Sharp Airlines Pilot Cadetships

Advanced Diploma In Aviation
(Airline Transport Pilot) Cadetship - January 2009 Course

Sharp Airlines' Pilot Cadetship is unique.

No other pilot training scheme guarantees its students 750 hours aeronautical experience. No other pilot training program equips its trainees to move as confidently into the world of commercial aviation.

With a Sharp Airlines cadetship, you become part of the day-to-day activities of a busy, commercial airline company. You gain direct, hands-on experience. You will be asked to assume the full range of responsibilities expected of a pilot. This is not a simulation: this is real.

Sharp Airline is committed to ensuring that our trainees are the best. So in undertaking the Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Airline Transport Pilot) Cadetship course, as well as flight training, you will be equipped with skills ranging from Dangerous Goods flying to public relations. Once you have completed your time with Sharp Airlines, we will provide you with assistance in finding employment in the aviation industry. This is not a guarantee of a job. It is a guarantee of Australia's best pilot training, 750 hours commercial aeronautical experience, and assistance with employment.

The Sharp Airlines' Pilot cadetship is the final 12 months of a 2 year program of advanced pilot training. The course is designed to take the student with no experience right through to a Commercial Pilots Licence and also to equip them with an Instrument Rating.

Students are required to enrol in the above qualification and courses to be accepted into Sharp Airlines' cadetship scheme. Those who have completed some of the above courses or equivalent levels of training may be considered for RPL/RCC. Generally training is carried out during normal classroom hours 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday however some night and weekend training will be required.

Further information

• Qualifications
• Accredited Courses
• Information
  
• Selection Process and Criteria
• Requirements
• Course Structure
• Commercial Pilot Cadetship - 1 Year
• Terms and Conditions
• Course Fees
• Payment/Term Dates

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Qualifications

TDA40203 Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations)

Accredited Courses

69856 Diploma of Aviation (Command Instrument Rating)
69855 Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Airline Transport Pilot)

Information

Our Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Airline Transport Pilot) Cadetship course is unique in that it provides all graduates with 2 years of pilot training which includes a fully remunerated 12 month cadetship at the end of the course. During your training and cadetship candidates will obtain a minimum of 750 hours total aeronautical experience. Also we do not just train our pilots to fly aircraft we also provide them with numerous other courses ranging from Dangerous Goods training to Public Relations skills. At the end of your time with Sharp Airlines we will endeavour to provide you with assistance in finding further employment within the Aviation industry.

Students are required to enrol in the above qualification and courses to be accepted into this cadetship. Those who have completed some of the above courses or equivalent levels of training may be considered for RPL/RCC.

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Selection Process and Criteria

Firstly applicants are invited to inspect our facilities at Hamilton and Portland, an appointment can be made by contacting Malcolm Sharp at ms@sharpairlines.com.au. We accept applications all year round. We also provide discount travel on our Airline Service from Essendon to Hamilton and return. On the same day we normally ask you to undertake a formal interview to assess you for a position in our course. We do occasionally run group seminars at various times of the year through regional Victoria. Please contact our office for further details. What to bring:

What to bring:

• Resumé.
• School results.
• Logbook if flying training has already commenced.

Potential applicants will be asked to:

• Complete an application
• Undertake an interview
• Complete an application for an Aviation Reference Number (ARN)
• Undergo a medical examination with your nearest approved Designated Aviation Medical Examiner http://www.casa.gov.au/avreg/avmed/index.htm.

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Requirements

• Pass in Year 11 (Year 12 will generally be required for entry to larger Airlines).
• Passes in maths and physics (although not essential).
• Good social skills
• Outgoing personality
• Demonstrated ability in sports

Following the assessment, if your application meets our requirements we will write to you and offer you a position in our course.

Course Structure

TDA40203 Certificate IV in Transport and Distribution (Aviation Flight Operations)

• 163 hours Flying (practical)
• 835 hours Classroom theory

Achievements:

• Student Pilot Licence.
• Private Pilot Licence.
• Commercial Pilot Licence.
• Constant Speed Endorsement.
• Multi Engine Endorsement.

