Airline Pilot Training

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1 Airline Pilot Training The best way to Summer 2015 touch the sky! 1

2 Welcome Dear Aviation Enthusiast, Welcome to the 2015 edition of our Airline Pilot Brochure, we hope you find the content informative and stimulating. Our brochure goes hand-in-hand with our website, you should find all the information and more that you seek about BFS. However, if you would like to find out even more about us and the training courses we offer, we encourage you to visit us through a personal tour of the school. We provide high quality and enjoyable training courses for aspiring airline pilots but also for active crew members wishing to receive recurrent training. Our philosophy is based on safety, quality and proficiency. We are recognized nationally and internationally as a leading provider of aviation training services and general aviation support. On July the 1 st of 2008, BFS became a member of BFG (Belgian Flight Group). We are now at the top of leading aviation service providers in central Europe, strongly anchored in the Belgian landscape. Our recent partnership with Airborne Flight Academy in the United States, one of the world s top tier flight schools, has also allowed us to become one of most respectable training providers. We all share a genuine passion to offer you the very best quality training, facilities, equipment and a customer service experience to ensure that you leave us with the highly developed skills that you seek. We are all extremely proud of our company, our staff, our customers, our training centres and the quality of training and customer care that we provide. Enjoyable reading, The BFS Team

3 About us Our History Established in 1981, BFS started its life as a school for private pilots. A couple of years after that, the school moved to the airport of Charleroi Brussels South in order to expand its activities. In 2004, BFS became a fully certified European ATO (Approved Training Organisation) and started offering airline pilot training programs, according to the new regulations. The school is approved by the Belgian Civil Aviation Authorities (BCAA) under the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), formerly known as the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) to train pilots (from private pilots to airline pilots) according to the Flight Crew Licensing regulations. In 2008, BFS became a member of BFG (Belgian Flight Group) along with its sister company BFM (Belgian Flight Maintenance) and BFH (Belgian Flight Handling). Today BFS has become one of the largest flight schools in Belgium, with an increasing volume of students, instructors and aeroplanes. In 2012, we trained more than 80 students at our two Belgian campuses, with more than 50 fully certified flight instructors and close to 15 dedicated administration / operations officers. Our Accreditations BFS is accredited by all of the following highly recognized agencies: EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) BCAA Flight Training Organization ICAO Listed in the Aviation Training Directory SPW Approved Education Check program EBAA Affiliate Member 3

4 Training Centres Brussels South Charleroi Airport Belgium Our headquarters are located at the airport of Charleroi Brussels-South. This airport is internationally known for its fast development, especially over the last decade, and the increasing presence of low-cost carriers. Located only 50 km from Brussels, the airport is the second most active airport in Belgium, which is perfect for airline pilot training. The airport, licensed by the Belgian Civil Aviation Authorities and the European rulemaking agency has 2 opposite runways (25/07) full lighted and equipped for instrument procedures and commercial operations (control tower, radar, ILS, NDB, VOR, DME). Students will share the runway with airline jets and other general aviation traffic. Located in the heart of Belgium and in the heart of Europe, airline pilot students will be trained in one of the world s most complex airspaces, almost entirely controlled and severely organised. This, combined with the challenging weather conditions, contributes highly to the quality of training and to the reputation of the school. With a modern, airline-style training centre, our facilities are perfectly equipped to provide student pilots with all the necessary tools required to learn and complete their programs effectively and efficiently using the very last technologies available. 4

5 Liege Bierset Airport Belgium Located close to the boundary between Belgium, Germany and Holland, the airport of Liege is known as one of Europe s most important hubs for freight and cargo flight operations. Dozens of jumbo jets take-off and land everyday from this airport. The airport has 4 opposite runways (23L/R-05L/R), fully lighted and equipped for instrument procedures and commercial operations (control Tower, Radar, CAT III ILS, VOR, DME, NDB). Formerly used as a military airbase, this airport is a perfect platform for professional pilot training. Being mostly active during the night for commercial traffic (typical to cargo operations), this international airport is available during the day for flight training. With modern and comfortable offices and classrooms, located close to the passenger terminal, students will be trained in a familiar and friendly, yet professional environment. The fact that we are based in Charleroi and Liege doesn t mean that we only fly in and out of these two airports. We fly all over Belgium, and even across boundaries, over to France, Holland, Germany, Luxembourg, or even Switzerland. Europe (especially Central Europe) is covered with hundreds of airports and airfields. From major international airports to remote small grass strip aerodromes, our students will experience cross-country flying and develop their skills thanks to this unique network. 5

6 Fort Lauderdale Itl (Florida USA) Thanks to our partnership with Airborne Flight Academy, we also operate out of the international airport of Fort Lauderdale, in central Florida (USA). Our location provides perfect weather for year-round flying as well as the opportunity for students to explore many of the nearby world-famous tourist attractions. The Class C Fort Lauderdale International Airport has an FAA control tower on the airport property and four runways with the main runway being 9,600 x 150 ft. Other facilities include Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), GPS Approaches, High Intensity Runway Lighting, a Non-Directional Beacon, a modern terminal with complete ground handling equipment, an AWOS weather reporting system and many other enhancements. As a part of our Integrated Training program, BFS students will be spending up to 5 months in Sanford, performing the complete VFR training program, leading to the delivery of the FAA Private Pilot License, in one of the most airline oriented environments. Housing, transportation and food are provided on site. Our Modular students will also be able to enjoy Florida s sunny weather during their Time Building module, as we offer special packages on Airborne s aircrafts. A one to two months program with 100 hours of flight time is available upon completion of the PPL module. The Academy is comprised of four main buildings: the Academics Building, the Administration Building, the Simulation and Maintenance Building, and the Operations Center. The Academics Building consists of seven (7) multimedia equipped classrooms. All classes are taught by full-time Academic Instructors. One classroom is arranged to accommodate 34 students and the remaining six classrooms can accommodate 24 students. 6

