HELPING

YOUR
CAREER
TAKE OFF

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Our mission:
To ensure you achieve
the highest standards
in aviation while
helping you accomplish
your personal and
professional aviation
goals.
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Contents

3 Choose the Right Flying School

5 Welcome to Ardmore Flying School
5 About Ardmore Flying School
5 Why Learn to Fly in New Zealand?
5 Training Facilities
6 Our Aircraft
8 Becoming a Commercial Pilot
8 An overview of the Diploma in Aviation
9 Attaining the Diploma in Aviation
10 Private Pilot Licence (PPL)
12 Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)
14 Instrument Rating (IR)
16 Instructor Rating (C-Cat)
18 Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)
20 Basic Gas Turbine Rating
22 Multi Crew Integration Course (MCIC)
24 Starting your Aviation Adventure
25 Domestic Students
26 More Information
26
27
Employment Opportunities
FAQ FOLLOW
YOUR
28 Glossary

DREAMS
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Want a Career in Aviation?

Choose the Right Flying School
There are few pursuits more exhilarating in life than flying. The idea of ‘slipping the surly bonds
of earth’ and ‘topping windswept heights with ease and grace’ has captivated mankind for
centuries.

Regardless of whether you choose You’ll take home more than a Diploma in
aviation as a career or for just the sheer Aviation when your training at Ardmore
thrill of flying, your choice of flying school is complete. Apart from a profound
is vital for your success. sense of achievement, there will be many
milestones to look back on for the rest
In terms of personal challenges, becoming
of your life — your first landing, your first
a pilot has few equals. Learning to fly
solo flight, your first cross country flight.
tests many aspects of human nature and
spirit — your resilience as you come to To find the best way to realise your
grips with Aerodynamics and Principles dream of flying, talk to our experienced
of Flight, your attention to detail every team who will guide you on the path
time you pre-flight an aircraft and fulfil towards aviation success.
flight planning requirements. Your
coordination, judgment and confidence
will be challenged on every flight. But
when you’ve finished, you’ll be a greater
person for the experience.
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Welcome to Ardmore Flying School

Aeroplane & Helicopter

We’ve been training pilots at Ardmore Airport in Auckland, New Zealand since 1961. Since then,
we have become recognised worldwide for delivering consistently-high standards in all aspects
of flight training.

We are New Zealand Qualification You’ll fly over majestic mountains, possible. Computer based training allows performance training. These simulators
Authority (NZQA) approved and hold the sweeping plains, imposing forests, students to revisit core concepts both provide a controlled environment to
New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (NZ stunning lakes and miles of coastline, during class and for extramural study. learn in all weather conditions and can
CAA) Part 141 approval for flight training. and gain a dimension to your training be manipulated to ensure your training
Class sizes are controlled to ensure the
This allows us to deliver the New Zealand unobtainable anywhere else. is of the highest quality, best preparing
very best learning environment. Class
Diploma in Aviation (DipAv) and licensing you to embark on your aviation career
Training Facilities numbers vary depending on the course.
at all levels. adventure.
We specialise in tailored flight-training Once you have completed ground course
Our fully integrated flight training
programmes to suit our students’ theory, it’s time for practical training. And
programmes transform students into
individual requirements. We are open to achieve the best training outcomes,
strong, decisive and skilled pilots capable
from 7am, seven days a week, except you will work with your instructor to
of operating at the highest levels in the
public holidays. develop a flight-training schedule.
ever-changing commercial and corporate
sectors. For a comfortable year-round learning Our modern fleet currently boasts 17
environment, new students generally single-engine Cessna 172Rs and 3 multi-
Why Learn to Fly in New complete their ground course theory in engine Beechcraft Duchess Be76s, as
Zealand? one of our four, air-conditioned lecture well as 2 Schweizer H300 helicopters.
New Zealand trained pilots are highly rooms. As one of NZ’s largest flight training
sought after by employers worldwide. organisations, we have the capacity
Each theory subject is delivered by an
This is because of the New Zealand Civil to efficiently deliver training to your
experienced instructor, supported by
Aviation Authority’s (CAANZ) framework personal requirements.
an assistant. This creates a supportive
for excellent training and safety
environment of mentoring and tuition, Towards the end of training, you will
standards, which deliver higher quality
both in and out of class. use both single and multi-engine
pilots — pilots better prepared to safely
simulators. Ardmore Flying School has a
handle adverse situations. Ardmore Flying School utilises the latest
Garmin G1000 single engine simulator,
interactive learning methods to ensure
Flying in New Zealand is also a lot of a Multi-Engine simulator and a King Air
your learning is as easy and efficient as
fun — you can’t beat the diverse scenery. Turboprop simulator for advanced high
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Our Aircraft

