was established in May 1928 with the aim of training young men & women as aviators in India.

Since then it has had the distinction of training hundreds of Pi

st the alumni being Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi, Former Prime Minister of India and Late Shri Biju Patnaik, Former Chief Minister of Orissa. Delhi Flying Club initiate
ountry and also is accredited with the training of Airforce Pilots in the 60s and the Naval Pilots in the 80s. It also participated in both the wars with Pakistan i.
b runs an AME School whose alumni occupy very prominent positions in the Airlines across the globe and also undertakes the ground classes for Pilot’s License
dertakes maintenance of VIP aircraft of State Governments of Haryana. It has duly approved Engine shop where overhauls of Lycoming and Continental Engine
It also has an Instrument Workshop for undertaking bench checks of Instrument & an approved NDT shop.

tly has two serviceable Cessna 152 aircraft, but is unable to fly as the flying activity at Safdarjung was stopped some seven years ago because of security con
efforts are on to re-commence flying activities as a joint venture with Chimes Aviation Academy Pvt. Ltd at Dhana Airfield, Sagar (M.P).

Delhi Flying Club established full time Basic Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s licence course of 3 years duration duly approved by DGCA vide letter No.- 20-86/8
s approved for HA, JE, LA,PE and RN. Till date we have recruited 24 batches. Since July 2008 the school has been approved by DGCA for implementing the Air
ng programme of 4 years duration (EASA-66). At the initial stage we had lot of difficulties in arranging the practical’s etc. Subsequently we now have full fledg
ct the “On The Job Training”. This includes Lead-Acid Battery Shop & a MAGNAFLUX Machine, duly approved by DGCA. We have two CESSNA aircraft, one RAL
Super King Air aircraft which is being maintained by us.

o change over of scheme from BAMEL to 4 years training w.e.f July 2008 we have recruited Instructors possessing degree in Engineering with adequate experi

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Nagpur Flying Club
Address : Hangar No 1, Next To Ambedkar
International Airport, Seminary Hills ,
Nagpur - 440006
District : Nagpur ( Maharashtra )
Phone : 0712-2525011, 2532123
 
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Flying training institute to be established in Gondia,

Maharashtra
November 8th, 2007

Following is from the PIB release http://pib.nic.in/release/release.asp?relid=32493.

LONG-TERM MEASURES TO MEET THE SHORTAGE OF PILOTS: CONTRACTING

OUT OF MANAGEMENT OF INDIRA GANDHI RASHTRIYA URAN AKADEMI AND
ESTABLISHMENT OF FLYING TRAINING INSTITUTE AT GONDIA,
MAHARASHTRA

The Union Cabinet today gave its approval for management contract agreement of Indira
Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi with M/s. CAE Inc., Canada and also gave its approval for
formation of a subsidiary company of Airports Authority of India for establishing a flying
and aviation training institute at Gondia in Maharashtra as a Joint Venture Enterprise with
M/s. CAE, Canada.

The management for taking of IGRUA would be taken over by M/s. CAE Inc., Canada for
better management of the Akademi in a more professional manner in order to produce 100
pilots per year.

The subsidiary company of AAI will establish a flying and aviation training institute which
will help in meeting the growing requirements of pilots and technical manpower relating to
the aviation industry.

Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi was set up to bring about a quantum
improvement in the standards of flying and ground training of Commercial Pilots in
the country. For this the Akedemi is equipped with modern and sophisticated trainer
aircraft, up-to-date audio visual training aids and other facilities for effective ground
training. It is manned by highly qualified flying and ground instructors, with long
experience in the field of aviation and flying training. The aim is to reduce the
workload of a pilot to make him effective systems manager, the graduate reach the
standards required to transit with ease on the cockpits of the airlines.

The Akedemi has excellent infrastructure with a large hostel for the pilot trainees and
staff quarters. It has its own airfield equipped with basic facilities and is undoubtedly
the premier institute of its kind in South Asia.