7 Classrooms & Equipment BFS Students have always achieved consistently high pass rate in the different written examinations. Our current pass rate exceeds 90%. BFS has selected comprehensive study material and the latest references to meet with the latest European requirements (EASA) in ground training. All of our classrooms are fully air conditioned and equipped with digital HD projectors, electrical white screens, stereo sounding and the Apple TV system. The majority of our classrooms can accommodate class of up to 24 students. Our operations & crew rooms are equipped with computers and printers, allowing students to prepare their pre-flight files easily and efficiently. A high speed wireless internet connection is also available throughout building. Instructors & Staff Our goal is to provide our students with a personal and friendly customer care experience which complements the high standards of training delivered. We seek to ensure that you leave us entirely satisfied with your training and service experience. The priority of our staff is to provide you the attention and care you need to support you throughout your journey with us. Our instructors have been especially selected for their skills and experience in aviation. 80% of our ground and flight instructors are active or retired airline pilots, with a flight experience of thousands of hours for most of them. Their airline experience allows us to continuously review and update our programs and our curriculums, in order to meet the highest standards of the airline industry. Using specific standard operating procedures and techniques, our instructors have been especially trained to teach our students to the highest level of knowledge, skills and aptitudes. 7

8 Our fleet Our fleet of airplanes consists of more than 20 training aircrafts, allocated between our training facilities in Belgium. These aircrafts are all perfectly equipped for training and have proven their reliability and redundancy, in order to ensure the highest level of safety possible. 6 Cessna C150 (basic VFR trainer) 3 Cessna C172 Skyhawk (advanced VFR trainer) 1 Piper PA28 Archer II (advanced VFR trainer) 4 Cessna C182 Skylane (advanced IFR trainer) 3 Piper PA34 Seneca (advanced IFR twin-engine) 3 Diamond DA42 Twin Star (advanced IFR twin-engine) In partnership with Airborne Flight academy, we also operate a wide fleet of aircraft in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with 50 aircrafts, including Cessna 172 Glass cockpit (G1000). Our fleet is maintained by our own approved maintenance workshop (Aeromaintenance, formerly BFM), which is approved by the Belgian and European authorities. Maintenance is done according to very strict procedures, ensuring the highest level of reliability and safety possible. 8

9 Our simulators BFS currently uses two modern simulators built by the Swiss company ELITE, known for the quality and reliability of their products. These devices will be used mainly for instrument flight training. Each student will spend between 40 and 50 hours in the simulators, learning instruments procedures and scenarios. Capable and accurate flying on instruments is a primary skill expected of an airline pilot. The significant investment in high fidelity simulators reflects our commitment to providing high standards in the delivery of instrument rating. Our simulators are certified under the current FSTD-A regulation. Their cockpits are designed to reproduce a standard environment, very close to the cockpit of the airplanes used for flight training. Although these devices are primarily used for instruments training, the 120 to 150 wrap-around visual system allows the students to practice visual circuits and other VFR exercises as well. Changing from single engine aeroplane flight model to multi engine aeroplane flight model takes only a few minutes. The central console and instruments panel are easily interchangeable. Our assets Airline oriented training, organization and procedures Comprehensive training programs, dedicated to quality and success Top priority set on safety culture Important fleet (60+ aircrafts on both continents) and modern facilities Use of the latest technologies both on the ground (simulators, ipad, CBT) and in flight Training programs tailored to the airlines needs and expectations Perfect combination between US and Europe for high quality training Excellent success rate for those who pass our selection tests Airline pilot Instructors 9

10 Airline Pilot Career What does this job look like? Airline pilots fly passengers and/or cargo on long or short-haul flights for leisure, business or commercial purposes. The aircraft is typically operated by two pilots; one will be the captain who is the pilot in command, while the other will be the supporting first officer. The pilots will usually take turns to fly the plane to avoid fatigue, with one operating the controls while the other speaks to air traffic control and completes the paperwork. In some instances, such as long-haul flights, there may be three or four pilots on board so that the necessary breaks from flying can be taken. The captain has the overall responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft including crew and passengers. Prior to the flight, pilots check flight plans, ensure that the aircraft s controls are operating efficiently and calculate the required fuel for the flight. They are also responsible for checking the weather conditions and briefing cabin crew. The job of a pilot comes with heavy responsibility and personal commitment. Stringent training courses have to be passed followed by recurrent training every six months in order to maintain the relevant license required for the job. There is more to the role than just flying the plane, which has to be done safely and economically, and tasks can typically include: Ensuring all information on the route, weather, passengers and aircraft is received Ensuring the fuel levels balance safety with economy and supervising the loading of the aircraft Ensuring all safety systems are working properly Briefing the cabin crew before the flight and maintaining regular contact throughout the flight Carrying out pre-flight checks on the navigation and operating systems Communicating with air traffic control before take-off and during flight and landing Making regular checks on the aircraft's technical performance and position Reacting quickly and appropriately to environmental changes and emergencies 10

11 Being a pilot is not a nine to five job and unusual working hours should be expected. The length of a working day varies depending on the company and route but can range from three to twelve hours. The start times of a day will often differ depending on the route, sometimes beginning in the early morning and sometimes late at night. As pilots can often be on standby duty, they generally need to live near the airport where they are based so they can get there at relatively short notice. Pilots working for short-haul airlines often have their working shifts for a month or two ahead. This results in a more stable working / home life balance. Long-haul airline pilots are expected to spend much greater periods of time away from home as they will fly further distances. This means that they often have to adjust to different time zones and may often stay overnight at their destinations. Pilots are restricted to 900 flying hours per year. On scheduled airlines, the workload is spread evenly throughout the year; on charter airlines, the summer months are busier than the winter months. How do I know if I can become a pilot? The training to become a pilot requires a good level of understanding of English, math and physics and so any qualifications that demonstrate this may be of an advantage. Other important required skills for an airline pilot include: An ability to understand technical information, as pilots need to know how their aircraft works Excellent spatial awareness and coordination Good communication skill The ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in difficult situations Discipline, self-confidence and commitment A very high level of motivation Leadership skills, with the ability to give clear commands to cabin crew and passengers In addition to these requirements, candidates should also keep in mind the following key words, inherent to a future airline pilot: Respect Motivation Open mindedness Curiosity Discipline Stress tolerance Organisation Hard work Maturity Responsibility Punctuality Humility 11

