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OPENSKIES FLIGHT TRAINING

TRAINING TOMOROWS CAPTAINS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE 2013

Openskies Flight Training, incorporated by a Team of Directors, including M.D.H Fernando, Chairman/Managing

Director, Kushla Fernando , Dinithi Fernando and Dineth Fernando on 08th of August 2008 under the Sri Lanka

Companies act and approved by the Board of Investment is aimed at delivering high quality flight training programs

for Local and International Students. Approved by Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka. Openskies offers students

the opportunity to follow many flight training programs including Private Pilot License, Commercial Pilot License

and Instrument Rating , Airline Transport Pilot License and Assistant Flight Instructor Rating.

Located in the heart of Panadura, Openskies have a spacious Ground Training Facility which will house the students

for their initial training period while they undergo the Ground Training. The flight Training Centre located in the

Katukurunda Airforce base comprise a Large Custom Made Hanger, one of the youngest Hangers situated in the

aerodrome having enough space to house 4 Single Engine Aircraft and 1 Multi Engine Aircraft.

Openskies aims to keep an Open Mind and allow students to gain the best experience possible within their training

period while not compromising on safety. Hence students have the opportunity to fly to many destinations during

their training period including Weerawila, Koggala, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Minneriya, China Bay and Students

also get the opportunity to fly to Katunayake International Airport, Ratmalana and Mattala International airports for

the Instrument Training phase of their Training.

Openskies Flight Training is a Sister Company of Australian New Zealand Education Consultants (pvt) Limited who

have been in the Student Promotion Business Since 1994 and a Streamlined Agent of Australian High Commission ,

Colombo, Sri Lanka and also a Specialist Agent of New Zealand Immigration.

Message from Founder M.D.H Fernando

Openskies, a school with a new thought, aims to provide the student pilots the best possible experience on their

journey to be career pilots. With a fleet of well equipped aircrafts and a dedicated team of instructors , engineers and

support staff, flying is made easier and safer than ever before.

The climate in Sri Lanka is ideal for Flight Training with varied weather conditions year around. From very calm

days to foggy rainy days in the monsoon season the students gets the best experience to learn the different

techniques associated with Flying.

At Openskies we are not just teaching you to be Cadet Pilots, but we want to make sure you are well equipped to be

a Commander of an Airline one day.

CONTENTS

About Openskies About our Programs

Reasons to Choose to Study at Openskies

Studying in Sri Lanka

Climate of Sri Lanka

Accommodation

Services and Facilities

Fleet

Course Details

Private Pilot License (Aeroplane)

Integrated ATP Program

Assistant Flight Instructor Rating

Multi Engine Rating

Application Process

How to Apply

Obtaining your student visa

Terms and Conditions

Application Form

Course Fee and Refund Policy

Integrated ATP 210 Hour Program

Integrated ATP 225 Hour Program for Indian Nationals


Refund Policy

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About our Programs

Recognition of our Programs

Openskies Flight Training is a Civil Aviation Approved

Flight Training Organisation, where Civil Aviation

Authority of Sri Lanka is a member of the International

Civil Aviation organisation (ICAO). Therefore all our

programs are internationally recognized and valid for

the purpose of converting to different national licenses

and being eligible to apply for the respective National or

Domestic Airlines

Course Assessment

Assessment is a combination of written progress tests,

computer bases tests and practical application of

knowledge gained in classroom applied during flight

training. When transferred to flying students will be

assessed on the ability to perform a specific skill and

mastering the skill over a specific period of time.

Teaching Methods

At Openskies we understand that different students have

different learning abilities and different learning curves.

We take a flexible learning approach by utilizing

different forms of teaching to ensure students gain the

maximum learning benefit.

Learning comprise of supervised classroom learning in

forms of Lectures, Computer Based Training, reading

assignments, Individual feedback sessions, language

support and field trips.

Students can always meet with our resident Ground

Instructors for consultation sessions outside lecture

hours to clarify any doubts.

