Duration
14 – 18 monthsATPL Frozen Training - Modular
Plan the full airline pathway from PPL to multi-engine on a DGCA-approved modular ATPL syllabus.
The Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is the pathway for candidates aiming at airline first officer or captain roles. At NorthFLY Flight Academy the programme progresses through modular stages: PPL, PIC, ATPL theory, Night VFR, IR, CPL and multi-engine.
Training covers 220+ flight hours and 700+ hours of theory. Duration is typically 14–18 months depending on exam performance and weather. Flights take place at international airports on a Garmin-equipped fleet. EASA and CASA pathways can start with Airways Aviation; accommodation and airport transfer are available on the Samsun operation.
Course overview
Flight training
210 + hoursTheory
700 + hoursProgramme modules
Personalised training programmes
Flights are planned around your study, cabin or work schedule.
For students
Flights are scheduled around your academic calendar.
For cabin crew
Flights are scheduled around your roster.
For professionals
Flights are scheduled around your working hours.
Training pathway
Each modular stage builds on the previous one.
PPL training
110 hours of theory and 45 flight hours toward a private pilot licence.
PIC – NVFR – ATPL theory
90 hours PIC, 5 hours night flying and 650 hours of airline theory.
Commercial and instrument
Complex aircraft and simulator-supported IR/CPL training.
Multi-engine – ME
Final stage before ATPL; complete the check flight pathway.
From theory to cockpit — every stage is hands-on
Real flight experience on a Garmin-equipped fleet at international airports.
Medical certificate
Class 2 is enough for PPL, PIC and NVFR. Class 1 is required for CPL, IR and ME. Starting with Class 1 is recommended. If a medical cannot be issued, enrolment is cancelled free of charge.
English proficiency
No language certificate is required at enrolment. ICAO Level 4 is required before commercial training; the academy supports you along the way.
Who can apply?
- Be at least 17 years old
- Clean criminal record
- Have a basic education level
- Disciplined study habits
Career paths
- Airline pilot (FO / Captain)
- Cargo and transport flying
- Private jet flying
- Charter and ACMI operations
Frequently asked questions
Answers below cover the questions our advisory team hears most often.
ATPL stands for Airline Transport Pilot License in English and Airline Transport Pilot License in Turkish. It is the type of license a person must obtain to become an airline pilot.
In modular education, the stages of training can take place in different institutions and spread over time. In integrated education, training is combined in a single institution and requires continuity.
The training period varies according to the availability of the person, exam performance and meteorology, but lasts 16-18 months on average.
Modular ATPL training consists of PPL, PIC, ATPL Theory, NVFR, IR, CPL and ME stages.
If you fail the checkride, you will only fly as many extra flights as the examiner determines for the training you have checked. Afterwards, you will take a check flight again.
The SEP(A) authorization on the CPL(A) you have received as a result of this training is valid for 2 years, while the IR(A) and ME(A) are valid for 1 year. To extend your license, you must make a renewal flight before or after the expiry of the respective validity periods.
When you complete the training, you will have flown a total of 217:00 hours including check flights.
There is no English requirement in PPL Training, but you must have English proficiency at ICAO Level 4 before CPL (Commercial Pilot Training). It is advisable to improve your English while studying.
For CPL(A), IR (A) and ME (A) trainings, 1st class; for PPL(A), PIC and NVFR, 2nd class health certificate.
The course starts with PPL theoretical training and continues with ATPL theoretical training after the PPL is issued. Frequently asked questions about ATPL theory can be found here.
ATPL Training Course Prices start from 89.500 Euros at our flight academy.
In order for a person to become an airline pilot, he or she must receive ATPL training from flight schools. ATPL pilots can apply for jobs with airline companies.
PPL Training on Cessna 172 PIC, NVFR, CPL, IR, ME trainings are provided with Cessna 172, Cessna 152, Tecnam, Evector, Diamond DA42 aircraft types.
Training
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In our Modular ATPL training program for students, you can join virtual classes from your home or university dormitory room
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Candidates who successfully complete this course are entitled to receive a Pilot License valid all over the world.
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