How much does it cost to become a pilot in Australia?

How much does it cost to become a pilot in Australia?

A cadetship at Qantas costs up to $87,000. Flying school will cost about $28,000 for a basic commercial pilot's licence. A degree will cost $6979 a year (Government supported) plus $22,560 a year for flying costs.

How long does it take to become a pilot in Australia?

As a rough average, it will take a student 55-60 hours of training to qualify for a private pilot licence, the minimum required being 40 hours. If you are training full time, this usually takes around 2 months. If you are training part-time, it will take around 12 months if you train for just over 1 hour per week.

What qualifications do I need to be a pilot in Australia?

To become a Pilot you'll need to obtain an Australian pilot's license, issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. You may need a strong background knowledge of Physics, Mathematics and English. Learn to fly as a student pilot through a flying organisation.