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STUDENT STORY COMING SOONFrom Chennai to
the cockpit.
Ground classes in Chennai.
Flight training in South Africa.
Navigation, Meteorology, Air Regulations and RTR. Develop cockpit familiarity in our Cessna 172 simulator.
Your pilot training, step by step.
See the requirements, time and costs at each step. Open a stage for the full details.
01BEFORE ENROLLINGCheck your eligibility10+2 Physics & Maths · Computer Number · Medicals
For the Indian CPL route, you need 10+2 Physics and Mathematics from a recognised board or accepted equivalent. If either subject is missing, NIOS offers a route to complete the relevant Senior Secondary subject. Check acceptance of your documents with DGCA before committing to flight training.
Apply for your DGCA Flight Crew Computer Number through Pariksha. Plan Class 2 and Class 1 medical assessments early through the current eGCA process so you understand your medical eligibility before major training spend.
02CHENNAI · ABOUT 5–6 MONTHSPrepare for DGCA examsDGCA classes, exam planning and simulator practice₹1.80 lakh + GSTGround classes
Skylink Chennai teaches four areas: Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, and RTR (I) & (II). Classes include mentoring, study material and doubt-clearing support. Ask how Technical General and any other required papers fit your individual DGCA plan.
Use your Computer Number to register for the applicable Flight Crew examinations. Keep your results, medical documents and training records ready for the next stage. The published 2026–27 Chennai ground-class fee is ₹1.80 lakh plus GST; confirm the current batch and payment terms.
Explore the subjects03HEIDELBERG, SOUTH AFRICA · 15-MONTH COST ESTIMATEComplete flight trainingFour phases · 213 scheduled flight hours · CPLZAR 876,300Programme estimate
Training at Skylink’s Inversion Flight Academy follows four phases: Private Pilot Licence, night rating, solo and cross-country hour building, then multi-engine and instrument rating. Its 2026–27 programme lists 213 training hours, including 15 multi-engine and 40 instrument-flight hours. The fleet guide lists primary Cessna 150/152 and Piper PA-38 trainers, cross-country Cessna 172 and Piper PA-28 aircraft, and Piper PA-34 Seneca twins for multi-engine work.
The brochure’s ZAR 876,300 estimate includes the scheduled training programme, accommodation, utilities, scheduled transport and amenities for up to 15 months. Additional hours, longer stays, visa, travel, repeat exams, some third-party fees and equipment can cost extra. Weather, progress and operations can affect completion time. Request a current itemised quote.
Ask about the flight programme04BACK IN INDIAConvert, rate and applyDGCA conversion · type rating · airline preparation₹15–30 lakhIndicative type rating
Bring your valid South African licence and ratings, verified flying records, certified logbooks, DGCA exam results and medical records into the Indian conversion process. DGCA assesses current medical, examinations, experience and any applicable checks; the exact steps depend on your documents and logbook.
Choose an aircraft-specific type rating around the airline opportunity and its entry requirements. Skylink’s indicative type-rating range is ₹15–30 lakh, varying by aircraft fleet and training location. Prepare for aptitude tests, technical interviews, group exercises and simulator assessments. Conversion and airline-preparation costs are separate; a CPL or type rating does not guarantee an airline job.
Discuss conversion and next stepsDocuments and official guidance
DGCA Flight Crew FAQsNIOS Senior Secondary FAQsChennai ground-class brochureSouth Africa CPL brochureInversion fleet guide
Regulatory requirements and quoted prices can change. Confirm your current eligibility with DGCA and obtain a written fee breakdown from admissions.
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Chennai, India
DGCA ground classes
Build your understanding of the subjects behind a flight, with classes at our Chennai campus.
Step into the cockpit.
Learn the flow of a flight in our Chennai Cessna 172 simulator, with instructor guidance from the first session.
A look inside our Chennai Cessna 172 simulator.
Learn by doing.
Force-feedback controls
Feel the control inputs.
Garmin GNS 430 & GNS 530
Get to know the instruments.
Built across borders.
Ground school in India. Flight training at our own Inversion Flight Academy in South Africa. One connected route for aspiring pilots.
10years of flight training
in South Africa
in South Africa
3years of DGCA ground
school in India
school in India
16aircraft in our
academy fleet
academy fleet
150students currently
training with us
training with us
300+students who have
completed training
completed training
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SOUTH AFRICAInversion Flight Academy
INDIA
Prepare in Chennai.
Our India team has taught DGCA ground classes for three years. In Chennai, students build exam knowledge and cockpit familiarity.
SOUTH AFRICA
Learn to fly with us.
Skylink began as a South African flight school around a decade ago. Students continue flying at our own Inversion Flight Academy, from first lessons toward a CPL.
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What the journey feels like.
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Good questions.
Clear answers.
The things students and parents ask before taking the next step.
Ask the admissions teamAre ground classes and flight training both in Chennai?
DGCA ground classes and simulator training take place in Chennai. CPL flight training takes place at our own Inversion Flight Academy in South Africa.
Can I enquire only about DGCA ground classes?
Yes. Choose ground classes in your enquiry and select Chennai as your preferred campus. Ask about subjects, batch dates, the timetable and fees.
How much does the training cost?
The 2026–27 brochure lists Chennai ground classes at ₹1.80 lakh plus GST for 5–6 months. The Inversion brochure estimates South Africa training at ZAR 876,300 for 213 training hours and up to 15 months of accommodation, utilities, scheduled transport and amenities. An aircraft type rating may cost approximately ₹15–30 lakh depending on fleet and training location. Ask for a current written quote covering extras, India conversion and travel.
Can I visit the campus and see the simulator?
Yes—contact the team to arrange a visit. Confirm availability, the campus address and any applicable simulator session fees before travelling.
Does a CPL guarantee an airline job?
No. Completing a CPL does not guarantee airline employment. Further requirements, airline vacancies and selection processes determine your next step.
I’m still in school. Where should I start?
Tell us your current class, subjects and aviation goals. The team can help you understand the training stages and what to clarify before you choose a programme.
Let’s plan
your training.
Ground classes, flight training or your first simulator session. Tell us where you’re starting and we’ll help you plan what comes next.