Cessna 172R Beechcraft Duchess Model BE76

Measured by its longevity and popularity, the Cessna 172 is the most successful mass- The Beechcraft Duchess Model BE76 is one of the most outstanding twin trainers
produced light aircraft in history. At Ardmore Flying School, we have 17 Cessna aircraft ever built. It is economical and handles and performs beautifully. With top-class
in our fleet. Our 172Rs are equipped with either analogue fixtures or the latest Garman conventional instruments and industry-standard GPS, this model is the preferred
1000 Glass Cockpits. This gives you the opportunity to build your knowledge and skill Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) training platform.
flying aircraft with varying levels of technical sophistication.

Powerplant 1 x 160 HP engine with a Powerplant 2 x 180 HP engine with a

fixed-pitch propeller constant-speed propeller
Cruise speed 115 knots (213 km/h) Cruise speed 150 knots (278 km/h)
Service ceiling 13,500 ft Service ceiling 16,000 ft.
Endurance 5 hours with 40 minutes Endurance 4 hours 20 minutes with 40
reserve minutes reserve

Schweizer 300CBi (Hughes 300) Diamond Twin Star DA42

At Ardmore Flying School, we train our students in the Schweizer S300CBi (more The Diamond DA42 is a four seat twin engine and is the newest addition to our fleet.
commonly known as the Hughes 300). We chose this machine for it’s safety record The DA42 offers exceptional visibility thanks to its panoramic wrap around canopy and
and robust, easy handling characteristics. generous rear windows. Comfortable access for all on board is assured.

Powerplant 180 HP engine Powerplant 2x Ausrol turbocharged

diesel engine
Cruise speed 65 knots (120 km/hr)
Cruise speed 195 knots (365 km/hr)
Service Ceiling 10,000 ft
Service Ceiling 10,000 ft
Endurance 2 hours 40 minutes with 20
minutes reserve Endurance 7 hours 3 minutes with 40
minutes reserve
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EARN
YOUR
WINGS
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Becoming a Commercial Pilot

Aeroplane
Course Structure
Private & Commercial Pilot Licence
Theory Practical (Fixed Wing)
An Overview of the • Law Course
Minimum 200 hours of flying, including:
• 100 hours of dual instruction
Course
Duration
• Human Factors Duration
Level 5 & Level 6

(both levels & strands)

up to 52
12 weeks • 100 hours of solo flight training
• Navigation and Flight Planning weeks

CORE UNITS
Diploma in Aviation • Meteorology
• Aircraft Technical Knowledge
We are approved by the New Zealand • Principles of Flight and Aircraft Performance
Qualifications Authority to offer the New
Zealand Diploma in Aviation (DipAv).
Please note that a Private Pilot Licence is
Instrument Rating
a prerequisite for the Diploma Theory Practical
• Law Course Minimum 40 hours of practical training: Course
in Aviation. Duration Duration
• Navigation and Flight Planning • Minimum 15 hours of simulator training
4 weeks 10 weeks
• Instruments and Navigational Aids • Minimum 30 hours of instrument flight
training