12 Integrated Program Pre-entry Requirements Minimum age 17 (min. 18 before departure to USA) High school degree or equivalent (intl) diploma Good knowledge of English* EASA Class 1 medical certificate** Passport, valid for at least 3 years Being a EU citizen or holder of a long term student visa Financing plan *One of the most important requirements nowadays is to have a good knowledge of English. If you believe your level to be too low, brush up courses in English are available through our school. Contact us for more details. **It is highly recommended that before you begin any training you take the EASA class 1 medical exam. It is a requirement that all airline pilots pass this medical and if you do not, you will not be able to complete the training to achieve the course. It is therefore a good idea to take this before paying out on the expensive course fees. Refer to the end of this brochure to see the medical exam application form. If you meet all these requirements, you can apply for the selection tests. Selection Tests The main purpose of the selection tests is to limit the risk of failure during training, and to make sure that candidates have sufficient knowledge, skills and aptitudes to start an airline pilot course. The COMPASS test consists of six tests which have been developed to control some of the key aptitude areas for the pilot profession. Flying experience is not required to perform well in the tests. The tests will include the following exercises: CONTROL: A compensation Task at basic hand/foot/eye co-ordination SLALOM: A tracking task looking at hand/eye coordination. MATHEMATICS: A test of basic applied mathematical MEMORY: Accuracy of short-term memory recall and ability to 'chunk information. 12

13 TASK MANAGER: A test of the candidate s ability to scan the screen and manage two concurrent tasks accurately and quickly. ORIENTATION: Instrument interpretation, comprehension and spatial orientation. TECH-TEST: Technical comprehension test (physics test) AVIATION ENGLISH: Test English language ability, including recognizing ATC sound messages VERBAL REASONING: The ability of the candidate to understand, analyze and logically interpret written information In addition to the COMPASS tests, candidates will also have to pass a personality test called the CPP (Checklist Professional Profile), which can be described as a psychological instrument, to play a crucial role in the selection and training of (ab-initio) pilots. More specifically, the test can be characterized as a - tailor made - personality questionnaire that measures relevant personality traits to assess the competences, as mentioned above, for the function of a (ab initio) pilot. Upon completion of the selection tests and after analysis of the results, you will know if you have been selected or not. For more details regarding the selection tests, refer to the last pages of this brochure. USA Visa Requirements (M-1) In order to enter the US territory as a student pilot when reaching the second phase of the program and before commencing training with Airborne Flight Academy, the candidates will have to apply for an M-1 VISA, at the Embassy of the United States of America, in Belgium. BFS and Airborne Flight Academy will assist the candidates throughout the application process, up to the interview at the Embassy. 13

14 Training Program Once you passed and succeeded the medical exam and the selection tests, you will be able to start our integrated program. After receiving the whole study material, you will immediately start the ground courses (ATPL). One of the major characteristics of the integrated program is that it is an intensive and continuous program. Even though it could eventually be compared to a high school or university program, the integrated course will combine ground training with practice training (flight training). The program will be divided into 4 phases as described below: Phase 1 ATPL theory + Basic Flight Fam. Course. Phase 2 Basic Flight Training Phase 3 Advanced Flight Training Phase 4 MCC (Multi Crew Cooperation) or AJFC (Airline Jet Foundation Course) In total, the program will include around 240 hours of practical training and more than 900 hours of theory & briefings. During the ground courses, the following subjects will be addressed: Air law Principles of Flight General & Radio navigation Communication (VFR & IFR) Flight Performance & Planning Meteorology Operational Procedures Airframes & Systems Power Plant Instruments & Electronics Human Performances & CRM Mass & Balance In addition to these courses, we have added several other complementary courses & briefings, such as English courses, math & physics brush-up courses, IR briefings and airline interviews preparation courses. Also, we have decided to offer the choice to relocate the second phase of our program in Florida-USA, in order to enjoy the well known Florida fair weather conditions as well as its open airspace, which allows us to maintain a constant flow during the training program. It is also a very nice opportunity for candidates to be completely immerged in an English speaking environment. Candidates will be flying on brand new all-glass cockpit equipped Cessna 172! 14

15 Detailed Program 1 PHASE 1 ATPL Ground course Basic Flight Fam. Course - Belgium 8 Months* Brush-up courses in maths & physics 768 hours of ATPL ground courses Official written exams at the BCAA 6 hours of Long Briefing Up to 10 hours of simulator Observation flights PHASE 2 Basic Flight Training Belgium 5 Months* 28 hours of long briefings 47 hours of dual flight on C hours of solo flight on C150 Night Rating 35 hours of solo flight (structured time building) on C150 Final EASA 2 hours skill test PHASE 3 Advanced Flight Training Belgium 7 Months* 20 hours of long briefings 50 hours of ME simulator (Instrument Rating) 25 hours of dual flight (Instrument Rating) on DA42 20 hours of SPIC* flight (IFR cross country) on DA42 Final CPL/IR/ME Skill Test *SPIC: Student Pilot In Command (= flight with a flight instructor who acts as a safety pilot) PHASE 4 MCC or AJFC (MCC+JOC) - Belgium 1 Month* 25 hours ground course 20 hours A320 simulator TOTAL DURATION: 23 months* TOTAL HOURS: +210h of flight & sim time +800h of ground training* 15