English Language Requirements

All our programs are conducted in English and English

is especially important when students move on to flying

as all communication between Air Traffic Control ,

Ground Controllers and Aircraft is communicated in

English. Therefore a good command of written and

spoken English is expected from all students.

English Programs can be arranged for Students who are

below the required English Standard if required.

Learning Resources

On commencement of each course , all resources

required for the duration of the course will be provided

to the students. The resources would consists of

Uniforms, Text Books, Flight Computer, Log Book,

Navigational Plotters.

A wealth of other additional resources are available for

students in the Library. Should students wish to

purchase any additional resources such as Personal

Head Sets, Flight Bags, Kneepads they could contact

the Book Shop and have those items ordered.

Recognition of Prior Learning

International Students may be eligible for credit for

previous studies they have undertaken either in Sri

Lanka or overseas known as Credit Transfers (CT) or

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Credit Transfers are granted on the basis of previous

studies conducted at Approved Training Organisations

and having evidence of completion of Flying or

Ground Training Modules. Students wishing to apply

for RPL may do so by filling a RPL Application Form

when enrolling. Credit Approval is subject to approval

from Chief Ground Instructor for Ground Theory

Modules and of Chief Flight Instructor for Flight

Training Modules. Final Approval for Credits will be

approved by Civil Aviation Authority.

Family Discount

Openskies offers immediate family members of

current or recent past international students of

Openskies a discount on their tuition fee. Siblings of

international students who are studying at Openskies

or have studied within 2 years of the date of applying

are entitled to receive a discount of 15% off their

Private Pilot Ground Theory and 10% off their Airline

Transport Pilots Ground Theory.

Please ensure you mention the details in your applica-

tion form and provide evidence of relationship (birth

certificate)

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Reasons to Choose to Study at Openskies

State of the Art Facilities

Openskies Flight Training ensure that our students

have the best possible learning environment to achieve

their goal of becoming career pilots.

Openskies library provides a wealth of reading

materials for students for the prescribed text books to

collections of Private Pilot , Commercial and Airline

Pilot books from leading companies such as Trevor

Thom, Oxford, Nordian and Pooleys.

The Computer Lab offers students unlimited access to

internet and computer based training sessions to

develop their knowledge and be informed with the

current happenings

Experience Instructors

Our diverse team of Ground Instructors and Flight

Instructions would ensure that you would feel right at

home with our instructions. All our ground instructors

are approved by Civil Aviation Authority and are hired

on merits and industry experience. Our team of well

experienced flight instructors would ensure that you

meet the required training standards as promptly and

efficiently as possible .

In House Maintenance

All our aircrafts are maintained by our own Approved

Maintenance Organisation, thus ensuring a high standard

of Maintenance and ensure regular maintenance activities

are carried out to stringent standards.

All components fitted to aircraft are Certified components

with 8130-3 Release Certificates or EASA Approvals and

as such a high level of quality is ensured.

Special Quality standards are employed to ensure all due

components are replaced in a timely manner and not

exceeding any manufacturer recommended times.

Quality

Being a Civil Aviation Approved Flight Training

Organisation, we are subject to CAASL Quality

Assurance Standards thus ensuring all our training

programs are up to date and meet industry requirements.

Care

Our Staff is well trained to Care for our students whether

Local or International as one of our own, from taking care

of their accommodation needs to assisting with their travel

needs. Our Front Office is at your fingertips to ensure

your stay with us is a unforgettable experience

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Studying in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is often referred as the pearl of Indian Ocean, and known not only for it's natural beauty but also for it's

hospitality and culture. The education system in Sri Lanka has played an important role in the preservation of its

rich heritage.

Enriched with great traditions and customs, this Island nation is emerging as a location for international students

to obtain world class qualifications from leading Universities from USA, UK and Australia. Increasing numbers

of international students are interested in learning Buddhism, Buddhist Meditation and Yoga courses conducted

by native Sri Lankan institutions. There are numerous study opportunities offered by Sri Lankan Universities and

higher education institutions.