Flight Instructor Strand Airline Preparation Strand

C-CAT Instructor Rating Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence
Theory Theory
Course Course

level 5 + level 6
• Meteorology Duration • Air Law • Human Factors Duration

ELECTIVE STREAM
• Flight Navigation 13 weeks • Flight Navigation • Advanced 10 weeks
• Air Law • Flight Planning Aerodynamics,
• Principles of Flight • Meteorology Performance Any 4
• Aircraft Tech • Instruments and and Systems

level 6
required for
• Instructional Techniques Navigational Aids Level 5 plus
BGT + DG
Practical • Basic Gas Turbine (BGT) All required
• Minimum 25 hours of dual-flight instructor training • Dangerous Goods (DG) (Level 5 only) for Level 6

Required for Level 6 Course level 6 Required for Level 6 Course

• ATPL Human Factors Duration Multi-Crew Integration Course Duration
1 week 4 weeks
(MCIC)

Diploma in Aviation (Flight Instruction) Diploma in Aviation (Airline Preparation)

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Becoming a Commercial Pilot

Helicopter
Course Structure
Commercial Pilot Licence
Theory Practical
Attaining the Level 5 • Law (H) Course
Duration
Minimum 150 hours of flying, including:
Course
Duration
• Human Factors up to 40
Diploma in Aviation • Navigation and Flight Planning
11 weeks • 35 hours of dual instruction weeks
• 35 hours of solo flight training
(General Aviation) • Meteorology
• Aircraft Technical Knowledge (H)
• 10 Hours Mountain Flying
• 20 Hours Cross Country Training
Students wishing to make a life-long • Principles of Flight and Navigational Aids (H)
• 10 Hours Sling Load Flying

CORE UNITS
career out of their rotary training are • 10 Hours Night Flying
encouraged to take up the Level 5
Diploma in Aviation. Once you have
completed your Private Pilot Licence Instrument Rating Theory course
(PPL), you then go on to complete Course
• Air Law
a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Duration
• Instruments and Navigational Aids 4 weeks
which allows you to then work on the • Flight Navigation (IFR)
mandatory credits you require in order
to graduate successfully. This course
has been carefully constructed to meet
the basic training needs of industry Mandatory Diploma Credit Requirements
employers. • Air Transport Pilot License Human Factors Exam Credit Course
Duration
• Dangerous Goods Certificate 6 weeks
• Basic Gas Turbine Exam Credit

Diploma in Aviation
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Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

Aeroplane & Helicopter

The Private Pilot Licence (PPL) is the first step towards learning to fly. It’s available to those
wishing to fly recreationally.

Our PPL training programmes are of the Eligibility Theory (self study) Practical
highest standard available, designed to You must pass all exams to obtain a • Preparation for Flight
• 17 years or older to gain your licence
well exceed minimum standards. We are Private Pilot Licence.
and to fly passengers (16 to fly solo) • Starting and Run-up Procedures
dedicated to providing first-class training
and tuition, tailored to your individual • Class-2 medical (minimum) • Air Law — CAA rules and regulations
• Taxiing
needs. As a student, you can achieve an • Navigation
unrestricted PPL within 16 to 20 weeks, Course length • Take-off, Circuit and Landing
subject to weather and your ability. We’ll • Part time — time frame determined by • Aircraft Technical Knowledge
• Aircraft Manoeuvres
teach you all the practical skills required individual • Flight Radiotelephony
to ensure you are well equipped to • Cross-country Flying
confidently handle all situations. If you Flight time • Human Factors
• Emergency Procedures
progress to a professional level, you • 50 hours legal minimum. We • Meteorology
will discover that you have reached a recommend 65-70 hours to meet • First Solo
standard that makes future training much CAA’s syllabus • English Proficiency Test
easier. And once you’ve earned your PPL,
you can fly passengers anywhere in New
Zealand, although you can’t be employed.
So, in a minimum of 50 hours’ flight time,
we’ll take you from no flight experience to
being a proficient Private Pilot.
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LIFT
OFF
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Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

Aeroplane & Helicopter

Once you have obtained your Private Pilot Licence (PPL), you can work towards your
Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) — and take another step towards a lucrative commercial flying
career.