Contents:

• Participate in basic workplace communication.
• Follow OHS procedures.
• Work effectively with others.
• Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures.
• Follow security procedures.
• Manage basic situation awareness in the aviation workplace.
• Carry out basic workplace calculations.
• Implement regulations and policies during aircraft safety and service operations.
• Load and secure aviation freight.
• Apply fatigue management strategies.
• Manage pre- and post-flight cabin checks.
• Respond to abnormal and emergency situations within the aircraft.
• Maintain the safety of people and aircraft.
• Maintain aircraft radio communications.
• Manage human factors in aircraft flight.
• Navigate aircraft.
• Manage aircraft passengers and cargo.
• Manage pre- and post-flight actions.
• Control aeroplane on the ground.
• Take off aeroplane.
• Control aeroplane in normal flight.
• Land aeroplane.
• Execute advance aircraft manoeuvres and procedures.
• Manage abnormal aeroplane flight situations.
• Manage aircraft fuel.
• Control aeroplane solely by reference to full instrument panel.
• Control aeroplane solely by reference to limited instrument panel.
• Manage situation awareness in aircraft flight.

69856 Diploma of Aviation (Command Instrument Rating)

• 48 hours Flying (practical).
• 156 hours Classroom Theory.

Achievements:

• Command Multi Engine Instrument Rating.

Contents:

• IFR Planning.
• IFR flight requirements and procedures.
• IFR flight in an IFR aircraft.

69855 Advanced Diploma of Aviation (Airline Transport Pilot)

• Nil hours Flying (practical)
• 536 hours Classroom Theory

Achievements:

• Airline Transport Pilots Licence (frozen).

Contents:

• Aircraft systems and the operation of these systems as found in a typical airline aircraft.
• Flight rules to given scenarios and procedural situations involving a transport aircraft.
• Navigational information and application of this information as presented to the captain of a heavy transport aircraft.
• Flight performance information as relevant to planning a flight in a modern heavy transport aircraft.
• Meteorological requirements and phenomenona as relevant to flight in a heavy transport aircraft; particular emphasis is on upper level meteorology.
• Human factors and limitations as relevant to the operation of a large heavy transport aircraft.

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Commercial Pilot Cadetship - 1 Year

Pilots will gain experience and be trained in all aspects of Commercial operations. Sharp Airlines activities involve a number of operations including Airline Operations, Charter Flights, Aerial Spotting/Survey and Aircraft maintenance. They will also be expected to carry out general work associated with the day to day running of the organisation. Supervised by senior pilots our cadetship provides pilots with an ideal introduction to Commercial Operations.

Having the opportunity to train and develop skills with a Commercial Aviation company has given our past students a major advantage over their competition. Combined with the 235 hours of training we will provide an additional 500 hours (minimum) to bring the total aeronautical experience of our trainees up to approximately 750 hours by the end of the course. Our company will cover the trainee’s expenses when they are required to work away from their main operating base. Cadets will receive a full salary including superannuation, further details are available on application.

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Terms and Conditions

Accommodation
Students typically rent a flat or house in Hamilton starting at around $120 per week for a flat or $170 per week for a 3 bedroom house. We can provide rental lists and assistance if required.

Books and Equipment
Text books and navigation equipment are only supplied for those students undertaking the Full-time Commercial course. However students will be required to provide their own stationery.

Contract
All students will be required to sign a commercial pilot cadetship agreement.

Dress
While training for a Commercial Pilots licence or Instructor Rating at Sharp Airlines students are required to wear a uniform. Uniforms are provided at the student’s expense. Orders can be placed through our head office.

Insurance
All students are covered for third party and damage to equipment whilst undergoing training in Sharp Airlines aircraft. Personal cover can be arranged through your own insurance agency if necessary.

Standards and Fees
You will find that the prices and training schedules stated are estimates only based on Civil Aviation Safety Authority guide-lines. We always endeavour to meet these prices and schedules. However, any additional flying required in excess of the stipulated hours to meet the required standard is at the student’s expense. During the cadetship all students will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of academic skill and airmanship. If at any time during the course it is the opinion of the Chief Flying Instructor that a particular student is not meeting the requirements of the course then their position will be reviewed. If a student’s cadetship is terminated all course fees will be refunded based on the number of hours completed.

Transportation
Hamilton is serviced by bus from all capital cities; flights from Melbourne are available at substantial discount. Ideally a car is needed to commute between the aerodrome and the student quarters. For those students without a car, transport to and from the aerodrome can be arranged.

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Course Fees

Payment/Term Dates

Deposit is required within 14 days of your application being accepted. Further payments are then due 28 days prior to the beginning of each term. Alternative payment options other than those listed below can be negotiated if required.

Note: Public holidays DO NOT apply.

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