Apart from more affordable Living Costs and Tuition Fees , Sri Lanka offers sunny beaches, bread taking scenery

and a vast array of shopping at a fraction of the cost .

Colombo

Colombo is the largest city and the commercial capital

of Sri Lanka. It is located on the west coast of the island

and adjacent to Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte the parlia-

ment capital of Sri Lanka.

Colombo is a busy and vibrant place with a mixture of

modern life and colonial buildings with a population of

about 800,000 in the city limits.

With its Star Class Hotels, vibrant night life and

Avenues for foreigners to Shop, Colombo is Paradise

for the Luxurious Traveler who wants to experience Sri

Lanka in a more tasteful way.

Panadura

Panadura, Where the ground training centre and accom-

modation is located, is 30 minutes south of Colombo.

Panadura is strategically located between 2 of our

Operating Airports. Katukurunda where most of the

training is conducted is a good 30 minutes drive south

of Panadura and Ratmalana where the Night Flying,

Night Cross Country and Night Instrument is carried out

is a good 15 minutes North of Panadura.

Panadura is a emerging city with lots of foreign

residents. It‘s a city where old tranquility meets modern

life. With lots of branded shops emerging such as

NOLIMIT and ODEL two of Sri Lankas Chain

department Stores and well known eating places such as

―The Fab‖ and ― Chariot‖ most people would never

have to leave Panadura for their day to day living.

Panadura is known for its Sandy Beaches and is a busy

place during weekends with most people from Cities

around gathering at the Panadura beach.

Living Costs in Sri Lanka

Cost of Living in Sri Lanka is comparatively very

affordable. With many Supermarkets located in

Panadura and a Daily Produce market running 0700am

to 0600 pm for people who wants fresh produce,

monthly living can vary between USD 140 - USD 175

for Food and Drinks, House ware , Toiletries and basic

transport

For more details Information please

www.ashkars.lk/cost-of-living-in-sri-lanka

Getting Around Sri Lanka

Three Wheelers (aka 'Tuk-Tuks')

For short distances, a three-wheeler is a good inexpen-

sive way to get around. Many Three Wheelers are now

metered. As a guide you should pay around 50 LKR

for the first kilometre and 40 LKR per kilometre there-

after. Always agree on a price before getting into a

three wheeler if its not metered. . Please contact us if

you would like us to recommend a three-wheeler

driver which has been screened by Openskies.

Trains

There are regular inexpensive train services to most

major cities in Sri Lanka. Routes, timetables, and

ticket prices can be found at www.gic.gov.lk by

visiting Train Schedule under e-services.

Busses

With a range of Private and Government buses run-

ning every 5 minutes, any place you want to be in can

be easily accessible. Especially with buses leaving to

most parts of the country from Panadura. For more

information visit www.ntc.gov.lk

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Climate in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is tropical, with distinct dry and wet seasons. The seasons are slightly complicated by having two

monsoons. From May to August the Yala monsoon brings rain to the island‘s southwestern half, while the dry

season here lasts from December to March. The southwest has the highest rainfall – up to 4000mm a year. The

Maha monsoon blows from October to January, bringing rain to the North and East, while the dry season is from

May to September. The North and East are comparatively dry, with around 1000mm of rain annually. There is also

an inter-monsoonal period in October and November when rain can occur in many parts of the island.

Colombo and the low-lying coastal regions have an average temperature of 27°C. At Kandy (altitude 500m), the

average temperature is 20°C, while Nuwara Eliya (at 1889m) has a temperate 16°C average. The sea stays at

around 27°C all year.

Climatically speaking, the driest (and best) seasons in Sri Lanka are from December to March for the west coast, the

south coast and the Hill Country, and from April to September for the ancient cities region and the east coast.

December through March are also the months when most foreign tourists visit, the majority of them escaping the

European winter. During the Christmas to New Year holiday season, in particular, accommodation anywhere on the

island can be tight due to the huge influx of foreign visitors.