The theoretical training for a CPL This covers components such as: Theory Practical
covers many of the same subject areas You must pass all exams to obtain a • Advanced Cross-Country Flying
• 10 hours of Night Flying
as the PPL, but in greater depth. The Commercial Pilot Licence.
practical component of CPL training • 30 hours of Cross-country Flying • Advanced Aircraft Handling
will prepare you for your commercial • Air Law
• 10 hours of Instrument Flight time
flying career. With advanced aircraft • Navigation
handling and a clear focus on exceeding • CPL Handling Exercises
minimum standards, your higher levels • Aircraft Technical Knowledge
of situational awareness will ensure each
Eligibility
• Human Factors
of your missions are accomplished with • 18 years or older to gain your licence
maximum safety and efficiency. Learning • Meteorology
• Class-1 medical
to fly at a professional level requires • Principles of Flight
careful planning and coordination. • NCEA Level 2 or min 3 years’ work
Today, the emphasis is very much on experience
seamless training. In other words, airlines
Course length
want prospective employees to have
completed a training programme with • A minimum of 52 weeks
continuity and a depth and breadth
Flight time
of experiences required for an airline
position. The PIC (Pilot in Command) • 200 hours legal minimum (150 hours
requirement for a Commercial Pilot Rotary Wing).
Licence is 100 hours of solo flying. A
further 100 hours of dual flight with an
instructor is also required.
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EXPAND
YOUR
HORIZON
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Instrument Rating (IR)

During Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training, you will learn to
fly using visual references. However, the ability to fly by instruments alone is mandatory for all
airline, charter, and corporate pilots throughout the world.

Instrument Rating (IR) Eligibility Theory Practical

An instrument rating (IR) is required if • Private Pilot Licence (minimum) You must pass all exams to obtain a Our IFR course introduces students to the
you want to fly an aircraft by instruments single or multi-engine Instrument Rating. world of simulation coupled with practical
• Class-2 medical + Class-1 hearing or
alone. An IR can be completed on a hands on flying in the IFR environment
Class-1 medical • Navigation
PPL or CPL licence. Our programme is with training aids designed to help you
designed to provide a maximum number • 50 hours of Cross-country Pilot In • Law concentrate on the instrument panel only.
of multi-engine hours (approx. 30 hours) Command Instrument flight training will teach you
• Instruments and Navigational Aids
during training with options for single- how to fly in adverse weather conditions,
• 10 hours of instrument time
engine and multi-engine instrument • CPL Meteorology in low visibility and at night.
ratings available. • NCEA Level 2 or 3 years’ work
• CPL Human Factors
experience

Course length
• A minimum of 14 weeks

Flight time
• 30 hours dual (both single engine and
multi engine) and minimum 15 hours
simulator training.
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Instructor Rating (C-Cat)

Aeroplane & Helicopter

Gaining a C-Category (C-Cat) instructor rating is the most popular path to a career as an airline
pilot. It is the best way to accumulate hours and gain flying experience. It also bridges the gap
between students achieving their Commercial Pilot Licence and becoming an airline pilot.

Instructor Rating (C-Cat) Eligibility Practical

This course is designed to develop your • Class-1 medical • Practical and Theory on Flight
desire to train and provide instruction Instruction
• Commercial Pilot Licence
by applying training methods that fully
• Principles of Flight and Performance
integrate safety awareness, critical • Completed 150 hours of Pilot In
thinking, sound judgment and threat and Command • Meteorology
error management.
• You are required to complete a test • Cross-Country Navigational
and panel interview to assess your Techniques
suitability prior to acceptance onto this
• Emergency Flight Manoeuvres
course.
• Instructional Techniques Course
Course length
• A minimum of 12 weeks

Flight time
• 25 hours of dual-flight instructor
training
• 1 hour of spin-recovery training (Fixed
Wing only)
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TAKE
CONTROL
OF YOUR
FUTURE
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Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)

Aeroplane

An Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is the highest licence you can obtain. With it you can
captain a multi-crew aircraft (provided you hold a type rating for that particular aircraft).

