- If you have joined the Flying Branch, training is divided into STAGE I, II and III respectively. Each stage gradually takes you from fundamental to more complex levels of aviation.
- Before the commencement of flying training, you will first be provided technical training on the trainer aircraft. This involves imparting theoretical understanding followed by a practical demonstration on all systems of the aircraft. You will also be required to undertake a program in aviation medicine. Apart from a complete medical examination, you undergo a de-sensitisation programme to prevent / overcome airsickness with the help of Yoga. The programme also includes practical demonstrations in a high altitude simulator.
- Flying training is provided to pilot trainees from National Defence Academy, the National Cadet Corps or directly from universities through AFCAT/ CDSE. Trainees other than NDA cadets are first sent for Pre-Flying Training at AFA for six months before commencing STAGE –I training. After completion of STAGE –I training of 24 weeks at Air force Academy. Pilot trainees are trifurcated into Fighter, Transport and Helicopter streams. Then they undergo STAGE –II training of 24 weeks in their respective Flying Training Establishments. After STAGE –II training, the successful pilot trainees are commissioned as Officers and undergo STAGE –III training. On completion of STAGE –III training, they begin operational flying at the squadrons / Units assigned to them.
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