INDIRA GANDHI RASHTRIYA URAN AKADEMI

Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi,

Fursatganj Air field,
Raebareli-229302
U.P

Telephone No. 0535–202096, 202097, 202808

Fax 91–535–202094
Guidelines AIRCRAFT MANUAL OF INDIA, Volume I, The
Manual Aircraft Act, 1934 and Rules Made Thereunder
(Revised Edition Corrected upto 31st March, 1995).
Available at 1. DGCA Office, CAD Tech. Center, Opp.
Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110 003.
2. At all Regional DAW Offices,
Delhi/Bombay/Madras/Calcutta/Gauhati/Luckn
ow and Hyderabad
3. English Book Depot, Cannaught Circus, New
Delhi

Today, flying is both a science and an art, a profession that must be studied in a
professional academy.
Till 1985 there was no school in India to provide the finely honed flying skills and the
technical experience required by modern pilots. The Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran
Akademi was created to cater to this need.

A finely focussed school, the Akademi trains cadets up to the level where they are
eligible for an Indian Commercial Pilots’ Licence.

Our goal is to provide training of a standard acceptable anywhere in the world. To this
end the Akademi continues to seek new infusions of technology and technique.

After all, in an institution which seeks to produce the best pilots in the world, the sky
is the limit.

Office of Chief Ground Instructor – to provide information pertaining to Pilot training.

Office of Chief Admn Officer – other information.

Any other information required by the public may be sought from the Director.

ENTERING THE AKADEMI

The Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi is an institution designed to serve as a

centre for excellence.

Given this directive, the standards of admittance are high.

All candidates must meet the following criteria, before appearing for the written
examination.

Qualifications

Age limit
Upper None
Minimum For SPL Not less than 16 years
For PPL Not less than 17 years
For CPL Not less than 18 years
Certificate of medical Fitness,

Issued by a Medical Board approved by the Director-General of Civil Aviation,

Ministry of Civil Aviation, India.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Senior School Certificate from the Central Board of Secondary Examinations, or an

equivalent Board or University i.e. 10+2 (Physics and Mathematics essential). (Non
Science students who started flying before January 1994 are also eligible).
Private Pilot’s Licence:

1. Must possess Indian PPL (At least 60 hours of flying experience, inclusive of
30 hours of solo flights in the last 3 years).
2. Foreign nationals are required to get PPL endorsed by DGCA.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION

The written examination is in two parts.

1. A general knowledge –cum –intelligence test.

2. A test on all the subjects required to obtain a PPL.

WOMBAT Test to assess aptitude for flying.

COURSES OFFERED

The Akademi offers both a CPL course and a Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence.

CPL COURSE

(January and July sessions)

Number of course: Two
Number of students per course: 20 Duration of a course: 18
months.
Medical Examination (For Commencing
Training  for CPL)
President President
AFCME, Subrato Park, CEM, Institute of Aerospace
New Delhi - 110010 Medicine,
Bangalore - 560017
CHPL COURSE

Number of students per course: 10

Duration of course:

 6 months (Candidates with under 500 hours as pilot-in-command):

 12 months (Candidates with under 500 hours as pilot-in-command).
Minimum qualification: CPL Licence.

Other Information

 The course is taken on Robinson R-22B helicopters.

 Student with over 500 hours’ pilot-in-command experience will receive 40
hours’ flight time.
 Students with less than 500 hours’ pilot-in-command experience will receives
100 hours flying time.
 In addition, 40 hours of ground instruction is required.
 RTR Government of India, Ministry of Communications, Wireless planning
and Co-ordination, New Delhi.
 FRTO- Provisional written exam by DGCA Flight Radio Operator’s Licence.

INDEPENDENT COURSES

1. Multi-Engine Endorsement Course.

2. Instrument Rating course.
3. Simulator Training Course.
4. Standardisation Course for Chief Fling Instructor Pilot Instructor Pilot In-
charge of Flying Clubs.
5. Ground Training Course for Assistant Pilot Instructor (A) to Flight Instructor
Rating (A). All courses offered by the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi
follow the guidelines laid down by the International Civil Aviation
Organisation (ICAO) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA),
India.

CPL COURSE–STAGE 1

The first stage of the CPL course takes place on the Trinidad TB-20, a single piston
engine, variable pitch, retractable under-carriage aircraft, equipped with advanced
instruments. 655 hours of Ground Subjects Training firms up the basic knowledge on
aviation subjects.

This combined with 20 hours on a Flight Simulator, conveying basic instrumental

flying tracking approach and touch-down procedures followed by 172 hours of flying
time.

CPL COURSE – STAGE II

The second part of the course is on the King Air C-90A, a Twin-engined, turbo-prop
aircraft.

