Flight training in the Wanaka and Aspiring mountainous environment is an
invaluable experience that puts you “on top”. A much higher standard
of flying is achieved through the specialised training required to
operate in this area. It’s a whole new learning curve! Add to that
the sheer pleasure of flying in the mountains, and you’ll be glad
you came.
To qualify for employment with Aspiring Air (and practically any other local
operator) a minimum of 50 hours local experience time is required
which includes Mountain Flying, Strip and Beach training, Milford Sound
and Mt Cook route checks, etc. In obtaining your CPL with us, these
requirements will have been covered. Add to that various type
ratings (which may involve extra cost for more expensive aircraft)
and you are a fresh CPL with a level of experience and knowledge
that surpasses others.
CPL training is provided on demand with timetable being flexible
to meet your availability of time and money. The idea is to fly at
least once or twice per day and include a computer session once per
day for theory study. It is advisable to have one or two days free
from study and training per week.
While the programme is structured, flexibility is important to
maximise the conditions and the associated training benefits. This
is where our programme clearly prepares pilots for employment,
particularly locally and is not just to pass a flight test. As a
result, attributes such as commitment, responsibility, initiative
and personality are particularly important.
As you undergo your training you are already being observed by local
employers who are noting potential and performance as prospective
employees.
Most often quoted hindsight expressed by late starters with
Aspiring Air Ltd, "I wish I did all my training here!"
Flying requirements are:
- Minimum 200 hours total time
- Minimum 100 hours Pilot in Command
- Minimum 30 hours cross country, to be completed in a twelve
month period with a Cross-Country Flight Test at the end
- Minimum 10 hours Instrument Time
- 10 hours night flying (optional)
- 10 - 20 hours training towards flight test standard
Other costs include:
