Why Choose us!
Flying Academy is an international flight school. Our training programs operate under the FAA (Federal Aviation Association) and EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) guidelines.
OUR PURPOSE
Our purpose at Flying Academy is to create the next generation of pilots. Each student is treated as an individual and our programs reflect this. Since operations began in 1993, we owe our success to this approach.
FAA & EASA Approved
Flying Academy is a worldwide flight training academy. We operate three bases in the US, three within the EU, and an office in India. Our training adheres to FAA guidelines in the US and EASA within the EU.
A Global Community
With over 20 years and several offices around the world, Flying Academy celebrates the diversity of the aviation community. Now with our Worldwide Campus and LMS platform; a student can complete theoretical
training anywhere!
By Pilots, For Pilots
We provide comprehensive flight training for student pilots with some of the world’s most experienced flight instructors.
Flexible Training Programs
We offer a flexible training schedule and flight bookings. To make studying with us easier your overall training (the Ground Training portion) is conducted remotely on our Worldwide Campus/LMS platform.
Our Locations
What do we offer?
Airline Partnership
Partnership with Airline Cadet Program. Possibility of getting hired just after training
Customer Support
Any concerns you have while on-base or studying remotely, our team can tend to your needs and answer all your questions.
Study Program
According to your qualifications, requirements, and wants – our team will provide you with a list of the most suitable programs for your needs.
Visa Support
All documents required when applying for a visa to our bases in Europe will be given and supported by Flying Academy
Accommodation
When coming to one of our bases in the US, our team will help you find accommodation according to your preferences and needs. Our staff can assist in finding a flat or a room to rent with other students.
Transportation
During your training, from base to airport, transportation will be provided. However, commuting for leisure will be at your own expense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Flying Academy is a flight school authorized by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) as well as the EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency).
Flying Academy is:
- EASA Approved Training Organization (CZ/ATO-014)
- FAA Approved 141 & 61 Flight School
Flying Academy is located in the Czech Republic with bases in Prague – the capital, Brno – second biggest city in the country.
In United States of America Flying Academy is located in Miami, Florida and Los Angeles, California.
Flying Academy has recently opened an office in Gurugram, Delhi NCR, Republic of India to provide you the best consultancy services and assistance with admission process into your dream pilot training program either in Europe or the USA.
To start your training you will need the right visa (if a visa is needed), health or travel insurance, proof of identity and diploma or certificate of your highest education. We will also schedule you for the Medical examination as soon as possible so that you’ll be able to fly solo.
You can start your training as soon as you have all the needed documents.
The regulation in the European Union is very strict about aviation safety. Our fleet is maintained at the highest levels of safety.
Flying Academy is operating a fleet of 31 aircraft. Mainly we are using Pipers and Cessnas for ab-initio pilot training, as these aircraft gained the title of the best aircraft for pilot training.
Flying Academy is a well known provider of ab-initio flight training both in the USA and in Europe. Wide portfolio of courses, allows us to offer tailor-made solutions on top of tried and tested training paths to meet each trainee’s individual needs and help every pilot to reach their goals no matter if you have previous experience in Aviation field or not.
Flying Academy is International Flight Training Center that creates a multicultural learning environment. With students from all around the world. This intercultural competency will help students feel comfortable working in different countries throughout their career or sharing the cockpit of an airline with a pilot from another culture.
It highly depends on what type of license you would like to gain FAA or EASA one. The training can be individually combined the way, so you could visit and get experience both in European and US aerospace. Contact our team of Flight Training Consultants in order to find the most suitable training location for your training.
Flying Academy is having a whole team of dedicated Flight Training Consultants, located on 2 continents that will guide you throughout all the application process. From your creating a tailor-made training program to arranging your arrival to the school.
Flying Academy is a commercial organization and not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you already applied for any funding program and you need a supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) – we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to [email protected] and your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query.
Flying Academy is a direct provider for Ryanair Cadet Program!
In the past months we have been in close discussions with Ryanair and now we can make the news public to you all. Based on the exceptional results we had with the candidates who went for the assessment, Flying Academy has been selected as a direct provider of Cadets for the company.
The opportunity which we offer to our graduates is to start employment with Ryanair, without payment for the Type Rating.
To qualify for the Flying Academy for Ryanair assessment you need to:
- Have completed the training with Flying Academy
- Be a holder of a EU passport
- Hold an EASA CPL license + Frozen ATPL and valid ME IR
- Hold Class 1 Medical
- 70 hours PIC if Integrated or 100 hours PIC if Modular
- Have been a top performer and had a good attitude during training
- English language proficiency Level 4 minimum
All interested can submit a request to be considered for the program via an email to [email protected]
Medical Certificates
EASA Medical Certificate
For CPL, IR, MEP, FI/IRI, 0-ATPL you need Class 1 Medical Certificate.
For PPL, NR, ATPL theory you need Class 2 Medical Certificate. If you hold a PPL with an instrument rating, you will need to undertake an audiometry test.
FAA Medical Certificate
For PPL and IR you need Class 3 Medical Certificate.
For CPL, MEL, 0-CPL, CFI/CFII you need Class 2 Medical Certificate.
EASA Medical Certificate
Class 1: 12 months until the age of 40 (depending on the type of flying being performed)
Class 2:
- 60 months until you are 40
- 24 months if you are between 40 and 50
- 12 months if you are over 50
FAA Medical Certificate
Please, find out more about types and validity periods of FAA Medical Certificate here.
EASA Medical Certificate
Prague:
- Class 1 – 502 EUR
- Class 2- 102 EUR
Vienna
- Class 1 – 815 EUR
- Class 2- 350 EUR
FAA Medical Certificate
The prices vary from $60 to $120.
The Class 1 medical examination in Prague takes 2 days, is generally considered more thorough and includes also psychological assessment (several different cognitive and aptitude tests).
The Class 1 medical examination in Vienna takes 1 day and includes very brief psychological assessment.
If you are a Czech or Slovak going for a medical examination in Prague (both Class 1 and 2), you need to bring a report of your medical records from your general practitioner.
If you are a female going for a medical examination in Prague (both Class 1 and 2), you need to bring a report from a gynecologist.
Your Medical Certificate needs to be issued by EASA – approved medical examiner. The entry examination for Medical Certificate Class 1 can only be done in EASA member country (in Europe).
We cooperate with aero-medical centers in Prague or Vienna. If you would like to complete your medical examination in any other EASA-approved medical center, you can do so. However, your Medical Certificate needs to reflect that your Pilot License will be issued in the Czech Republic.
Please send the scan of your Medical Certificate to your Flight Training Consultant or to [email protected] and we will let you know, if your current Medical Certificate can be used for the training.
In Prague, the medical examination takes 2 days and can be started either on Mondays or Wednesdays.
In Vienna, the medical examination takes 1 day and can be done on Tuesdays.
The Class 1 medical examination starts early in the morning and lasts the whole day.
We can help you book your medical examination, but the booking should be done approximately 1 month in advance to ensure that your required date will be available.
Please click here for more details.
The general requirements can be found in Part-MED regulation . Please bear in mind, that the final decision is made by the Approved Medical Examiner based on the actual results of all the tests. If needed, the medical examiner is entitled to request additional medical tests carried out by specialists (hematologist, immunologist, etc.).
You can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. The school offers assistance to obtain it.
The requirements can be found under the following link.
Visa Support
Yes, we do.
There might be particular requirements for you for obtaining the visa depending on the country you come from, or from which country you apply for the visa. It is your responsibility to check such requirements at the embassy where you will apply for your visa.
Make sure that you have a valid passport for the whole period of your training program.
Yes, we do.
There might be particular requirements for you for obtaining the visa depending on the country you come from, or from which country you apply for the visa. It is your responsibility to check such requirements at the embassy where you will apply for your visa.
Make sure that you have a valid passport for the whole period of your training program.
EU Visa
In order to get Visa the applicants must demonstrate that they meet visa requirements including:
- Live in a residence abroad, with no immediate intention of abandoning that residence
- Intend to depart from the Czech Republic upon completion of the course of study
- Possess sufficient funds to pursue the proposed course of study
US Visa
The Immigration and National Act has specific requirements which must be met by applicants for the student visa. Consulates will determine whether you qualify for the visa. Applicants must demonstrate that they properly meet student visa requirements including:
- Live in a residence abroad, with no immediate intention of abandoning that residence
- Intend to depart from the United States upon completion of the course of study
- Possess sufficient funds to pursue the proposed course of study
EU Visa
Application for a Schengen short-term visa can be filed within 3 months of the planned trip. Applications are in most cases reviewed within 7-15 days. In individual cases, the review period can be extended up to 30 days and in exceptional cases up to 60 days.
Applications for a Schengen long-term visa in most cases reviewed within 1-3 months. In individual cases the review might take up to 6 months.
US Visa
Embassies/Consulates can issue your M1 student visa as early as 120 days before the start date on your I-20 form. Students are encouraged to apply for their I-20 early to provide enough time for visa processing. It is recommended that you wait until you receive your Form I-20 before you make an interview appointment at the U.S. embassy or U.S. consulate. Students can enter the U.S. no earlier than 30 days before the study start date shown on your I-20 form.
The deposit serves as a proof of sufficient funds for the course, and to cover the expenses on courier services used to send you the documents for the visa application. You need to have sufficient funds to pay for your course. In many cases, we are contacted by the government officials and asked to confirm your admission to the school.
Yes. Students are responsible for obtaining health insurance.
EU Visa:
Flying Academy will assist you in obtaining Complex Health Insurance for Foreigners, necessary for your long-term visa.
The I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). The M1 visa is issued by the US Consulate/Embassy.
Yes, the amount of vacation depends on your length of study.
Payments
We are not providing studying in loan or scholarships, but you don’t have to pay in one payment. During the Training we are giving opportunity to our students to pay in Payment Installments.
In Europe and USA you can pay via:
- Bank transfer
- Card payment in Flying Academy’s premises
- Online card payment
- Cash in Flying Academy’s premises
In Europe You can pay in EUR, USD, GBP and CZK, in USA just in USD.
Deposit will go for your training. This is your first payment installment.
Flying Academy has a different installments plan for each course, that allows every trainee to take a training phase that is perfectly fitting his financial abilities. We accept credit/debit cards, cash or bank drafts.
With Flying Academy you will have a full insight to your flight schedule, account and all charges by using MyFBO online tool.
Accommodation in USA and Europe
Yes we do, in Europe and USA both.
Not at all. After your arrival you will purchase annual public transportation tickets. It is valid for all means of public transportation (Bus, trolley, metro, trams). Our bases are perfectly connected by buses. Moreover regarding to statistics Czech public transportation belongs one of the best in the world.
For the students’ convenience, Flying Academy offers transportation services and airport. Our driver will pick you up at Fort Lauderdale or Miami International Airport or Los Angeles International Airport. This service is subject to a single fee and depends on which Airport student arrives. Fee varies from 80 – 150U SD per way.
Yes, we do. The most comfortable for you will be renting the scooter and we will help you with this after your arrival.
Transportation in USA and Europe
Yes, we do.
Yes, it is.
As all your study materials will be delivered electronically, you will definitely need stable Wi-Fi connection in order to study without interference.
All accommodation facilities offered by us fulfill this. No extra charge applied for this service.
We have been choosing these specific locations which will provide you calm environment to study.