Introduction

Horizon International Flight Academy was established in 2003 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mubadala Development Company, the Abu Dhabi government owned investment and development company. Horizon is the first flight academy in the Middle East to train students to a European Joint Aviation Authority (JAA) standard curriculum. In addition to providing aeroplane pilot training, Horizon is also the only academy in the Middle East to provide helicopter pilot training. Set within the boundaries of Al Ain International Airport and housed in a purpose built flight training facility, Horizon has set the benchmark for pilot training in the Middle East. Horizon is ideally suited for training in a focused Aviation environment and is approved by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authorities (GCAA) who issue internationally recognised licenses. Horizons staff, a diverse team of multinational instructors, are amongst the most qualified in the region. In addition, Horizon boasts stateof-the-art training facilities and an impressive fleet of aircraft with an impeccable flight safety record.

Other Licenses and Courses provided at Horizon

PPL QMP ATPL CPL FI IR

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Private Pilot License (Aeroplane and Helicopter) Qualified Military Pilot License (Aeroplane and Helicopter) Frozen Air Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane) Commercial Pilot License (Helicopter) Flight Instructor (Helicopter) Instrument Rating (Helicopter)

FROZEN AIR TRANSPORT PILOT LICENSE (INTEGRATED) FROZEN ATPL (A)

Aim of the Course

The aim of the Frozen ATPL (A) integrated course is to train pilots to the level of proficiency necessary to enable them to operate as co-pilot on multi-pilot, multi-engine aeroplanes in commercial air transportation. It is an ab initio course, that is, no previous flying experience is required. The ATP License is frozen until the pilot reaches 1,500 hours of flying experience of which 500 hrs must be in a multi-pilot transport aircraft. Upon registration, you will take an English test in order to evaluate your level of English a score of ICAO level 3 is required to enter the course. The cost of the test is AED 300.

Breakdown of the Course

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Theoretical Knowledge Flying Training Duration of the Course

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900 hours 203 Hours (Minimum) 78 weeks (Minimum)

Entry Requirements
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Be a minimum of 17 years of age High School Grade 12 or equivalent and demonstrate a good understanding in Mathematics and Physics Meet the UAE GCAA Class One medical standard Proficiency in English is expected - an ICAO Aviation English Level 3 before commencing the course Before license application a student must be at ICAO level 4

Credit for previous experience:

In the case of a PPL (A) holder, 50% of the aircraft hours flown by the entrant prior to the course may be credited towards the required flight up to a credit of 40 hours flying experience or 45 hours if an aeroplane night flying qualification has been obtained, of which up to 20 hours may be dual instruction.

Cost of the course Frozen ATPL(A)

AED 400,000/USD 108,696 Additional Costs: Aeromedical test (payable to the clinic) & Licensing Fees

The cost includes the training manuals and books, the exam fees and the flying hours mentioned in the syllabus. Additional tuition will be charged at the posted aircraft rates at the time of training. Prices may be subject to change without prior notification. Confirmation of course booking will be made on receipt of the registration fee.

Payment Schedule 10% 15% 25% 25% 25% Registration Fee After Security clearance and Medical Test commencement of Flying On completion of 60 Hours of Flying On completion of 90 Hours of Flying AED 40,000/AED 60,000/AED 100,000/AED 100,000/AED 100,000/(USD (USD (USD (USD (USD 10,870) 16,304) 27,174) 27,174) 27,174)

Refund Policy 1. In the event that the applicant decides to cancel registration, there will be no refund of the registration fee. 2. In the event that the application is unsuccessful either due to failure of the medical test or security clearance, the registration fee will be refunded less a 20% deduction for the administration process. 3. The individual needs to pay extra fees in case of any additional flying hours or resit of exams. 4. If the individual is terminated by the training committee, a refund shall be made for the remaining phases of training but not the current phase. 5. If the student withdraws then no refunds are applicable.

Structure of the Frozen ATPL (A) Program

The ATPL course is a full time training program, consisting of Computer Based Training and Classroom Training. The aim of the ground school is to impart sufficient knowledge to the students to pass the GCAA ATPL (A) examination. The theoretical knowledge syllabus of the ATPL (A) Integrated course covers the following learning topics: - Principles of Flight - Communications - Aircraft General Knowledge - Air Law - Human Performance - Operational Procedures - Navigation - Meteorology - Flight Planning and Performance

Scheduled start dates for Frozen ATPL

The courses for 2012 are as follows (dates subject to confirmation): 29th January, 04th March, 6th May, 08th July, 16th September and 25th November.