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Accommodation

Institute Accommodation

Openskies provides accommodation to all international students and local students who wish to stay closer to our

training centers at one of our few accommodation Facilities maintained by Openskies. Students wishing to use

institute accommodation are requested to let your admissions officer know when you apply that you require

accommodation well in advance to ensure you will be secured a place.

Accommodation Facilities are located within 5– 10 minutes walking distance from Ground Training Centre and

students would be picked up off the top of the road when they are using the School Transport to go to Flight

Training Centre. Each accommodation facility has between 4– 6 Bedrooms and hosts between 6-8 students on a

mixture of Twin Sharing and Private Room basis.

Costs Involved for institute accommodation

Monthly Rental for Twin Sharing Bedroom is USD 100.00 per month and 6 months rent is to be paid in advance

when booking. In addition USD 300 refundable deposit shall be paid to cover any damages to property or

equipment which shall be refunded in full provided no damage chargers are met on vacation. USD 20.00 per

month is charged to cover Electricity , Water, Security and Monthly Cleaning Chargers for the accommodation

facility.

Each Room is equipped with Single Bed Room and each student would be provided a Individual lockable

wardrobe. Study Tables are available inside the bedrooms as well as separate study areas are available in the

accommodation facility.

Each facility is fully furnished with Dining Area, Fully equipped Kitchen consisting of Refrigerator, Rice

Cooker, 2 Burner Gas Cooker, Electric Kettle , Toaster and minor kitchen appliances and cookware. In addition

Common Iron and Iron board and other essential facilities are available.

Should students wish they may opt for a Private Bedroom with attached bathroom for USD 150.00 per month

where all other chargers remain same

Private Accommodation

Should students wish to book a more independent form of accommodation, Openskies could assist you rent

private Annexes or Houses that suits your needs. Depending on your needs different forms of accommodation

exists. A Two Bed room Annex with Attached Bathroom , Pantry and Living would go for around USD 200 to

USD 225 per month depending on location and supplied furnisher. A Fully furnishes accommodation could go as

high as USD 250 per month.

Generally landlords would require you to sign a contract for 1 year renewable and pay a deposit of 6 months rent

to be refunded upon vacating and continue to pay monthly rent by end of 1st week of each month.

Temporary Accommodation

Navro Beach Hotel located in Panadura Beach is a good clean place to book for temporary accommodation until

you find a good accommodation. It‘s a 5 minute Taxi ride from the ground training centre and costs USD 25 per

night on Room only basis and USD 30 on Bed and Breakfast basis.

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Services and Facilities

Orientation Session

Our orientation programs are designed to assist

international students get oriented towards living

in Sri Lanka. We would like to ensure you

smoothly transit into living in Sri Lanka thereby

ensure your studies are well on their way.

During your first week regular seminars would be

conducted to keep you aware on Security

Protocols in Sri Lanka, What are the best forms of

transportation. Good Eating places around the

campus and so on. What ever it is our staff will

ensure you would feel right at home while you

study at Openskies.

Airport Pickup

Complimentary Airport Pick up will be organized

by Openskies, one of our staff members will greet

you at the Arrivals Counter and get you settled in

your accommodation facility.

Following day after allowing you to grab a quick

nap our officers will guide you to the Ground

Training Centre and get your documentation

process completed by organizing your Class 1

Medical Certificate and to have your residence

visa stamped.

City Tour

During the weekend when classes are not in ses-

sion we would take all the students of your batch

on a city tour around Panadura and Colombo to

help you get oriented to living in Sri Lanka.

Including a tour of the Sri Lanka Air Force

Museum, Sri Lanka Museum and a few other

places of interest.

Handling your Student Visa

From the time you apply to Openskies we want to

ensure your arrival to Sri Lanka is a smooth

process, as such we would do everything to ensure

student doesn't have to be strained with all the visa

processing.

