Frequently Asked Questions

22 to 24 months at Alpha Aviation Academy before starting the 1,500 flying hours with Air Arabia.

The 1,500 flying hours with Air Arabia are guaranteed. Upon the successful completion of these 1,500 hours and based on the cadet’s performance, an interview for employment with Air Arabia is then scheduled.

Alpha Aviation Academy does not offer student accommodation at the moment however, Air Arabia’s accommodation can be utilized based on availability. Moreover, we are located next to the University City in Sharjah which provides students with an array of lodging/housing options.

The assessment process at Alpha Aviation Academy is ongoing throughout the year.

Batch intakes are planned every 2 months and there are 6 batches throughout the year.

Prospective students can refer to the steps outlined in the Admissions Process. Please note that applicants are still required to visit the Academy in person to complete the enrolment assessments.

Alpha Aviation Academy does not offer any academic or merit-based scholarships at the moment. For information on scholarships for international students in the UAE, please refer to the following link: https://government.ae/en/information-and-services/education/higher-education/joining-higher-education-institutions-/higher-studies-for-non-uae-nationals

Alpha offers an easy instalment plan of 4 payments to be deposited every 5 months each.

We only offer the MPL programme, with customized training and workshops, which focus on developing future airline pilots’ required skills, behavior and attitude.

None currently available.

CPL is limited to a frozen ATPL. Pursuing the MPL course ensures receiving a full ATPL, A320 type rating, MEL, and an instrument rating.

Type of Training	CPL	MPL
CPL Ground School Syllabus	YES	NO
ATPL Ground School Syllabus	NO	YES
Instrument Rating	YES	YES
Multi-Engine Rating	YES	YES
Multi-Crew Cooperation MCC	NO	YES
Type Rating A320	NO	YES
Base Training on A320	NO	YES
1,500 Hours Flying on A320	NO	YES
Active ATPL	NO	YES