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Nagpur Flying Club
Nagpur Flying Club
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Nagpur, Maharashtra | Chandrapur, Maharashtra
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About us
NFC is approved by Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Ministry of Civil Aviation India, and offers courses for Private Pilot Licence (PPL) & Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) as per DGCA & ICAO standards.
The main objective of the Club is to promote the art and science of flying and aeronautics. The aim of the Club is to train pilots for civil aviation and other ancillary flying services and to impart line-oriented flying training of very high standards, as per ICAO norms. The students are groomed thoroughly for their easy transition into the airline industry.
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Courses:
Student Pilot License (SPL)
The Student Pilot License (SPL) course at Nagpur Flying Club is the foundational pilot training program approved by the DGCA that enables a student to begin flying lessons and build basic flying skills. It covers the initial aviation theory, practical flying familiarisation, and competency requirements to qualify for solo flight training and serves as the first step toward higher licences like the PPL and CPL.
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Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)
The Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) course at Nagpur Flying Club is a DGCA-approved professional pilot training program that prepares students for a career as a commercial pilot. The training includes complete DGCA-mandated ground instruction, 200 hours of flying training, and flying theory, along with regulatory compliance such as DGCA exams, radio and language proficiencies, and licence documentation, to meet the requirements for CPL issuance in India.
Course Fees₹4,75,000 (admission payment: registration ₹50,000 + refundable security ₹1,00,000 + ground training & books ₹3,25,000) + flying charges ₹18,000–20,000/hr for 200 hours
Private Pilot Licence (PPL)
The Private Pilot Licence (PPL) course at Nagpur Flying Club is a DGCA-approved pilot training program that prepares students with the required aviation theory and flying skills to operate light aircraft for personal or recreational flying. Training includes ground lectures covering the DGCA-specified syllabus, practical flight training, and exams/tests required by the Director General of Civil Aviation for licence issuance.
Course Fees₹3,45,000 (admission payment: registration ₹20,000 + refundable security ₹1,00,000 + ground training ₹2,25,000) + flying charges ₹19,000/hr
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Facilities and Services
| Ground Training Classrooms | Qualified DGCA-approved instructors and structured lecture rooms for aviation theory. |
| Library & Study Materials | Updated aviation books and reading resources for DGCA exam preparation. |
| Flying Training Base | Flight training conducted from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur. |
| Experienced Instructors | Flight instructors with practical experience to train cadet pilots. |
| Safety-Focused Training | Emphasis on quality and safe flying training as per aviation standards. |
| Bank Loan Assistance | Support offered for education loans for cadets. |
FAQ's
Is Nagpur Flying Club DGCA-approved?
Yes. Nagpur Flying Club is a DGCA-approved flying training organization operating from Sonegaon Aerodrome (Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport), Nagpur, with an additional training base at Morwa Airport, Chandrapur.
What are the fees for CPL at Nagpur Flying Club?
The CPL course requires an admission payment of approximately ₹4,75,000 (registration ₹50,000, refundable security deposit ₹1,00,000, ground training with books ₹3,25,000), plus flying charges of ₹18,000–20,000/hour for 200 hours of flight training, payable in instalments. Rates are subject to change — confirm current fees directly with the club.
How long does CPL/PPL training take at Nagpur Flying Club?
PPL ground training runs about 3 months with a minimum of 40 hours of flying. CPL requires 200 flying hours and typically takes around 18 months, assuming timely clearance of exams and medicals.
What are the eligibility requirements to join Nagpur Flying Club?
Minimum age is 16 for SPL, 17 for PPL/CPL training. Candidates need a 10th-standard (or equivalent) qualification — CPL additionally requires Mathematics and Physics — plus a Class II Medical to begin training (Class I required before licence issuance).
Does Nagpur Flying Club train only in Nagpur, or also in Chandrapur?
NFC's primary base is Sonegaon Aerodrome, Nagpur. It also trains at Morwa Airport, Chandrapur, adding flying-hour capacity — students may complete part of their flight training at either location.
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