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Intercontinental Aviation Academy Global is committed to delivering the highest level of training excellence through industry-leading standards and innovative methodologies. That's why we designed comprehensive educational programs featuring specialized courses, personalized mentoring, and cutting-edge flight training that prepare aspiring pilots for successful careers with major airlines worldwide. Our EASA and ICAO-certified programs, combined with strategic partnerships across multiple continents, ensure our graduates meet the exacting demands of today's aviation industry.
The Fundamentals of Aviation course is designed to introduce newly enrolled cadets to the dynamic world of aviation, serving as the first structured step toward obtaining an Internationally recognized Pilot License. Offered at Alfaisal University, Riyadh, in partnership with Intercontinental Aviation Academy (IAA), this program provides a solid foundation in aviation principles, industry insights, and essential skills required for pilot training.
Cadets will explore key subjects, including Aviation English & STEM, Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Principles of Flight, Human Factors, Meteorology, Communications, Performance and Limitations, and Navigation. Through interactive classroom sessions, they will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills essential for a successful aviation career. The course also emphasizes professionalism, safety awareness, and ethical conduct, core attributes of a skilled pilot.
Open to students as young as 17 years old, this course serves as an excellent self-assessment tool for those curious about aviation, helping them determine their aptitude and passion before committing to full flight training. For those already set on becoming pilots, it lays the groundwork for advanced training, leading to EASA or ICAO f-ATPL licenses, which can be converted to a Saudi GACA CPL license.
With dual certification from Alfaisal University & IAA, expert instructors, and a well-structured curriculum, this course ensures a seamless transition into Commercial pilot training at IAA. Given the increasing demand for pilots, over 250,000 needed in the next decade, this is the perfect time to take the first step toward an exciting aviation career at top-class airlines.
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Our EASA/ICAO AB-initio Airline Pilot Program is designed to transform aspiring pilots from zero experience to fully qualified commercial aviators awarded a frozen Airline Transport Pilot License (f-ATPL), with the option to convert to a Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Commercial Pilot License. The journey begins with the Fundamentals of Aviation course at Alfaisal University in Riyadh, followed by world-class flight training at our EASA-accredited facilities in Cyprus or Greece, or our ICAO-accredited training centers.
Developed in collaboration with leading airlines, the curriculum adheres to the highest European standards while fostering technical mastery, leadership, and professional growth. From PPL and Structured Hours Building to ATPL theory and final CPL/ME-IR certification, each phase is delivered with precision in a premium training environment designed for future aviation leaders.
This program also offers a strategic pathway for current license holders (ICAO, FAA, or other) to seamlessly convert to a license fully recognized by GACA, unlocking full career potential within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding aviation sector.
