum standards of English, language courses are avail able prior to course entry.

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I wear glasses, will this be a problem? You will have to meet minimum medical standards, but in most cases this will not be a problem. Many Airline Pilots wear glasses. We recommend you consult an Aviation Medical Examiner.

I have already flown for some hours. Will this affect my training? Any previous training will be taken into account on a flight check, and this will be assessed on your arrival at the Academy. A reduction of course fees is likely.

Where can I live? There is plenty of boarding and flatting accommodation available in Christchurch, including the airport area. The approximate cost is NZ$200$250 per week for full board, or NZ$120150 per week for rental accommodation. Meals are not included in the course costs but snacks and lunch are available on site at a nominal cost

Can I work while I am at the Academy? Students on a student visa can only work up to 20 hours per week if approved by Immigration NZ and entered in their passport and they have permission from the Chief Flying Instructor of IAANZ. Domestic students are able to work part time however, it is most important that a job should not be allowed to interfere with the prime objective of training. Students should not expect parttime work to pay for their course, but wages can subsidise living expenses.

Is a job guaranteed? We will provide you with a high standard of training and the accompanying skills required for you to be employed in your chosen sector of aviation. We cannot guarantee you a job. As with any training, your ability to convert learned skills into employment is up to you how you seek the opportunities and make the most of those presented to you. The demand for well trained and qualified pilots worldwide remains very high. Our graduates hold flying positions in many parts of the world and throughout New Zealand.

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Will you help me get a Student Visa? All international students who are not a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or an Australian citizen are required to have a student visa to study at the Academy. All application details and the addresses of the New Zealand Immigration Service offices are on their website: www.immigration.govt.nz The Academy will assist with the documentation that a student will require to get a visa. The documents you will require can be obtained from the Academy administrator. These are: The letter of offer of a place of study The receipt proving full payment of the tuition fees. The following documents and items are obtained from other agencies: A recent medical report (i.e. chest xrays, blood test results, etc) A letter and your receipt proving you have paid for accommodation for the duration of your study. (This is called A letter of Guarantee of Accommodation). A bank account proving you will have a minimum of $1,250.00 NZD per month to cover living costs for the duration of your study. What is the International Aviation Academy of New Zealands refund and withdrawal policy? The Academys refund policy is as follows: Should a student choose to withdraw from their training course, they must first advise the Academys administrator in writing of this intention. International students must advise the last day of study with the Academy, their return home travel plans. Any prepaid fees will be refunded as per the terms and conditions of the Academys refund policy.

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Contact Details
Postal Address of IAANZ: International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Ltd PO Box 14006 Christchurch International Airport New Zealand Physical Address: International Aviation Academy of New Zealand Ltd Harewood Aviation Park 800 Pound Road Harewood, Christchurch New Zealand Contact Numbers: Phone: 0064 3 358 0477 Fax: 0064 3 359 2621 Email: iaanz@cac.co.nz

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