Accommodation Assistance

For an international student, deciding to join a for-

eign country for studies, finding accommodation

can be a overwhelming task. That‘s why at

Openskies we provide guaranteed accommodation

for students in our own accommodation facility.

However should students opt to find their own

private accommodation we could assist them in

finding suitable accommodation to suit their needs

and help negotiate the places to arrange viewings

when they arrive in Sri Lanka

Work Experience

For pilots who decide to complete their training

and obtain work experience as a Ground Instructor

or Flight Instructor for added value when applying

for jobs will be assisted in finding suitable work

experience in Sri Lanka.

We recruit Grade A students from our own

graduates to be Full Time Private Pilot Instructors

and move up to ATPL Ground Instructor.

However selection criteria is quite stringent and

only best students would be selected to ensure

Openskies would maintain its high teaching

standards.

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Aircraft Fleet and Equipment

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Cessna 152—Single Engine Aircraft

The Cessna 152 is an American two-seater, fixed tricy-

cle gear, general aviation airplane, used during Private

Pilot and Initial Commercial Pilot Training

General characteristics

Crew : 1 pilot

Capacity : 1 passenger

Length : 24 ft 1 in (7.3 m)

Wingspan : 33 ft 4 in (10.2 m)

Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.6 m)

Range : 415 nm

Cruise speed : 105 knots

Currently Owned : 3 IFR Aircrafts

4R-MDA*

4R-MDB

4R-MDC * Commencing Operations by December 2013

Cessna 172—Single Engine Aircraft

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a four-seat, single-engine,

high-wing fixed-wing aircraft made by the Cessna Air-

craft Company and offers students more interior space,

higher performance and more range. The Cessna 172 is

used during majoring of CPL Cross Country Exercises

and IFR Flight Training


Crew : 1 pilot


Length : 27 ft 2 in (8.28 m)

Wingspan : 36 ft 1 in (11.00 m)

Height: 8 ft 11 in (2.72 m)

Range : 696 nm


* Commencing Operations by December 2013

Aircraft Fleet and Equipment (Cont)

Piper Seneca III —Twin Engine Aircraft

The Piper PA-34 Seneca is an American twin-engine

light aircraft, produced by Piper Aircraft since 1971 and

still in production in 2012 . The Seneca is primarily

used for personal and business flying


Crew : 1 pilot


Length : 28 ft 7.44 in (8.72 m)

Wingspan : 38 ft 10.87 in (11.86 m)

Height: : 9 ft 10.8 in (3.02 m)

Range : 870 nm


* Commencing Operations by July 2014

PC Based Simulators

Throughout the world PC Based Simulators are used to

improve students flying during IFR Training. At

Openskies our engineering team has designed a True

Scale Cessna 172 Simulator from Cessna 172 parts for

students to practice IFR Procedures during their free

time and when weather is not adequate for flying.

Day / Night Flying for VFR and IFR Approaches

24,000 Airports World Wide

Aircraft Controls calibrated and checked by Flight

Instructors

Used to practice Aircraft Checklists

Conduct IFR Procedure Training prior to embarking

on IFR flights.

Currently Not Approved by CAASL for Logging of

Hours


If you aspire to take the skies to your limits a Private Pilot License is just the license for you. A Private Pilot

License (PPL) or a Private Pilot Certificate, is a license that permits the holder to act as the pilot of an

aircraft . A PPL allows you to fly in day or night under Visual Meteorological conditions with your friends and

relatives. A PPL can be considered your first license towards an career in aviation.

Course Contents Private Pilot License Training is divided into two phases as Ground Training and Flight Training Phases

During the Ground Theory Phase the students undergo a 12 Week Comprehensive Ground Training Program to

prepare the candidate to sit for the Technical examinations set by the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka.

The ground theory conducted in Openskies is in Par with Civil Aviation Requirements as well as European

Standards thereby candidates will have no problem in sitting for conversions anywhere in the World.