Due to the high level of experience Eligibility Theory

required (1500 hours), graduates usually • Class-1 medical • Air Law
gain the additional hours for this licence
as part of their normal duties as an • Commercial Pilot License • Flight Navigation
instructor or a co-pilot for an airline. In • Multi-engine Instrument Rating • Flight Planning
the meantime, students will be awarded a
frozen ATPL when they have completed Course length • Meteorology
the seven subjects. The theoretical • A minimum of 14 weeks • Advanced Aerodynamics, Performance
component can be completed any time; and Systems
however, exam credits expire after a Flight time
certain time period if the practical flight • Human Factors
• No flight requirement in this course
test hasn’t been completed. Talk to us • Instruments and Navigational Aids
about the best timing for sitting these
exams. Holding passes in these subjects
will greatly enhance your employment
prospects.
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REACH
FOR
THE
SKY
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Basic Gas Turbine Rating

All pilots who fly jet and turbo-propelled aircraft must pass an exam in basic gas turbine
knowledge.

This exam credit is required before you Eligibility Theory

can operate a turbine-powered (jet or • Class-1 medical Students who undertake this rating will
turbo-propelled) aircraft. The Basic learn:
Gas Turbine Rating (BGT) requires the • Commercial Pilot Licence
following: • The workings of a basic gas turbine
• Multi-engine Instrument Rating
engine
• A 2-week theory course
Course length • The history and development of the
• An external examination • A minimum of 2 weeks basic gas turbine engine
• The applications in jet and turbo-
propelled aircraft
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Multi Crew Integration Course

The Multi Crew Integration (MCI) course provides students who have an IFR Rating with a
detailed introduction to the many demands of a multi-crew cockpit and the systems and
operation of modern turbo-prop and jet aircraft.

For low-hour pilots or those with no Eligibility • Physical Integrity (health) • Weather radar
commercial multi-crew experience this Must have completed CPL, MEIR and all • Dealing with Commercial Pressures • Anti-ice systems
course provides excellent preparation for ATPL subjects.
entry into Airline entrant pilot roles. Use of Operational Documents • Stall Warning Systems
Course Length • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Safety Management Systems
• 4 weeks
• Quick Reference Handbook (QRH) • Operational Occurrence Reporting
Syllabus • Despatch Deviation Guide, Minimum
(OOR)
Human Factors Equipment List (DDG/MEL) • Just Culture
• Multi-Crew Roles • Route Guide Managing Threats to Safe Flight
• Monitoring • Normal and Non-Normal Checklists • Severe Environment
• Situational Awareness • Performance Calculations • System Failures
• Workload Management and Advanced Aircraft Systems Primary Flight Management (all phases
Automation of flight)
• Electronic Flight Instrument Systems
• Threat and Error Management (EFIS) 36 hours FBS per crew (18 hours pilot
• Problem Solving and Decision Making flying, 18 hours pilot monitoring) in fixed
• Flight Management Computer (FMC)
based high performance simulators
• Teamwork and Autopilot
(KingAir & B737NG).
The Role of an Airline Pilot • Pressurisation Systems

• Interpersonal Skills • Traffic Collision and Avoidance System

(TCAS)
• Professionalism
• Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning
• Personal Integrity System (EGPWS)
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Starting Your Aviation Adventure

Domestic Students Enrolment Information - Self funded placements

Self-funded placement
Step 1 Enquiry
Contact [email protected] to obtain an enrolment pack.

Entry Requirements
Step 2 Apply
Self Funded Placement
Collect the supporting documentation listed below:
• Complete NCEA Level 2 (Physics and • Recent school results
Mathematics are preferred but not • CV/resume
essential) • Copy of your passport

If you want to apply for self-funded

placement, please contact our enrolments
team at [email protected] for an Step 3 Confirmation of enrolment
application form. As part of confirming your placement on the course, You will be invited to attend a
formal interview. if all our requirements are met you will be required to sign a
training agreement and pay a deposit to open your account. Once payment is
received, you will be allocated to an instructor who will initiate your training
programme.
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Starting Your Aviation Adventure

Domestic Students Enrolment Information - Student loan placements

Student-Loan placement
Step 1 Enquiry
Contact us at [email protected] to arrange a formal interview.
Complete the ADAPT pre-screening tool on the NZ Skills Connect website.

