Skyline in the service of Aviation since last 13 years

The Aviation Educational Activities of THE SKYLINE AVIATION CLUB had started on October 15th, 1987 under the name of The Indian Aviation Academy

Since inception the Club was involved in Aviation Educational Activities such as aero modeling, Aviation Awareness Programs, Private Pilot license (Hobby) Ground Training Course, Ham Radio, etc. for the benefits of students of Schools and Colleges. Club was able to conduct weekend courses at St. Joseph High School, Malad , Mumbai for preparing students to qualify for written examinations of Indian Private Pilots License (PPL) and Amateur Radio Wireless License. During November 12th, 1990 to June 21st, 1992, under the banner of The Indian Aviation Academy the Club was able to prepare 332 students for PPL exams and 139 students for Amateur Radio Wireless License Exams without pecuniary interest.
Managing Committee was compelled to shift Educational Activities of The Indian Aviation Academy under the new name viz. The Skyline Aviation Club w.e.f. June 22nd 1992 in order to obtain the necessary clearance from the Government of India.

On August 19th,1992 The Skyline Aviation Club was registered by the Government and from April 14th,1993 besides other courses, the Club was able to introduce Commercial Pilots License Courses as per the syllabus of D.G.C.A. Govt. of India and F.A.A., Govt. of USA. On November 28th,1995.

The office and classroom of club was shifted from Malad to present address at Borivali. During the decade i.e. From Foundation day October 15th,1987 to October 15th,1997, The Skyline Aviation Club was able to train 1287 students.

The number continues to grow as we proudly enter the new millenium.

Click here to view the list of our Ex Students who have achieved success in the Aviation industry.

FAQ's:

What kind of learning environment do I get?
What is different in Skyline's teaching methodology?
Are the Instructors well experienced?
What other facilities Skyline provides to me?

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

We have tried our best efforts to make and maintain high standard learning environment. Our Classroom is fully air conditioned to make learning in comfortable and relaxed conditions.

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TEACHING METHODOLOGY

The courses are a carefully structured mix of classroom sessions, computer based training and audio-visual presentations on TV Screen. Theoretical aspects guided by the faculty, help the student test the concepts that have been explained in class before assimilating them.

The courses are made simpler by using Air Route Maps, Aeronautical charts for Instruments Approach, Landing Aerodrome Obstruction and World Aeronautical Charts (WAC) for air navigation. Moreover, the courses are on up-to-date aviation information as per the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annexes and documents, Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP) India, AERADIO, NOTAMS and updated Jeppesen Manual especially for the Indian flying environment. The Club is one of the rare institutions who boasts of having highly qualified, rated and experienced war veterans.

Personalized instructions are provided to each and every student. The students progress is continuously assessed through a series of internal tests and assignments. These are given significant weight in award of Final Certificate Certificate of Achievement from the Club

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INSTRUCTORS

Add the most important component - THE INSTRUCTORS. No matter what the mechanical requirements of pilot training, its the sincerity and ability of the instructor, that is most important to you. The Skyline Aviation Club searches for and employs the best. At The Skyline Aviation Club, more than the solutions themselves, the reasons behind the answers are stressed.

Our present pilot training courses are managed by well-qualified and highly experienced professional pilots who have not just attained knowledge and experiences of commercial pilots, but have special training on instrument rating, multi-engine rating and a special qualification as PILOT INSTRUCTOR. They hold ADVANCED INSTRUMENT GROUND PILOT INSTRUCTOR (A.G.I.I), Certificate of FAA from USA especially for you ! Some faculty members are retired pilots from Indian Air Force and Indian Naval Aviation. The Faculty is capable of teaching students from zero level of Student Pilot through Airline Transport Pilot with their invaluable aviation experiences of last eighteen years.

The Club and its instructors have connections with many aviation organizations of the world like Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA) USA, International Air Cadet Exchange Association (IACEA) Great Britain, Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Auxiliary, US Air Force, USA. Ninety-nine Inc. (International Womans Pilot Association) USA, FAPA, USA, EAA USA, Major Airlines Aviation Agencies and best flight training institutes in India and abroad. A combination of such versatile experiences is like adding one more feather to the cap of the Club.

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TEST SERIES & GOVT. EXAMS

Regular home assignments are given to students. Through test series we aim to help student to plan studies systematically, give student sufficient practice, teach them to write perfect answers as expected in the D.G.C.A. Government exams and above all confidence. On top of this we have final prelim exam having standard equal to latest DGCA Govt. exams. On completion of course Students are assisted to fill up examination forms to appear for DGCA Govt. Examinations.

CONTACT PROGRAM

We make it a point to keep the parents well informed about their childs performance through our contact program. Parents are invited to check performance of students through OPEN HOUSE.

PRACTICAL FACILITIES

We have well equipped and modern wireless lab having HF,VHF and UHF wireless sets where each and every wireless communication demonstration are carried out to understand the syllabus of Radio Telephony (R)/Flight Radio Telephone Licence and Amateur Wireless Licence.

COMPUTER BASED TRAINING (CBT)

Students are given opportunity to have training on computer through computer based training programs imported from USA and Australia. On CBT Flight Simulator student learns and acquires basic flying skills through VFR mode and develops good instrument scanning while on IFR mode.

AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS

As technology has changed in each and every field of life, education should not be apart from it. So we arrange educational films based on new syllabus, the entire study program on audiovisuals as viewing has much more impact than hearing. Slide Projector, TV and VCR with KING TAKE-OFF videocassettes on various aviation topics will be provided for all students.

FIRST FLIGHT EXPERIENCE

We arrange field trips, visits to various operational aerodromes to provide better exposure to aerodrome environment and airplanes. During such visit we provide First Flight Experience by making student to fly in an airplane for 30 minutes through our affiliated flight school. During the year 1997 we have arranged successful trips to Ahmedabad, Salem Belgaum and Surat aerodromes.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Since all courses are administered in English, a basic working knowledge of the language is recommended. However to avoid further delays in applicants pilot education, a special class of aeronautical English has been set up for non-English medium students in bilingual instruction programs.

LIBRARY

The Skyline Aviation Club maintains a well-furnished library with selective and informative aviation books, Training Manuals, ICAO Annexures, aviation magazines, periodicals including those prescribed by the DGCA, Civil Aviation Department, Government of India as per the DGCA Circular F. No. DAW (EEO) / MISC./93 dated 23/08/93.

VISA INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE

Students interested to pursue further advanced training or Practical flight training with our affiliated Flight Schools in foreign countries like USA, Canada, Australia will be provided with all relevant Visa Information and Guidance.

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