Unfortunately a lot of people that approach us to train in the UK turn out to be ineligible. As a result we require all international students to register (it’s free) using the form below. But make sure to read all the following closely before you do.
If you need a visa to travel to the UK, we can provide an “invitation letter” indicating you are visiting us for informal training or are enrolled on one of our courses (for example) to support a tourist visa application.
If you are planning to travel on any visa other than a tourist visa, be aware that we are not considered an “Educational Institution” in the eyes of the UK Government. Furthermore we do not have a UKVI number issued by the UK Visa and Immigration service.
We therefore have no legally recognised kind of stamp or seal. We are not eligible to issue letters in support of a study visa.
We area UK CAA Declared Training Organisation (DTO) and Approved Training Organisation (ATO) and you can find our registration numbers on the about us page, and quote them to the relevant authorities if needed. You can also see our registration on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website here.
We do not offer advice on how to get a visa.
Our pilot licence courses are not degree programs. Completing one of our courses would not grant you eligibility for a Post Study Work Permit (PSW).
Education Background
There are no formal educational requirements to qualify to take a PPL course. It is up to students to assess their own ability to undertake instruction in English.
Minimum Age
We do not accept international students under the age of eighteen.
Funding the Training
You must be able to show you have sufficient funds for the training and accommodation for the duration before we have any discussion about joining a course. In our experience, there can be a lot of admin time to organise an international student visit. Therefore we require an up front admin fee to process applications.
We will not accept full payment in advance for a course of training. Payment will be by instalments paid in advance of providing any goods or services. We do not accept cash payments and so payment method must be either by card or bank transfer.
We may require full payment in advance for informal training. For example a block of up to 10 hours flight training outside of a formal course. For more than 10 hours we would want payment in instalments to be discussed if you are eligible.
Accommodation
It is up to the student / agent to research, organise and pay for accommodation.
English Language Proficiency
We do not provide or organise any formal training toward an English Language certificate or other language qualification. Our requirements are the same as the current standards of the UK CAA. which can be found here – Link to CAA website.
Issue of Supporting Documents for a Visa
We will not issue any supporting documents until we have a signed contract and received the initial payment. The course is paid for in stages, we do not accept full payment for the course up front (there are no exceptions).
What happens if My Visa Application Fails?
If your visa application is not successful or there is some other reason that prevents you joining a course the initial payment will be refunded minus the non-refundable application processing fee.
For Flight Instructor / commercial Training
If you are looking to become a flight instructor or commercial pilot with a view to working in the UK we are unable to advise as to whether you would be able to do so with your current licence. You need to get the UK CAA to confirm they recognise the authority that issued your license. We do not get involved in this – please liaise with the CAA directly. Once you have written confirmation your license is valid in the UK, submit it along with the other information required using the form below.
For Training Organisations / Consultancies
We do not work with agencies, consultancies or other training organisations. We will only deal directly with potential students. If this is you can put your students in direct contact with us. But please be aware we do not offer referral fees or commission.
How to Get The Process Started
To get started complete the form below to tell us a bit about yourself and submit your supporting documents. Which must include proof of available funds for your training and accommodation for the duration. Include your visa if you already have one and your pilot licence / medical if you have one. If you are an organisation representing potential students please make individual submissions for each student on their behalf.