Entry Requirements At the conclusion of the interview, your

Student Loan Placement application will be presented to Ardmore Step 2 Apply
Flying School’s selection panel for review. Bring the following to the formal interview:
• Complete NCEA Level 2 (Physics and • Recent school results
Mathematics are preferred but not Please note: From 2012 aviation courses
• ADAPT pre-screening tool results
essential) are not fully funded by the student
• CV/Resume
loan scheme. Loans funded students
• Passport/Birth Certificate
• Complete the ADAPT pre-screening are now required to self fund some of
tool (all prospective students applying their training. For more information,
for a Diploma in Aviation must please speak with our Manager - Student
undertake the ADAPT Pre-Screening Services or Enrolments team on Step 3 Confirmation of enrolment
tool found on the NZ Skills Connect 0800 ARDMORE. Once you have been offered a student-loan placement, a letter will be sent to you
website).
outlining how to confirm your placement on the course and the course materials you
All prospective students applying for a will require. You will also be required to sign a formal training agreement. On receipt
student-loan placement must then sit a
Student Funding of your training agreement, you are able to make an application to Studylink for
formal interview. To book, please contact StudyLink processes student loans funding. Our student services team will guide you through this process.
our enrolments team at and allowances on behalf of the
[email protected]. Ministry of Social Development. If
you have been offered a student-
Prospective students must bring the loan placement by Ardmore Flying
following to the interview: School, please contact StudyLink for
• A copy of ADAPT test results information on how to apply at
www.studylink.govt.nz.
• Passport
• Last school results
• CV/resume
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More Information

Employment Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

Aeroplane or Helicopter
Opportunities
With a PPL you can:
• Fly for recreation
• Take non-fare-paying passengers
• Learn to fly different types of aircraft
Better prospects for aeroplane Get a Taste for Flying
pilots in the longer term Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) “When once you have tasted flight, you
Aviation industry leader Boeing predicts Aeroplane or Helicopter will forever walk the earth with your eyes
that airlines around the world will need turned skyward, for there you have been
an additional 535,000 trained pilots over and there you will always long to return.”
With a CPL you can fly under visual
the next 20 years. This is due to fewer — Leonardo Da Vinci.
flight rules and become:
new pilot entrants, large numbers of • A flying Instructor For only $139, take control of a Cessna
retirements and increasing fleet sizes. • A scenic or charter pilot 172 and fly the skies around Ardmore! In
Ardmore Flying School also works closely • An agricultural pilot the safe hands of a qualified instructor,
with industry, both internationally and they will get you up in the air and teach
in New Zealand to develop employment you how to handle the plane before
Ratings for Instrument Flying and
pathways for its graduates. bringing you down to Earth — it’s also
Turbine Powered Aircraft
great to see Auckland from a different
Our instructor courses are recognised as Aeroplane or Helicopter perspective, too. Call 0800 ARDMORE
one of the most intensive and successful
to book your next flight.
courses available in NZ. With these you can become:
• A rescue or air ambulance pilot
• An instrument rating Instructor