This is supported by 20 hours training on the C-90A/B200 Simulator, followed by 20

hours of flying time.

In addition, ground instruction of 60 hours is imparted and the student is fully prepared
for Line Oriented Flying.

In both Stage I and Stage II, Simulator training is imparted before commencing flights,
as well as concurrently with flying training. Experience across the world suggests that
this is the ideal method.

IN THE AIR

Fursatganj, the home of the Akademi, meets every criterion for an aviation institute. It
enjoys clear, non-foggy weather through most of the year. Equally important, it is
away from the crowded skies used by regular commercial aircraft.

All our chosen aircraft-the Kind Air C-90A, the Trinidad TB-20, and the Robinson R-
22B are ideally suited for both cross-country flying and instrument flying. Presently
there are two King Air C-90A, 12 Trinidad TB-20 and two Robinson R-22B
Helicopter.

Solo flights are encouraged especially in the more advanced stages of the course.

Students thus obtain an all around training in every fact of modern aeroplane
technology including multiengine endorsement and an instrument rating.

ALL  ROUND EXCELLENCE

In keeping with the do it yourself spirit of the pioneering aviators, the Indira Gandhi
Rashtriya Uran Akademi insists on training in every aspect of aviation.

Fursatganj airfield, at the exclusive disposal of the Akademi, aids in the fulfilment of
this aim.

Students are fully trained in traffic ATS control, basic meteorology radio, navigation,
and maintenance support services at the Akademi’s own spacious and superbly
equipped workshop.

Practical training on all aspects of aircraft design is given at our specially designed
wind tunnel.

The Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi also boasts of a fine library, with books
offering comprehensive information on every aspect of aviation.

Training Facilities

There are nearly 26 Flying Clubs/Govt. Flying Training Institutes in the Country.

 
 

ADDRESSES OF FLYING CLUBS IN INDIA

The Manager 2. The Secretary

1. Amritsar Aviation Club Andhra Pradesh Flying Club
Civil Aerodrome Hyderabad Airport
Amritsar (Punjab) Hyderabad (A.P.) 500 011
3. The Administrator 4. The Honorary Secretary
Bihar Flying Institute Bahasthali Vidyapith Gliding
Patna Airport and Flying Club,
PATNA RAJASTHAN
5. The Honorary Secretary 6. The Honorary Secretary
Coimbatore Flying Club Ltd. Bombay Flying Club Ltd.
Civil Aerodrome Juhu Aerodrome, Santacruz
COIMBATORE (W),
BOMBAY
7. The Administrative Officer 8. The Honarary Secretary
Flying Training Institute Delhi Flying Club Limited
Govt. of West Bengal, Safdarjung Airport,
Behala, CALCUTTA NEW DELHI
9. The Honorary Secretary 10. The Principal
Gujrat Flying Club, Govt. of Flying Training
Civil Aerodrome, Harni Road, Institute,
BARODA (GUJARAT) Jakur Aerodrome,
BANGALORE
11. The Honorary Secretary 12. The Manager,
Nagpur Flying Club,  Udan Research & Flying
Sonegaon Aerodrome  Institute Pvt. Limited, 126,
NAGPUR Kanchan Bagh,
INDORE
13. The Administrative Officer 14. The Manager,
Kerala Aviation Training Centre, Ludhiana Aviation Club,
Civil Aerodrome, Pettah, Civil Aerodrome, Sahnewal
TRIVANDRUM (KERALA) P.O.,
LUDHIANA(PUNJAB) 141
120
15. The Honorary Secretary, 16. The Chief Flight Instructor,
Northern India Flying Club, Hissar Aviation Club,
Civil Aerodrome Civil Aerodrome,
JULLANDUR CANTT. (PUNJAB) HISSAR (HARYANA)
17. The Honorary Secretary, 18. The Director,
Madhya Pradesh Flying Club Ltd., Govt. Flying Training Institute,
Civil Aerodrome, Civil Aerodrome
INDORE – 452 005 LUCKNOW (U.P.)
19. The Manager, 20. The Principal,
 Pinjore Aviation Club, Rajasthan Flying Training
PINJORE (HARYANA) School,
Sanger Airport, JAIPUR
(Rajasthan).
21. The Govt. Aviation Officer, 22. The Manager,
Orissa Govt. Flying Training Institute, Patiala Aviation Club,
Civil Aerodrome, Civil Aerodrome,
BHUBANESHWAR. PATIALA.
23. The Honorary Secretary, 24. The Honorary Secretary,
Assam Flying Club, Madras Flying Club Ltd.
Civil Aerodrome, Civil Aerodrome, Madras
GUWAHATI (ASSAM) Airport,
MADRAS 600 027 (TAMIL
NADU)
25. The Resident, 26. The Manager,
Jamshedpur Co-operative Karnal Aviation Club,
Flying Club, Ltd., KARNAL (HARYANA)
Sonari Aerodrome,
JAMSHEDPUR (BIHAR) 831 011
 

