International Student Flight Training Courses

The following courses are available to International Students.

First Officer Programme

Being one of the Flight Training Organisation (FTO) partners with the Air New Zealand Aviation Institute provides the capability to offer overseas students a full integrated training solution from ab initio to Type Rating. For more information visit Air New Zealand Aviation Institute website.

Private Pilot Licence

Course Length: 6 to 8 weeks
Commencement Date: Courses commence at mutually agreed times throughout the year

Commercial Pilot Licence

Course Length: 24 weeks
Commencement Date: Courses commence at mutually agreed times throughout the year
Course Hours: Includes 151 hours of training, 55 hours dual, 94 hours solo, 2 hours in a AT21 simulator texts lectures, map, equipment, course supervision, and membership

Single/Multi Engine Instrument Rating

Course Length: The suggested course length for Full Theory and Flying Instrument Rating Course is 6 weeks.The suggested course length for a Flying-Only Course is 4 – 5 weeks
Commencement Date: Courses commence at mutually agreed times throughout the year
The Flying-Only Instrument Rating Course covers all the inclusions and exclusions of the full-time Theory and Flying Instrument Rating Course, except that there are no theory lectures and associated costs in the price

Instructor Ratings

Course Length: Offered over at least 8 to 10 weeks at 5 days per week

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Corporate Charters: Air Hawkes Bay is approved and certified by the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to charter to most destinations within New Zealand.

Aerial Photography and Surveying: Our aircraft are appropriately certified and equipped for aerial photography and surveying.

Scenic Flights: The fabulous climate, clear air and beautiful landscape make the Hawkes Bay an ideal place for scenic flights.