ter
• A charter, scheduled or freight pilot
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Hel Fligh
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Airline First Officer Intr 49.00
$3
Airline Transport Pilot Licence
(ATPL) Airline Captain
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long will it take to obtain a How much will it cost? I wear glasses, will this be a Is a New Zealand CPL recognised
Commercial Pilot Licence? Cost is highly dependent on the number problem? overseas?
To obtain a Commercial Pilot Licence of flying hours completed by the student. You will need to meet minimum medical The New Zealand CPL is well recognised
(CPL), you must first complete your Contact our enrolments team to find standards, but in most cases wearing worldwide and New Zealand pilots are
Private Pilot Licence (PPL). Once you out the cost structure outlined for each glasses won’t be a problem. In fact, many in popular demand by many airlines.
have completed this licence, then you can licence. airline pilots wear glasses. You can wear The licence meets the International Civil
work towards completing your CPL. This glasses or contact lenses so long as your Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards.
may take up to 64 weeks dependent on How can I get some information vision is corrected to 20/30 or better; you In many cases a licence conversion will
the weather and your ability. If you wish about the courses? must also be able to see red and green. simply require passing the local flight
to move into the airlines, you will require Send an email through our Contact Us To obtain a NZ CAA Class 1 or 2 medical, rules examination, completing a flight test
further training. page on our website to receive a New you must visit an approved aviation and obtaining a local medical for the type
Zealand Student or International Student medical examiner. They are listed on the of licence you hold.
How old must I be to start flying? Information Pack. www.ardmore.co.nz CAA website at www.caa.govt.nz.
Students must be 16 years old to fly solo Does your school do licence
What if I can’t commit to full- For any health issues, we recommend you conversions for overseas
and 17 years old to obtain a Private Pilot
time study? consult an aviation medical examiner. licences?
Licence. If you are younger than 16, you
can begin flight training with an instructor Online courses are now available through How often do I have to fly to Yes we do. Licences from different
once a month or during school holidays the Ardmore Theory Centre delivering keep my licence current? countries have different requirements for
until you are old enough to fly solo and PPL, CPL, IFR and ATPL subjects. Study conversion to a NZ CAA licence. Check
To keep your licence active, you must
complete the remainder of your licence, in your own time and pace, with support the CAA website at www.caa.govt.nz for
perform three take-offs/landings every
or you can join the AvStart Programme. from our tutors should you need it. the conversion requirements. If you need
90 days. Then you will need to undergo a
Contact our enrolments team for more a hand understanding how to go about
flight review every two years.
information. the conversion, please contact us through
Does your school do licence our website and we’ll help you through it
renewals? www.ardmore.co.nz
Yes we do. Contact Ardmore Flying
School and talk to an experienced
For more information on the AvStart instructor about your licence renewal
Programme please contact the and how to best prepare for your biennial
enrolments team. flight review.
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Glossary

PPL: Private Pilot Licence (entitles the NZQA: New Zealand Qualifications
holder to fly with passengers but not for Authority
hire or reward)
MEIR: Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
CPL: Commercial Pilot Licence (entitles
FAA: Federal Aviation Authority (USA
the holder to fly with passengers for
equivalent of CAA)
hire or reward if employed by a suitably
certificated air operator) Solo: Solo flight — you will be the only
person in the aircraft
ATPL: Airline Transport Pilot Licence
(entitles the holder to act as captain on HSI: Horizontal Situation Indicator (an
an aircraft that requires two pilots) instrument used to fly IFR)

IR: Instrument Rating (entitles the holder SEIR: Single Engine Instrument Rating
to fly without visual references, navigating
Fixed Wing: Aeroplane
solely by reference to radio navigational
aids. This is how airline pilots fly) Rotary Wing: Helicopter

IFR: Instrument Flight Rules (rules

governing flights undertaken on
instruments)
ASL: Aviation Services Limited (the body
that administers all external examinations
and flight tests for the CAA)
Type Rating: An authorisation associated
with a pilot’s licence allowing operations
on individual types of aircraft
CAA: New Zealand Civil Aviation
Authority (the aviation industry’s
regulatory body)
VFR: Visual Flight Rules (Rules governing
flights undertaken visually)
Want to fly? We know how. Ask us!
Harvard Lane, Papakura, Auckland 2582
P.O. Box 72 744, Papakura, Auckland 2244, New Zealand
Telephone: +649 298 5055
Freephone: 0800 273 6673 (ARDMORE)
Facsimile: +649 298 3007
Web: www.ardmore.co.nz
Email: [email protected]