OUR AB-INITIO FLIGHT TRAINING PROGRAMMES

Ready to embark on your journey toward becoming a pilot?

Dento Aviation Flight Academy has one of the most succesful ab-initio airline pilot training programs in Cyprus. The latin adverb "ab initio" translates as "from the beginning", thereby used as an industry standard airline oriented flight training program for cadets from zero experience to becoming a commercial pilot. 

The AB-inition course can be conducted as a modular course (broken into different courses) or as an integrated course. 

Here at Dento Aviation we give our cadets to choose between Modular or Integrated ATPL programme depending on their needs. View our available options below to choose which programme best suites your needs.

If you are a graduate pilot looking for additional training, take a look at our Advanced Pilot Training Programmes.

MODULAR OR INTEGRATED ATPL?

MODULAR ATPL

AB-INITIO

18 -24 MONTHS

SEPARATE MODULES THAT CAN BE TAKEN AT CADETS AVAILABILITY

22

155

45

PAID PER MODULE 

 €59.000

VS

TYPE OF TRAINING 

DURATION

STRUCTURE

EXAMS

FLIGHT TRAINING HOURS

SIMULATOR TRAINING HOURS

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

LICENSE APPROVALS

COURSE FEES 

INTEGRATED ATPL

AB-INITIO

14 -18 MONTHS

INTEGRATED PROGRAM WITHOUT A POSSIBILITY TO INTERUPT TRAINING

13

140

55

PAID UPFRONT

 € 62.000

MODULAR ATPL COURSE OVERVIEW

The Ab-initio ATPL Modular course is broken down in the following modules.

  • 1. PPL

    Private Pilot License

    COST €13.500

    PPL Theoretical Training (100 hrs): The purpose of the theoretical training is to teach the syllabus for the nine theoretical subjects and to pass the relevant in-house exams. For this purpose, “Dento” has created its own e-learning platform which allows online learning, followed by a minimum of 2 days classroom review and then relevant in-house exams.

    PPL Flight Training (45 hrs): Once a minimum level of theoretical training is completed, the students could commence flight training congruently with their theoretical training.

    Note: Prior to the 1st solo, all students should obtain a Class I Medical. Additionally, all trainees should demonstrate at least an Operational Level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) before their PPL skill test.

  • 2. NR

    Night Rating

    COST €1.500

    Night Rating (5 hrs theory + 5hrs practical): This phase also includes theoretical and practical training. Therefore, here too, “Dento” has created its own e-learning platform which allows online learning, followed by instructor briefings and finally by the flight training.

  • 3. HR BUILDING

    Hour Building

    Hour Building and Monitored Flight Experience packages are designed for student pilots working towards their Commercial Pilot License. These programs provide Private Pilot License (PPL) holders with the opportunity to enhance their skills while learning to fly more advanced aircraft under the expert guidance of a Flight Instructor.

  • 4. ATPL

    Airline Transport Pilot Licence Theoretical Training

    COST FULLTIME €8.500 OR DISTANCE LEARNING €3.500

    ATPL Theoretical Training (650 hrs): The purpose of the theoretical training is to teach the syllabus for the thirteen theoretical subjects and to pass the relevant EASA exams. For this purpose, we cooperate with Bristol Ground School and the course is conducted four days per week, as an in-classroom ground school.

    Hour Building: This part would be conducted once a week.

    Note: Weekly training plan entails, A) theoretical training to be conducted four days per week with 25% of the time been allocated for review, and B) flight training (hour building) to be conducted once weekly.

  • 5. CPL / IR / MEP

    Commercial Pilot License Instrument Rating - Multi Engine Piston

    COST €26.000

    This phase commences once, A) all the 13 ATP written exams have been passed, and B) have completed the hour building.

    Combine MEP / IR / CPL (A) in sequence : This is the last and final phase of training which is completed as shown above. Once the training is completed, then the IR and CPL skill tests could be conducted.

    Licence Issued:

    Once all the phases are successfully completed, the successful students are eligible to obtain a CPL / IR / MEP and once they complete 1.500 hrs of flying experience, they would be eligible to obtain an ATPL.

  • 6. PBN

    Performance Based Navigation

    COST €1.000

    The purpose of the ground training is to teach the syllabus for the Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Course. For this purpose “Dento” has created its own e-learning platform which allows distance learning which is then followed by an instructor briefing.

  • 7. UPRT

    Upset Prevention Recovery Training

    COST €1.000

    The purpose of the ground training is to teach the syllabus for the Advance Upset Prevention Recovery Training (UPRT) Course. For this purpose “Dento” has created its own e-learning platform which allows distance learning which is then followed by an instructor briefing.

AB-Initio Course overview

ONCE OUR CADETS HAVE COMPLETED YOUR MODULAR ATPL, CADETS HAVE THE OPTION TO PROCEED WITH OUR ENHANCED MULTI CREW COOPERATION (MCC) TRAINING TO AIRLINE PILOT STANDARDS (APS) COMBINED WITH MULTI PILOTS AIRPLANE (MPA) TYPE RATING COURSE ON EITHER THE A320 OR THE B737 300-900

INTEGRATED ATPL COURSE OVERVIEW

The Ab-initio ATPL Integrated course is broken down in the following modules.

  • 1. THEORETICAL TRAINING AND EXAMS

    Months 1-2

    The cadet will complete a theoretical foundation course that covers all major subjects, establishing a strong understanding of the principles of flying prior to beginning any flight training. 

    Months 3-10

    The cadet will begin Flight Training alongside the training of the 13 ATPL subjects, integrating both flight and theoretical instruction into a single phase. After completing the theoretical training for each subject, students will take their respective exams. By the end of this phase, students should have successfully finished all theoretical exams and accumulated approximately 97 hours of flight training.

    Months 11-14 

    The cadet will complete an advanced flight training program that includes Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) as well as instrument-only flying on advanced multi-engine simulators and aircraft. Upon finishing the flight training, Cadets will undertake their skill tests to obtain their Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating on a Multi-Engine Piston Aeroplane.

  • 2. FLIGHT TRAINING

    Months 3-10 

    Cadet shall fly under VFR our Single Engine Piston Pipistrel Explorer for a total of 92 Hours.

    Months 10

    Cadet shall fly during night our Single Engine Piston Pipistrel Explorer for a total of 5 Hours.

    Months 11-12

    The Cadet shall conduct Upset Privention Training - UPRT for a total of 3 Hours and then start flight training unfer IFR - Instrument Flight Rules for a total of 40 Hours.

    Months 12-13

    The Cadet shll continue with his IFR training on our FNPTII simulator for a total of 40 Hours.

    Months 13-14

    The cadet shall train under IFR for his Multi Engine Training for a total of 20 Hours. Once completed the cadet shall finish his ATPL integrated course with his MCC - Multi Crew Cooperation Training for a total of 15 Hours. 

TRAINING LIFE

MEET THE TRAINING AIRCRAFT

The key factor that distinguishes our training sessions is the quality of our equipment, and we take great pride in our fleet. We are privileged to operate the newest and most advanced aircraft fleet in their category.

Our modern fleet enables us to offer comprehensive training programs for both single-engine and multi-engine aircraft, featuring state-of-the-art controls, instruments, and innovative aerodynamic designs that prioritize safety and performance.

FAQs

CAN I VISIT OUR ACADEMY BEFORE I DECIDE?

Please feel free to book and visit us at your convenience to explore the process, timeline, costs, and employment opportunities.

Following our discussion, we will offer you a complimentary simulator session on our advanced Entrol FNPT II simulator. This session will provide you with an immersive experience of our pilot training approach and help you determine if it aligns with your preferences.

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