Asia Pacific Flight Training Academy Shamshabad Hyderabad Answered Questions

Airline and commercial pilots are trained to operate aerial vehicles in order to perform duties like transporting supplies and passengers.
Although this career may appeal to adventurous souls, there is also a high level of stress and responsibility involved in commanding aircraft under different weather conditions and in various difficult situations. Typically, two pilots are required in most aircraft, and the most experienced pilot is considered the captain. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported the median salary for all airline pilots, co-pilots, and flight engineers in May 2015, was INR. 117,290.
Here are the steps you can take to become a pilot:
Step 1: Obtain a College Education.
Step 2: Gain Flying Hours.
Step 3: Earn a Pilot's License.
Step 4: Complete Additional Tests and Training.
Step 5: Work as a Pilot.
Step 6: Advance in the Field
Before you begin, you must ensure you have passed class 12th with at least 55% marks in Maths and physics individually. This is mandatory.
If you graduated with any degree, it isn't a problem, the method is still the same, as long as you meet the previous criteria.
You must pass English tests too or a TOEFL certificate will do. You must have an Indian citizenship. Now, let us begin.
1. During the first four months of class 12th, you have to apply for a DGCA class 2 medical certificate. Just visit Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Government of India's website and they have a long list of doctors who are certified to issue that certificate. It usually takes a few months for the certificate to be issued, so you must apply for it well ahead.
2. After you are with class 2, you will get your PMR number. Go to the DGCA website again and download the form for class 1. Fill it, enter the PMR and fix the appointment.

Yes, you can do that. PPL in India is issued after 40 hours flying + DGCA exams + PPL issue checks.
You can take PPL from India and then proceed abroad to complete your training for CPL. But remember this is not going to give you any additional benefits. Because PPL privileges for Indian license cannot be exercised abroad, as the criteria for issue of PPL or CPL differs from country to country.
Like countries which are regulated by FAA, issue CPL only after 250 hours of flying. And in India, it's DGCA that imposes and enforces the laws of aviation. Here you can get your CPL at 200 hours of flying only.

For becoming a commercial pilot, there is a specific eligibility criteria, which you should first be aware of. This is decided on what subjects have you taken in class 12th. It requires PCM to be a pilot. And, even if you have not opted for the same, then you can appear separately for these subjects and become eligible. Further, you should be aware that you are medically fit to be a pilot, so I would suggest you to visithttp://www.dgca.nic.in/medical/medical-ind.htmandgototheclass 2nd examiners tab to find out doctors who will examine you for initial fitness. You can visit any doctorate from the list as per your convenience. Once you are done with Class 2nd medical, find out a suitable flying club for you as per your convenience. You can fly in India or abroad. I would suggest you fly in India. Besides finding the club, be aware that you will have to appear for:
1. Air Navigation
2. Aviation Meteorology
3. Air Regulations
4. Aviation Technical
5. Aircraft Specific
6. Radio Telephony
Here, 1-5 are conducted by DGCA and 6 is conducted by WPC. Prepare for these subjects and appear, as exams are conducted every quarterly. For preparation, flying club will help you or there are private instructors available in metro cities as well. You will fly for 200Hrs + Clear DGCA and WPC exams + Clear Class 1st medical, then you shall get your CPL. The next license is ATPL, which you shall be able to apply for once. You will then have to probably fund or self-sponsor your type rating on whatever fleet you are selected in an airline. Then, you finally get a job as a pilot. I hope the process is well explained to you. CPL is an expensive affair. It might cost you around Rs.18-20 Lacs for flying + DGCA exams Rs.500/- each exam + Medicals for Rs.10, 000 + endorsements and license issue fees around Rs.25k + Type Rating around Rs.15 Lacs. So, decide wisely before you enter the field.