16 Pricing* The price of our Airline Pilot Integrated program starts at (VAT 21% Inclusive) INCLUDED IN THIS PRICE: Ground courses in Belgium (more than 800 hours) Complete flight training program in Belgium (around 210 hours) Pre-flight and post-flight briefings A certain amount of extra missions per phase (refer to our student contract) Manuals, syllabus, didactical material, Uniform, Headset All expenses related to skill tests and licence deliveries in Belgium Written exams at in Belgium All staff and infrastructure in Belgium OFFERED BY BFS (FREE): Complete insurance coverage for the duration of the training(capital of per student) in case of definitive loss of medical and/or death 2 hours of refresher training in the simulator + IR/ME revalidation after one year if the student pilot is not hired by an airline company (after care program). NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PRICE: Selection tests (100 ) Housing, meals and transportation in Belgium (+/- 800 per month) Initial & renewal of the medical class 1 certificate (+/- 350 ) Airport Badge (+/- 65 ) Training hours exceeding the extra missions per phase (see rates) Extra remedial training (theoretical and flight) Replacement material Skill test & written exams retakes in case of failure Payments The course will be invoiced in monthly instalments, according to the following schedule: Month 1 Month 8 : per month Month 9 Month 15 : per month Month 16 Month 23 : 3.737,50 per month 16

17 Detailed Program 2 PHASE 1 ATPL Ground course Basic Flight Fam. Course - Belgium 8 Months* Brush-up courses in maths & physics 768 hours of ATPL ground courses Official written exams at the BCAA 6 hours of Long Briefing Up to 10 hours of simulator Observation flights PHASE 2 Basic Flight Training Florida/USA 5 Months* 18 hours of ground courses + FAA PPL written test 28 hours of long briefings 47 hours of dual flight on C hours of solo flight on C172 Night Rating FAA PPL 2 hours Skill Tests 35 hours of solo flight (structured time building) on C172 Final EASA progress check In partnership with: PHASE 3 Advanced Flight Training Belgium 7 Months* 20 hours of long briefings 50 hours of ME simulator (Instrument Rating) 25 hours of dual flight (Instrument Rating) on DA42 20 hours of SPIC* flight (IFR cross country) on DA42 Final CPL/IR/ME Skill Test *SPIC: Student Pilot In Command (= flight with a flight instructor who acts as a safety pilot) PHASE 4 MCC or AJFC (MCC+JOC) - Belgium 1 Month* 25 hours ground course 20 hours A320 simulator TOTAL DURATION: 21 months* TOTAL HOURS: +210h of flight & sim time +800h of ground training* 17

18 Pricing* The price of our Airline Pilot Integrated program starts at (VAT 21% Inclusive) INCLUDED IN THIS PRICE: Ground courses in Belgium and USA (more than 800 hours) Complete flight training program in Belgium and USA (around 210 hours) Pre-flight and post-flight briefings A certain amount of extra missions per phase (refer to our student contract) Manuals, syllabus, didactical material, Uniform, Headset All expenses related to skill tests and licence deliveries in Belgium and USA Written exams at in Belgium and USA All staff and infrastructure in Belgium and USA OFFERED BY BFS (FREE): Complete insurance coverage for the duration of the training(capital of per student) in case of definitive loss of medical and/or death + Travel insurance for the duration of the stay in Orlando 2 hours of refresher training in the simulator + IR/ME revalidation after one year if the student pilot is not hired by an airline company (after care program). NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PRICE: Selection tests (100 ) Housing, meals and transportation in Belgium (+/- 800 per month) Meals and daily expenses in USA (+/- $ 20 per day) Initial & renewal of the medical class 1 certificate (+/- 350 ) Airport Badge (+/- 65 ) Training hours exceeding the extra missions per phase (see rates) Extra remedial training (theoretical and flight) Replacement material US VISA delivery fees (+/- $ 400) Skill test & written exams retakes in case of failure 2 way ticket to Orlando, housing and transportation in Orlando (complete package for ) Payments The course will be invoiced in monthly instalments, according to the following schedule: Month 1 Month 8 : per month Month 9 Month 13 : per month (or if complete package for US trip) Month 14 Month 21 : per month 18

19 Modular Program Pre-entry Requirements Minimum age 17 High school degree or equivalent (intl) diploma Good knowledge of English* EASA Class 1 medical certificate** Being a EU citizen or holder of a long term student visa Financing plan *One of the most important requirements nowadays is to have a good knowledge of English. If you believe your level to be too low, brush up courses in English are available through our school. Contact us for more details. **It is highly recommended that before you begin any training you take the EASA class 1 medical exam. It is a requirement that all airline pilots pass this medical and if you do not, you will not be able to complete the training to achieve the course. It is therefore a good idea to take this before paying out on the expensive course fees. Refer to the end of this brochure to see the medical exam application form. If you meet all these requirements, you can apply for the optional selection tests. Evaluation Tests The main purpose of the evaluation tests is to assess the level of knowledge skills and aptitudes of the candidates and to determine whether or not we believe that they would succeed in this program. Based on the results, we will issue a recommendation. Candidates will have the responsibility to decide if they want to start or not. The COMPASS test consists of six tests which have been developed to control some of the key aptitude areas for the pilot profession. Flying experience is not required to perform well in the tests. The tests will include the following exercises: CONTROL: A compensation Task at basic hand/foot/eye co-ordination SLALOM: A tracking task looking at hand/eye coordination. MATHEMATICS: A test of basic applied mathematical MEMORY: Accuracy of short-term memory recall and ability to 'chunk information. 19

20 TASK MANAGER: A test of the candidate s ability to scan the screen and manage two concurrent tasks accurately and quickly. ORIENTATION: Instrument interpretation, comprehension and spatial orientation. TECH-TEST: Technical comprehension test (physics test) AVIATION ENGLISH: Test English language ability, including recognizing ATC sound messages VERBAL REASONING: The ability of the candidate to understand, analyze and logically interpret written information In addition to the COMPASS tests, candidates will also have to pass a personality test called the CPP (Checklist Professional Profile), which can be described as a psychological instrument, to play a crucial role in the selection and training of (ab-initio) pilots. More specifically, the test can be characterized as a - tailor made - personality questionnaire that measures relevant personality traits to assess the competences, as mentioned above, for the function of a (ab initio) pilot. For more details regarding the evaluation tests, refer to the last pages of this brochure. Training Program Essential modules 1. Private Pilot License (PPL) The PPL module is probably one of the most important modules of the whole modular program. It represents the core skills of any pilot. Candidates will learn how to fly an airplane, from takeoff to landing, across the country and across borders. This module includes ground courses (+/- 100 hours), given 2 to 3 evenings per week and flight training. The flight training program itself is divided into three phases. 1) Core phase (general flying). Candidates will learn the basic flight manoeuvres of an aeroplane (climbs, descents, turns, stalls, acceleration, deceleration,...) 2) Circuits (Touch & go s). During this phase, candidates will learn how to takeoff and how to land an aeroplane (in many different conditions). They will also learn basic radio-communication procedures. The first solo flights are performed during this phase 3) Cross-country (navigations). This phase will teach candidates how to prepare and fly from point A to point B with ground visual references. First with an instructor and then solo. 20

21 2. Air Transport Pilot Licence ground course (ATPL) The ATPL ground course is an intensive 6 to 7 months theoretical course. 14 subjects will be covered during this period. The objective is to provide you with the culture and knowledge required in all the areas that an Airline Pilot has to deal with! It is a pre-requisite to start the IR and CPL modules. Distance Learning courses are also available as an option. This option will give candidates the opportunity to study at home at their own rhythm. The courses are now supported by the use of the ipad, which is an extraordinary step forward in the way of learning all these subjects with an unprecedented level of quality and modernity. These courses include many videos, animations and 3D graphics. 3. Time Building In order to start the IR and CPL modules, candidates need a certain amount of hours of flight experience. Gaining this flight experience (+/- 100 hours) goes through a period during which each candidate will fly as PIC (Pilot In Command) on the school s airplanes. With or without passengers, it is a great opportunity for candidates to discover the European skies and landscapes! As an opportunity to build up their flight experience, the school also offer exclusive Time-Building packages with our US partner, Airborne Flight Academy. Students are offered a unique 1 to 2 months stay in Sanford, near Orlando. With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, Florida is known as the Sunshine State. 4. Night Rating Once candidates totalize 100 hours of flight time, including 60 hours as PIC (Pilot in Command), they are allowed to start the Night Rating course. The aim of this module is to teach them how to fly under visual references, by night. This module is used as an introduction to the Instrument Rating course that will follow. Candidates will start to use the airplanes instruments as a reference to maintain the attitude of the airplane. 21

22 5. Multi Engine Rating (MEP-IR) The Multi Engine and Multi Engine IR are quite easy to summarize: it can be considered as a general overview of all the previous modules (PPL + IR + CPL) on a multi engine aeroplane. Candidates will now fly on an airplane which is heavier, faster, more complex and redundant, requiring thus much more anticipation and situational awareness. Today, all the commercial flights performed in Europe are done in multi engine aeroplanes. It also our goal to teach candidates how to fly on one engine, which is a very specific phenomenon that can happen at any time during flight! 6. Instrument Rating (IR) The Instrument Rating training is probably the most challenging module of the complete Modular Airline Pilot program. Indeed, from that point, candidates will have to learn how to fly from takeoff to landing with sole reference to the instruments mounted in the cockpit! The IR module is especially focused on the use of very specific departure en route arrival and approach procedures, all of this in poor weather conditions. The Instrument Rating module is divided in two phases: 1) Simulator Training: Candidates will spend approximately 35 hours in the simulator, learning procedures and manoeuvres within the best conditions, thanks to its functionalities. 2) Flight Training: Upon completion of the simulator phase, candidates will start the flight training part. Repeating the procedures learned previously in the simulator, now in real flight conditions! 7. Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) The objective of the CPL module is to provide candidates with the techniques, methods, philosophy and procedures used by professional pilots. By increasing the quality and precision of flight manoeuvres, candidates will learn how to act and react against certain situations and specific requests. During the CPL module, candidates will have to keep in mind that they are responsible of a specific carriage, either passengers or freight. This kind of considerations reflects the level of maturity and responsibility that is expected from future airline pilots! 22

23 8. Multi Crew Coordination (MCC) Airline Jet Foundation Course (AJFC) Upon completion of this program, candidates will meet the minimum requirements established by the industry, in order to apply for a job as first officer with almost any airline. However, in addition to these essential modules, there are other modules available, which we can make the difference when it comes to selecting the right person to fly a commercial jet. These modules are listed below. Finally, candidates will end up the program with the Multi Crew Coordination course. So far, they have learned how to fly an aeroplane on their own, in different situations and conditions. The purpose of the MCC course is to learn how to work in a multi crew environment. In today s flight decks, there are always at least two pilots, working together to ensure the good and safe conduct of the flight. Modern jets have become extremely complex and powerful; therefore, it is extremely important to work as a team to fulfil all the tasks related to the conduct of the flight. The MCC course is divided into a one week ground course and 28 hours of Boeing 737NG simulator. Optional Complementary Modules Upset Recovery Training (URT) The purpose of the Upset Recovery Course is to teach pilots how to handle emergency situations and unusual attitude in flight. The course includes 5 hours of pre and post flight briefing time, in order to review, explain and prepare all the manoeuvres that will be executed in flight. PLEASE REFER TO THE DEDICATED UPSET RECOVERY BROCHURE! Flight Instructor (FI) Becoming a Flight Instructor is a great way to increase and improve its own set of skills. More than a simple rating, it is a career and adds an important value to a pilot s experience and curriculum. The Flight Instructor course allows a professional pilot to teach other pilots how to fly (additional rating such as the Instrument Rating instructor or the Class Rating Instructor are also available at BFS). PLEASE REFER TO THE DEDICATED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR BROCHURE! 23

