Requirements for Aviation School in Nigeria | How to Become a Good Pilot

How to Become a Pilot in Nigeria

To become a commercial pilot in Nigeria, there are a couple of Aviation Schools of which you have to choose from. See there here – List of Aviation Schools in Nigeria and their Fees.

In these schools, you will undergo training for a period of time, after which you will be given a certificate and allowed to apply for your Commercial Pilot Licence

The cost of enrolling is usually high. For example, at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Training Centre, a full Pilot Course costs 7.5million Naira. However, some people are usually lucky to receive scholarships from well-wishers and sometimes state government.

Requirements for Aviation School

To get accepted for training as a Pilot Student, here is a list of Requirements for Aviation School you must meet:

1. You need to be at least 17 years of age.
2. You must be a science student with a science background
3. You must have already completed your secondary school education
4. Minimum of 5 Credits in your O’Level in subjects like Mathematics, English Language, Physics, and any other 2 subjects like Geography and Chemistry.

Acquiring the certification of a pilot is not an easy job. You need a lot of dedication, commitment and courage to pass all the written and practical examinations.

Steps to Becoming a Pilot

1. Before you start flying an aircraft, you will get a Student Pilot License. (The Aviation School will provide this)
2. As training continues, you will acquire your Private Pilot License.
3. Before graduating, you get your Commercial Pilot License.

All Licenses are issued by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).

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