BACK-UP SERVICES

INDIAN NATIONALS (IN

TRAINING FEE RUPEES)
Fixed Wing High Subsidy 5 Lakhs
Low Subsidy 10 Lakhs
Rotary Wing (Helicopter) will be reviewed on commencement
of training
For Pilots having more than 500 1,60,000/-
hours as Pilot-in-Command
Boarding & Lodging (per month 2500/-
approx.)
Uniform 5000/-
 

INDEPENDENT COURSES

1. TB-20 Aircraft: Rs. 7000/- per hour of flying time and Rs. 1500/- per hour of
simulator time.
2. King Air C-90A: Rs. 22,000/- per hour of flying time and Rs. 5,000/- per hour
 of simulator time.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

1. SC/ST CANDIDATE:

A. Rs. 2,00,000/- to SC/ST candidates on Training fee.

B. Additional Rs. 2,00,000/- by IGRUA to three SC/ST candidates per
batch by selection on merit cum means basis.

2. INDIAN AIRLINES SCHOLARSHIP:

Two scholarships each for Rs. 4,00,000/- given on merit-cum-means basis per
batch.

3. AIR INDIA SCHOLARSHIP:

Two scholarships each for Rs. 4,00,000/- given on merit-cum-means basis per
batch.

4. RAJIV GANDHI FOUNDATION:

For two Women Pilots on merit-cum-means to the extent of Rs. 3,00,000/-

each per batch.

5. J.R.D. TATA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS:

For four students of amount not less than Rs. 1,00,000/- on merit-cum-means
basis.

COCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

The course of study offered by the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi is rigorous
even by global standards.

The discipline demanded by the Academia as a matter of course during teach hours
extends to off duty hours too.

However, we do make provision, to make our students feel at home, not least our
foreign students.

Since all courses are residential, the Akademi has a modern 80 room hostel. This
ensures that each student has a large degree of privacy with a room of his/her own.

In addition, there are extensive recreational and sporting facilities, including

badminton courts, a football (soccer) and cricket grounds.

Life at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi is taught, but several of our alumni
can testify that it is extremely fulfilling.
SPECIAL FACILITY:

Pilot’s Aptitude Test:

Students desirous of choosing flying as a career could be assessed for their aptitude.
The Akademi has installed the latest sophisticated computer based WOMBAT
equipment, the best in South Asia. A test without any preparation of lengthy texts is
conducted and the printed result is provided.

Duration: 1 Working day.

Fees: Rs. 1000/-
Apply on plain paper for Appointment

INDIRA GANDHI RASHTRIYA URAN AKADEMI

FURSATGANJ AIRFIELD
DISTRICT RAEBARELI –229 302 (U.P.)

To,

Subject:- Prospectus for Admission to the Commercial Pilot’s Licence Course.

Dear Sir/Madam,

1. Reference is made to your letter dated _______ . The following is for your
information:

a. AGE: No Upper age limit

b. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

Should have passed Class Ten Plus Two (10+2) or an equivalent

Examination with Physics and Mathematics from a recognised
Board/University. Those applicants, who have passed class Ten Plus
Two (10+2) with any combination of subjects, but were enrolled for
flying training on or before 01.01.94 with flying clubs or institutions,
are also eligible for admission.

FLYING EXPERIENCE:

Must hold a valid Indian Private Pilot’s Licence with a minimum of 60

hrs. flying experience inclusive of 30 hrs. as Pilot-in-command in the
preceding three years.

c. MEDICAL FITNESS:

Must hold a certificate of medical fitness for the initial issue of CPL
 issued by Air Force, Central Medical Establishment (AFCME) Subroto
Park, New Delhi or Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM) near
Bangalore. Must have a normal EEG.