24 Pricing* The total price of the modular course depends on the modules candidates have to follow and on the options available. Candidates should review the Pricing Summary below to have a clear overview of how much their program may cost. Pre-registration Expenses EASA Class 1 Medica Exam (initial) 363 Selection/Evalutation Tests (Compass + CPP) 100 Schengen VISA delivery fees (if required) VARIABLE Private Pilot License (PPL) Total Price: 463 Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Official Written Exams (BCAA) hours of ground courses 650 Airport Badge hours of briefing included ICAO ELP Exam hours of aircraft ground course included Landing Fees Variable 650 Flight Examiner Fee (variable) 184 License Delivery Fee (BCAA) 156 Flight Training 30 hours of dual flight instruction on BE77/C Material* 5 hours of supervized solo flight on BE77/C Student Training Set hours of solo cross-country flight on BE77/C (manuals, charts, plotter, flight computer, etc.) 5 hours of simulator training 762 1,5 hours of in-flight skill test on BE77/C Total : * Material acquisition is left to the discretion of the student. It *** Extra training hours may be required *** can be acquired through the school or via other providers. Prices mentioned are those applicable within BFS. ATPL Ground Course - Classroom Total Price: Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Uniform (for ab-initio students) hours of ground courses Official Written Exams (BCAA) 438 ATPL Ground Course - Distance Learning Material* ATPL Manuals 1200 Total Price: Total : Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Official Written Exams (BCAA) hours of self-study time at home (estimated) - 65 hours of classroom brush-up courses 500 Total : 438 Material & Fees Time Building 500 Distance Learning Pack (manuals, support) Total Price: Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Flight Training Landing Fees Variable 90 hours of solo flight on BE77/C *** Discounts are applied each 10, 25 and 50 hours performed during the time building phase*** Total Price: Total : - 24

25 Night Rating Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Rating Delivery Fee (BCAA) 94 5 hours of ground courses 220 Total : 94 Flight Training 1 hour of simulator training hours of dual flight on BE77/C hour of dual flight instruction on PA28/C hours of supervized solo flight on BE77/C Total Price: Multi Engine Rating (ME) Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Landing Fees Variable 7 hours of ground courses 250 Flight Examiner Fee 184 Flight Training Rating Delivery Fee 94 6 hours of dual flight on DA Student Training Set *** Extra training hours may be required *** Total : 353 Total Price: Instrument Rating (IR) Training Program Price - - Variable - Parallel Expenses Price - - Ground Training / Academics Landing Fees Variable 13 hours of briefing 944 Flight Examiner Fee hours of aircraft ground course Included Rating Delivery Fee (BCAA) 94 Flight Training 944 Material* 40 hours of simulator training Student Training Set 255 (manuals, charts, plotter, flight hours of dual flight on DA42 computer, etc.) Total : 624 *** Extra training hours may be required *** Total Price: OU Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Training Program Ground Training / Academics Price - - Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Training Program Ground Training / Academics 4 hours of aircraft ground course Included 4 hours of aircraft ground course Included Price - - Flight Training Flight Training 15 hours of dual flight on DA hours of dual flight on C hours of dual flight on DA *** Extra training hours may be required *** *** Extra training hours may be required *** Total Price: Total Price: hours skill test CPL-IR-ME

26 Multi Crew Coordination (MCC) Training Program Price - - Ground Training / Academics 25 hours of ground courses 500 Flight Training 20 hours of simulator training (Airbus 320) Total Price: Total price option 1: Total price option 2: Modules Regular Prices Modules Regular Prices PPL ATPL Classroom Time Building Night Rating MEP IR CPL MCC TOTAL starting at Parallel Expenses Grand Total (estimated) PPL ATPL Distance Learning Time Building Night Rating MEP IR CPL MCC TOTAL starting at Parallel Expenses Grand Total (estimated) The major difference between option 1 and option 2 lies within the ATPL ground course. In option 1, the ATPL ground course is the classroom full-time course. Within option 2, the ATPL ground course is the Distance Learning version. Payments Fly n Pay Under this system, students pay for the ground Courses at once, (PPL, ATPL, Night, ME) Flights performed will be charged every week, Meaning that if students don t fly for a certain time, they don t have to pay. Payment is therefore spread over the entire duration of the program and the amounts invoiced are dependent on the amount of Hours flown by the students each week. Training Material acquisition is left to the discretion of the students. It can either be acquired through BFS, or via other providers/vendors. To the student, should he or she decide to buy it onhis/her own. 26 This payment system (Fly n Pay) was established in order to allow students to manage their financial resources in the most comfortable way possible. Expenses are spread over the entire duration of training, and are directly related to the intensity of training.

27 License Conversion (ICAO to EASA) Pilots who already hold an ICAO license (PPL or CPL) with valid ratings (IR, SEP, MEP) can apply for a specific conversion program. In all cases, candidates who are willing to get an EASA CPL-IR will have to get their class 1 medical certificate. They will also have to follow the complete ATPL ground course (either in class or in Distance Learning) and pass the 14 official written exams. The exact practical conversion program has to be established by BFS after an assessment of the candidate. However, the minimum program established for the conversion of an ICAO CPL-IR-ME into an EASA CPL-IR-ME is presented and priced hereunder: ICAO to EASA License Conversion Training Program Price - Price - Variable - Parallel Expenses - - Ground Training / Academics EASA Class 1 Medical Examination (initial) ,5 hours of briefing 980 Flight Examiner fees 350 ICAO English Exam 155 Flight Training Housing - PRICED UPON REQUEST - 1 hour of pre-entry evaluation in C Food & Beverages - NOT PROVIDED - est. 8 hours of dual flight on C172 (VFR) Medical Insurance package (2 months) 20 est. 5 hours of simulator training (ME/IR) 762 Licenses & Ratings delivery fees (BCAA) est. 7 hours of dual flight on DA42/PA hours of in-flight skill test on DA42/PA Material* Student Training Set 255 *** Extra training hours may be required *** (manuals, charts, plotter, flight computer, etc.) Optional 1 hour skill test on C172 for SEP add-on 232 Total : Total Price: *IMPORTANT NOTE: Airline pilot training, whether integrated or modular, shall be considered as competency based training. The hours and the durations mentioned in our brochures are estimates, based on the European regulatory requirements. Nevertheless, success does not mean achieving the minimum amount of hours, in a minimum amount of time! Success means that a candidate has reached a certain level of Knowledge, Skills and Aptitudes (also known as KSA s). The exact amount of hours required as well as the duration (and thus, by deduction, the price) required for a candidate to reach these KSA s will depend on several factors, the main ones being the sole responsibility of the candidate: motivation, discipline, hard work, flexibility, availability, courage and determination! Other factors such as the weather conditions may also affect the duration of the courses. 27

28 Financing & Insurance Financing is available through different recommended banks. BFS works closely with Belfius bank. This bank can fund up to (ab-initio training + type rating if required). This system has been especially developed for airline pilot candidates. For more details regarding the conditions and specifications of these loans, contact the specialized agency: Belfius Banque & Assurances Zennevallei CVBA Basiliekstraat HALLE Yannic.seghers@mandat.belfius.be Belfius Please note that loans are currently reserved to Belgian citizens only. One of the conditions for subscribing the loan with the banks is to have a special insurance coverage. BFS works in collaboration with SAAM in order to offer a specific coverage for student pilots, which covers the definitive loss of the class 1 medical certificate as well as death. The student will be protected for a capital of International Students Candidates who are not from the European Union should be holder of a long term visa (education). For more details, visit: lgium/studeren_in_belgie/ lgium/visa_for_belgium/ _establishment_visa.aspx Non-EU citizens should travel to Belgium first under a tourist visa in order to take the medical exam as well as the selection/evaluation tests. The long term visa application shall be completed when back to their home country and upon receipt of the tests results (medical & selection). 28

29 Housing Short term stay (up to one month) The school has established a solid partnership with the Ibis hotel group and is able to offer special rates to candidates staying for up to 1 month in one of the three hotels surrounding the airport of Charleroi Brussels South: Hotel Ibis Charleroi Airport (+/- 2 km from the school) Hotel Ibis-Budget (+/- 2 km from the school) Hotel Ibis Charleroi Centre (+/- 10 km from the school) The services offered include a fully equipped bedroom with free Wi-Fi internet access, individual bathrooms and closet, breakfast, a two-way shuttle to the school facilities, laundry services and access to all common areas Contact us for more details. Long term stay (more than 6 months) Although we currently don t provide accommodations or housing in Belgium, we work closely with real estate companies in our region and we are able to guide you through your researches. The average monthly housing budget varies between 250 and 600, depending on the type of housing.. Belgium is the heart of Europe and a fantastic place to live. The diversity of its countryside s and cities makes of it a very warm and intimate country, where cultures, religions and traditions are mixing with each other to give the heartbeat of Europe! 29

30 Housing in the US During their stay in the US, students will stay in a fully furnished and equipped apartment made available by Airborne. The apartment complex also includes a swimming pool, tennis and volley court, a fitness room and a clubhouse. Florida is one of the best locations in the world to fly around. Hundreds of airports available for cross country flights, fantastic coasts and views, no mountains and 300 days of sun per year! The Fort Lauderdale region is also known for the several famous tourist attractions that attract millions of visitors every year! And then? During training, candidates will be constantly monitored by the school in order to guarantee the highest level of knowledge, skills and aptitudes possible. Of course, we are expecting them to be motivated and personally invested in their program. Reaching airlines standards is our objective, but we go even further! We will do our very best to enlarge the scope of knowledge of the candidates, by offering free briefings, brush up courses, observation flights, refresher courses, airline interview preparation courses, visits of control towers & ATC centres, etc. Our mission does not end when candidates pass their final exams and get their licenses. As explained previously, our primary goal is for our candidates to find a job as first officers. Even though we cannot guarantee a job upon completion of our programs, we will follow our students until placement and we will assist them in the selective research-selection-placement process. All statistics clearly show that the demand for new pilots is going to increase over the next 20 years. But like any other industry, the demand fluctuates with the economy. Thanks to the European licenses, candidates can apply (almost) everywhere! They have to be ready to move abroad if necessary. The school has also developed a special program called the After Care Program, which allows candidate to maintain their level of skills, knowledge and aptitudes, even when they are graduated and looking for a job. This program (detailed here-above), includes a package of simulator training (IR-ME) as well as an access to the Airline interview Preparation Course provided by highly experienced airline professionals 30

