Entry Criteria

To enroll in the program, meeting specific criteria is necessary. Aviation is a highly regulated industry, and ensuring safety is of utmost importance.

Age: at least 18 years old

Reputation: No criminal record

EU citizenship: Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU

Knowledge of Physics and Math: These subjects form the basis of aviation studies, and knowledge of them will be tested during the entry assessment.

Physical status: Valid EASA 1st Class Medical Certificate

English language proficiency: At least level B2

Education: Secondary or higher

Other: Copies of relevant documents, e.g., passport, proof of a positive credit history, etc.

Application Process

To get accepted into the program, candidates are required to go through a comprehensive assessment process, demonstrating their fitness to become a pilot. Soft skills, special competencies, motivation, and attitude will be evaluated throughout the application process.

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Please fill out the inquiry form, and we will assign you a personal manager at BAA Training. The manager will contact you to provide all you need to know about the Pilot Runway program.

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First consultation

Your personal manager will contact you via a phone call at a mutually agreed date and time to discuss the program in more detail and will answer all your questions.

03

Medical checkup

Submitting a valid EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate and other documents is mandatory. You will undergo a special medical examination assessing your physical fitness for the pilot profession.

04

Document screening

You will need to fill out the candidate application form and submit all the necessary documents for the selection process. At this stage, we will select a mutually acceptable date and time for the assessment.

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Personal traits test

This is a computer-based evaluation of the candidate’s specific personal traits and competencies.

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English language proficiency test

The test consisting of grammar and listening exercises is designed to assess the candidate’s English language proficiency.

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Candidate’s cognitive abilities assessment

During this stage, logical thinking, multitasking ability, reaction speed, and other skills necessary for the pilot profession are evaluated. The test also assesses proficiency in math and physics.

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Interview with a pilot assessment specialist

During the interview with a pilot assessment specialist, a candidate’s motivation and general readiness to start pilot studies and then pursue a career in aviation are evaluated.

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Final stage

It is the final stage of the selection process, helping the selection committee make the final decision about the candidate's suitability for studies. A candidate has a personal conversation with a psychologist and provides relevant references. They also participate in a group exercise and do a final interview with the selection committee.

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Program Outline

Pilot Runway is an all-encompassing, competency based MPL (Multi-Crew Pilot License) program, covering Ab Initio flight school training, Type Rating, Base and Line training. It takes around 24 months (2 years) to complete, and once you graduate, you will proudly join an airline as a First Officer.

Below is an overview of the program curriculum*.

*The program curriculum might vary slightly based on the specific airline.

ATPL Theory

Starting with theory, students will learn comprehensive aviation knowledge, including air law, aircraft systems, navigation techniques, meteorology, and operational procedures. Covering principles of flight, human factors, and emergency protocols, it prepares soon-to-be pilots for the theoretical aspects of commanding commercial aircraft.

CAA Theory Exams

During ATPL Theory, students are required to undergo an examination at the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), the results of which determine their readiness for flight training.

Phase 1: Core Flying

During the practical part of the training, students will cover Visual Flights (VFR), including Night Visual Flight Rules (NVFR) on a single-engine piston aircraft, and Instrument Flights (IFR) on Flight and Navigation Procedures Trainer (FNPT).

Phase 2: Basic Training

Students are introduced to multi-crew operations and instrument flight.

Phase 3: Intermediate Training

Theoretical and practical Type Rating studies are conducted in both a classroom and on an FNPT of a specific aircraft type (A320 or B737).

Phase 4: Advanced Training

Students continue expanding both theoretical and practical knowledge in classroom on type-specific FFS devices (A320 or B737), preparing to work in a multi-crew, airline-oriented environment.

Base Training

Aerodrome training involves practical aircraft type training that takes place in an actual aircraft at an airport. During these sessions, pilots complete at least 6 take-offs, landings, and a go-around.

Line Training

Line Flying Under Supervision (LIFUS) provides pilots hands-on experience in line flight operations. Crew members, under senior instructor supervision, perform duties from their qualified pilot’s seat learned in simulator training, focusing on normal operating procedures during commercial flights.

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