2. Prospective candidates who do not hold a Private Pilot’s Licence are required
to acquire the necessary flying experience at one of the Flying clubs in the
Country. Details of PPL training, expenses (procedure for obtaining Private
Pilot’s Licence at flying clubs etc. can be obtained directly from any of the
flying clubs in India.
3. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION:

A written competitive examination is held at this Akademi in the

following subjects:

a. Air Regulation, Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology and Aircraft and

Engine (General) as per the Syllabus and standard required for
obtaining a Private Pilot’s Licence.
b. Intelligence/Reasoning Test.

4. Short listed candidates after the Written Test will be tested on WOMBAT
APTITUDE TEST & INTERVIEWED by a selection board, Final selection
will be from amongst the short listed candidates based on performance in the
written test, aptitude test & interview in their order of merit.
5. TRAINING FEE: Subsidised Training (Tuition) Fee:
a. Rs.5.00 lakhs (Rs.2.50 lakhs for SC/ST candidates).
b. Non Subsidised Training Fee Rs.10,000.00/-
6. The above tuition fees are subject to review from time to time. The fee is
payable in four equal quarterly installments. In addition Rs.10,000/- as
refundable security deposit and Rs.5,500/- for uniform are to be paid along
with the first installment of training fee at the time of joining. Some
Nationalised Banks Grant Educational Loans the details of which can be
obtained directly from such banks.
7. Duration of Training : 18 months
8. SHOLARSHIPS:
a. Two scholarships each from Air India & Indian Airlines are
awarded on merit-cum-means basis per year;
b. JRD Tata Trust offers Rs. 10 lacs per year to trainees as decided
by their Board of Directors.
c. Some State Governments award scholarships to SC/ST
candidates for training at IGRUA. Eligible candidates may
approach the respective State SC/ST Welfare Directorate for the
same.
9. BOARDING & LODGING:  It is mandatory for the students to stay in the
Akademi Hostel. Monthly charges would be Rs. 400/- as room rent on twin
sharing basis and Rs.1,800/- approximately as messing charges (Rates may be
revised). 5 months advance payment is to be made for boarding and lodging
with each installment. Boys and Girls are provided separate accommodation.
10. NUMBER OF VACANCY ON THE COURSE: Normally 20 students are taken
in each CPL Course
 11. SCHEDULE OF COURSE: The next course is scheduled to commence on
_______Advertisement  is placed on in the leading National Newspapers in
India and employment news approximately three months prior to the
commencement of the course. A copy of the advertisement is also sent to all
flying clubs for the information of all trainees.
12. MISCELLANEOUS: We get lot of queries from students for admission to this
Akademi, who have done 10+2 with Physics and Maths but are without any
flying experience. They are advised to read para 2 of this Leaflet carefully for
first obtaining Private Pilot’s Licence.

(for chief ground instructor)

NB: All the above information may be changed at short notice at the discretion of the
Akademi.

 GONDIA FLYING INSTITUTE

New flying institute in Maharashtra's Gondia

Upgradation of Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran

Academy also on cards
BY A CORRESPONDENT
February 25, 2006

The Indian government has proposed to set up a new flying institute at Gondia in Maharashtra and upgrade the Indira
Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi in Uttar Pradesh. Even though, the investments for the institute were not mentioned,
the government intends to invest around Rs 57 crore for the upgradatiion of the academy.

A final decision on the proposed new institute is yet to be taken, but the institute is expected to induct 100 candidates
annually. The process of land acquisition at Gondia had been completed, Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel informed
the Rajya Sabha.

The government is also planning to refurbish the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi, a civilian pilot training facility,
in Rae Bareli.

The upgradation includes induction of single-engine and multi-engine aircraft, refurbishing of helicopters,
modernisation of the runway, construction of additional buildings for hostel, hangar and office, and acquisition of the
adjacent Sultanpur airfield.

With the upgradation, the academy at Rae Bareli that offers training to 40 personnel every year will be able to
increase its capacity to 100 students.

India's aviation industry is booming and is witnessing emergence of both full-fledged and low-cost carriers. However,
the industry is under a severe manpower crunch, both for flying and ground staff.

Many organisations like Boeing, IndUS Aviation and Airbus Industrie are others looking at setting up flight training
institutes in the country.