31 Registration procedure To apply for one of our airline pilot courses (Integrated or Modular), candidates should follow the following procedure: 1) Make sure that you know everything about the school and the program. Eventually set up an appointment at the school, or attend one of our info sessions 2) Set up a financing plan 3) Apply for the EASA class 1 medical exam 4) Apply for the selection/evaluation tests at the school. Fill in the registration form and prepare all the required documents: a. Copy of ID/Passport b. Copy of high school diploma c. C.V. d. Motivation letter in English (1 page) e. Copy of Class 1 medical certificate 5) If the medical exam and the selection tests are successful, sign the student contract and finalize your registration 6) Start training! Why BFS? BFS has an experience of more than 20 years in pilot training and is now one of the most important schools in Belgium. BFS is approved by the Belgian Civil Aviation Authorities and by the European authorities under the EASA regulation, one of the most serious and renowned certifications in the aviation industry. The majority of the instructors are current or retired airline pilots, with thousands of hours of flight experience, providing a very high level of quality in training. The school has been able to place students with major airlines in Europe and across the globe. The training programs have been especially developed in order to meet with the regulatory requirements, but also with the airlines demands and expectations. The school has its own maintenance department, insuring the highest level of safety and availability of its fleet. BFS working philosophy is based on safety, quality and proficiency BFS training programs exceed the regulatory minimum requirement Modern offices and classrooms, fully equipped and available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 31

32 FAQ Q1: What are the pre-entry requirements to the airline pilot program? You have to be at least 17 years old, hold a high school certificate (or equivalent level of education), have a good knowledge of English, and physically fit to pass the class 1 medical examination. If you are a non- European citizen, you also have to hold a valid VISA, or a permit to stay for the duration of your training. In addition to this, candidates have to pass the selection/evaluation tests at the school (COMPASS & CPP), in order to ensure that they meet all the knowledge and competency pre-requisites. Q2: Is it important to have good knowledge of mathematics and physics? It certainly is an advantage, but the level reached at the end of high school should be sufficient. There is no need for you to take special classes in math and physics before commencing the course. We also include brush up courses in math and physics at the beginning of the ATPL ground courses. Q3: What about English? English is, as you can imagine, one of the most important requirements related to the pilot s training and career! A good knowledge of English is mandatory before the beginning of the course and will be subject to a personal evaluation. It is important to say that most of the courses are given in English, and all the study material is in English as well. Q4: What are the differences between the integrated and the modular programs? The integrated program is an all-inclusive, non-stop going training program that takes you all the way from zero, up to the doors of the airlines, through 4 training phases. The program is more intensive and more structured than the modular one and generally shorter too. It also includes a training phase of up to 5 months in Florida (USA), where students perform the initial flight training phase. The modular program is more known for the comfort of the training process. The program is divided into 9 modules. Each module focuses on a specific amount of requirements (theory & practice) and allows the candidate to spread his program according to his own personal and financial resources. Q5: Why is a part of the integrated program performed in Florida? Is it the same in modular? Since the integrated program is an intensive course, it is important to keep a continuous flow within the training program, especially with the flight hours. Florida is one of the best regions in the world for flight training. The weather and the airspace make it a perfect environment for the initial phases of flight. This is why all the integrated candidates will spend approximately 4 to 5 months there. Of course, the fact that they will be fully immerged in an English speaking environment is another advantage. The current regulations prohibits modular students from performing training outside the EASA (European) Member States, but they are allowed to perform time building anywhere in the world. Therefore, we have developed some specific time building packages for our modular students, allowing them to spend 1 month there, and build up about 100 hours of flight time as Pilot In Command. Q6: How long is the validity of the license and ratings? A typical license has no expiry date, however, most of the ratings are valid for a period of 1 year and are renewed by passing a skill test with an examiner (although a refresher training is not mandatory before a skill test, it is highly recommended). The Single Engine rating is valid for a period of 2 years. The Medical Certificate (class 1) has to be renewed every year (under 40) and every 6 months (over 40) Q7: Can I apply in all the European countries with my license? The licenses and ratings delivered upon completion of the training are known as EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency). It means that they are recognized by all the European member States, but even outside of Europe! Most of the countries in Asia-Pacific, in the Middle-East and in Africa do recognize and accept EASA licenses. In other words, upon completion of your training, you will be able to apply almost all over the world! 32

33 Q8: Why is airline pilot training so expensive? There are several reasons that can explain the price of the airline pilot training. One of the most important factors that has an impact on the price of the training is the price of fuel (aviation fuel, known as AVGAS is about 2,5 /L, with an average fuel consumption of 25 to 30 liters per hour). Other factors are the numerous taxes, fees and royalties that schools have to pay to the authorities. Other costs include maintenance, personnel, certification fees, etc. Then, you also have to keep in mind that quality has a price and this is the mean explanation to the differences between flight schools. Taking the cheapest flight school is not the best thing to do. Remember, this training is an investment on your career. You need to compare the facilities, the tools, the quality of the staff and the infrastructure offered! Q9: What about the insurance coverage? Our students are covered during their whole program under our general liability insurance. In addition to this, we also provide a specific student pilot insurance that covers the definitive loss of their medical certificate as well as death at a capital of Q10: Are there any financing solutions available? We do work closely with a few banks that offer specific financing options for student pilots under certain conditions. Unfortunately, there is currently no official funds for candidates willing to undergo a complete training program and the options offered by the banks are restricted to Belgian nationals. Q11: Do I really get a job upon completion of the course? Obviously, we cannot guarantee you a job, because of the unpredictability of the market and the neutrality that the local airlines have to keep regarding the different flight schools. But we have been able to place our pilots with several airlines and we do have agreements with some of them to offer guaranteed interviews to our students. Remember, you do not have to focus only on the local airlines. Some regions of the world are desperately looking for pilots and the phenomenon will increase in the future! Q12: What if I don t get a job after one year? Well, it s quite simple actually You only have to take a skill test in the twin engine, once per year, in order to renew your license and your ratings. But it is up to the pilot s responsibility to fly regularly to maintain his level of skills. Q13: I am not from Europe; can I enroll your program? Of course, if you meet all the requirements related to the selected program! Refer to the International Section of this brochure, or check our website regarding the VISA requirements. You have a question? You want to know more? You want to meet with us and visit the school? CONTACT US NOW! info@bfschool.aero (Charleroi) (Liège) 33

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