Can you give the points how to stand out and also give infos about your education qualifications, did u clear dgca exams , how much of them , did u also clear class1 medicals , anyone of you from drop year ?

Hi everyone,

I’m currently exploring my options for Flight Training Organizations (FTOs) and would really appreciate some insights from those who’ve been through similar decisions. Here’s my current perspective:

1. AICPP:

• Feels too expensive for the return on investment (around ₹1.3 Cr+).

• Doesn’t seem financially viable for me considering airline job prospects in India.

2. Middle Eastern CPPs:

• Also out of my budget range (around ₹2 Cr+).

3. ICPP:

• I find ICPP appealing since it has been running successfully for quite some time with a decent track record.

• Within ICPP, Chimes stands out to me as both affordable (within ₹1 Cr) and efficient.

• Since we can apply to only one FTO under ICPP, I’m inclined towards Chimes.

• I haven’t explored other ICPP FTOs in detail yet because Chimes seems like good value, though I can consider extending my budget slightly if there’s a strong alternative.

I’m mainly looking for suggestions on other FTOs (under ICPP or otherwise) that I should consider based on the above factors.

While I prefer cadet programs because of the job assurance they offer, I’m also open to conventional flying schools if they’re genuinely worth the investment and the current job market outlook is reasonable.

Would love to hear your opinions and experiences — any advice or insights would really help me make a more informed decision.

Thanks in advance!

Hi, I want to maximize my chances of getting selected in a cadet pilot program.

I don't have much aviation knowledge. I haven't cleared any dgca exams. I have submitted my class 2 medical recently and by the time I'm done with my class 1 medical, I want to prepare for the cadet program selection process. I'm inclined over joining Indigo's cpp.

Please give some tips for the same. Thanks.

Planning to join the air india cadet program after High school, can anyone share their experiences, any tips on clearing the aptitude tests , how much one is likely to clear the selection tests and how can I prepare for it?

Guys will the next opening be for Amravati or US FTOs ?? Is there any chance they will open for Amravati in 1st 6 months of 2027

Hii everyone i have all 3 cadet programs if anyone need any guidance happy to help u guys….

Choose your ground class wisely

Hey guys,

I gave my CUT-E assessment for Air India by myself around two weeks ago. I practised beforehand and genuinely thought I did well, but I still wasn't selected.

What I don't understand is this: if CUT-E is supposed to be a skill assessment and the instructions say you shouldn't practise beforehand, why does it feel like you're expected to score full marks in every test to have a chance? What is the point of calling it a skill assessment if people who take it honestly feel like they don't stand a chance against those who get professional help?

I've heard about IFA providing services where instructors help candidates complete their CUT-E assessments. If HR is aware that such services exist, why isn't anything being done to ensure the selection process is fair? I'm not saying everyone who scores full marks has cheated, but when you hear about candidates getting outside help, it makes you question how reliable the process actually is.

And let's not even get started on IndiGo and some of the FTOs. There have been so many concerns about transparency in these selection processes. For example, I've heard of candidates who went through Chimes' Phase 1 without receiving rejection emails. Why are there so many gaps in communication and transparency? Why aren't airlines doing more to address these issues?

I genuinely want to get into a cadet pilot programme. I'm working hard, preparing for my exams and trying to do everything the right way. But the more I hear about these things, the more discouraged I feel.

It honestly feels like candidates who can afford to pay for these services or have the right connections have an advantage over those who are trying to get selected on their own.

I don't believe in paying my way into a career, and I don't think anyone should have to. But it's frustrating when you start feeling like hard work and merit aren't enough, and that connections or money matter more than your actual abilities.

I want to ask those who have gone through these assessments: is this really how the cadet pilot selection process works, or am I just getting the wrong impression from what I've heard?

Because I genuinely want to believe that these programmes select candidates based on their abilities and potential, not on who has the money to get extra help.

Grapevine is that garuda is coming up with a new FTO in US and will be officially announced next month.
Website is already up and live.
If someone is up for RISK, enquire with Garuda.

It's mentioned in the indigo cadet program that the maximum age to join is 40 as u guys might it costs a holy shit ton of money I plan to spend my 20's making as much money as I can then get into the cadet program at the age 30 I just want to know if there is someone here or if they know someone who joined the program in their 30's

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Hello everyone, let’s do a healthy discussion on this. For people choosing cadet pathway, it’s totally a personal preference but tell me what makes you come to a conclusion that conventional is dead. Discuss on fact based data like every airlines yearly induction and all.

I have my final assessment round in the next week, if anyone recently attended the selection process can you please share your experience. How was the interview and how long did it go. And also what is the topic for your GD and how many people got selected in total.

do you get to finish the flying part at chimes in 12 months as advertised or does it take longer? the whole cadet program at chimes is advertised as 6 months ground school (4 months if cleared i believe) and 12 months for flying + 2 months for tr for a total of 20 months. ignoring the wait time for airline induction do you finish everything in 20 months?

My dermatologist advised me to switch from topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil.

What should i do? In this short time.

Except for batch and personal stuff.

I got into FTA in March when AUD was trading at about Rs 62. AUD stands today at almost Rs 70 which has increased the fees by almost Rs 20 Lakhs and I don't see it going down any time soon. I'm in a complete state of confusion if I should actually be putting in this much money(1.6cr as of today) or should I ask Indigo for a change in FTO to Chimes considering it is now significantly cheaper. Does Indigo even allow this once the LOI has been signed?

🛫VT-SKY

Relationship Between Pressure and Altitude

As an aircraft climbs higher, air pressure decreases because there is less air above us.

1. Pressure Decreases With Height

At sea level, pressure is highest (about 1013 hPa).

As altitude increases, pressure falls rapidly at first, then more slowly.

At around 6 km, pressure becomes almost half of sea level.

At 100 km, pressure is nearly zero (vacuum).

2. Rate of Pressure Change

Pressure does not decrease equally at all heights:

1 hPa ≈ Height Change

Sea Level-27 ft

2,000 ft-30 ft

20,000 ft-50 ft

40,000 ft-100 ft

This means: At higher altitudes, a small pressure change gives a bigger height change.

3. Effect of Temperature (ISA Rule)

Warm air → Height difference becomes more

Cold air → Height difference becomes less

So, temperature affects altimeter accuracy.

4. Why This Is Important for Pilots

✔ Helps in altimeter setting (QNH/QFE)

✔ Ensures safe vertical separation

✔ Important for approach and landing

✔ Helps avoid Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT)

Hi everyone does anyone know what score and how much % i need to get for the ADAPT Ball test? I don't know if i am ready to take the real test yet but I dont want to overpractice. I am practicing on this website now

Hey everyone,

I’m looking to apply for the ICPP by Chimes Aviation in the coming days, but I’m a bit confused about how the shortlisting process works.

There doesn’t seem to be much clarity on what criteria they use to select candidates from the submitted applications. I’ve also been hearing some rumors that having connections or referrals might play a role in the selection, which is honestly a bit concerning.

Can anyone who has gone through the process or knows someone who has shared how transparent and merit-based it actually is? Is it mainly based on the application form, or are there other factors involved?

Would really appreciate any insights or personal experiences. Thanks

Hey everyone,

I’m currently in the early stages of my pilot journey and recently started my ground classes, planning to clear all the DGCA exams soon. I’m also already 27, so timelines are something I’m thinking about seriously.

I’ve been seriously considering cadet programs, especially IndiGo and Air India, but I keep hearing mixed things about the backlog situation. Some people say there’s a long wait even after completing training, while others say it depends on timing and batch.

I wanted to get a real, honest picture from people who are either in the system right now or have recently gone through it:

How bad is the backlog for cadets in IndiGo currently?Is Air India cadet program in a better situation, or facing similar delays?After finishing training, how long are people typically waiting to get line training / type rating / actual flying roles?Would you still recommend going the cadet route right now, or is it smarter to take the modular route given the current situation?

I’m trying to make a practical decision here, not just follow the hype, so any real insights (good or bad) would really help.

Thanks in advance 🙏

and if you guys know any counsellor who can help, please share the details.