The Ground Theory Subjects Include

Air Law and Operational Procedures

Aircraft General Knowledge

Theory of Flight

Meteorology

General Navigation and Radio Navigation

Flight Performance, Mass and Balance & Flight Planning

Human Performance and Limitation

Communication

Method of Delivery

Ground Theory is delivered in many forms and methods to help different students with different standards of

learning gain the best knowledge. Primary Method of Delivery include Classroom Lectures conducted by Civil

Aviation Approved Ground and Flight Instructors with years of experience in the industry. Students are also

exposed to a series of computer based learning methods and self studies to better improve the students

knowledge and understanding. Openskies Believes candidates should get a sound knowledge of the other parts

of the industry as well to have a deeper understanding and a mutual respect for the other members who make

flight possible. Therefore periodically students get the option to visit the Air Traffic Control Centre,

Meteorological Service Department and Engineering Facilities to understand the effort that goes to make

Aviation a Safe and Interesting Field.

Flight Training Phase On completion of the ground theory students are transferred to the Flight Training Base either at Katukurunda

or Ratmalana to undergo Flight Training. The Flight Training for PPL consists of 45 Hours of Flight Training

which includes General Handling, Cross Country Flying, Basic Instrument Flying and Night Flying.

In order to obtain the Private Pilot License students should meet the following requirements stipulated by the

Civil Aviation.:

At least 40 Hours of total Flying Experience

At Least 10 Hours of Flight Experience done as Pilot in Command of which at least

05 Hours of Solo Cross Country Flying should be performed

At Least 05 Hours of Basic Instrument Flying

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If your dream is to become a Airline Pilot, a career in the fascinating industry to have a work place that‘s

dynamic and thrilling than anything else, our Integrated ATP can get your started. The ATP Program consists of

the Private Pilot License leading to Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating and Airline Transport

Pilot License Theory and finished off with the Multi Engine Endorsement

Course Contents The Course Contents for the CPL/IR consists of 750 Hours of ATPL Theoretical Instructions conducted at the

Ground Training Centre in Panadura along with 180 Hours of Flight Training done at Katukurunda and

Ratmalana Students may either join either as ab-initio pilots with no previous flying / ground experience or as

PPL Entrants for those who hold PPL Ground School and/or Flight Training. Different Recognition of Prior

Learning skills apply and students are required to communicate with Chief Flight Instructor and Chief Ground

Instructor to confirm the actual credits that can be approved. The ATPL Ground Theory is divided in 15 Subjects

thought over 3 Semesters as below

Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Program

Airframes and Systems

Electrics & Electronics

Power plant

Instrumentation

Communication

Air Law

Operational Procedures

Mass and Balance

Human Performance

Meteorology

General Navigation

Radio Navigation

Principles and Flight

Performance

Flight Planning and Monitor-

Method of Delivery

Ground Theory is delivered in many forms and methods to help different students with different standards of

learning gain the best knowledge. Primary Method of Delivery include Classroom Lectures conducted by Civil

Aviation Approved Ground and Flight Instructors with years of experience in the industry. Students are also

exposed to a series of computer based learning methods and self studies to better improve the students

knowledge and understanding.

Flight Training Phase The Flight Training for Integrated Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating consists of 180 Hours of

Flight Training which includes General Handling, Cross Country Flying, Instrument Flying and Night Flying

and Twin Engine Endorsement.

Openskies Flight Training Phase is divided as follows

210 Hours of Total Flight Time during which

45 Hours of Flight Training for Private Pilot License

155 Hours of Single Engine Flight Training for CPL/IR in a combination of C152 and C172 aircrafts

10 Hours of Twin Engine Flight Training for Multi Engine Endorsement on Completion of CPL/IR.

For Indian Students the program would be extended to provide 25 hours of Twin Engine Training in

compliance with Indian Airline requirements.

In order to obtain the Integrated CPL/IR License students should meet the following requirements stipulated by the Civil Aviation.:

At least 150 hours of Total Flying Time

At least 70 hours as Pilot in Command

At least 50 Hours of Cross Country as Pilot in Command

At Least 40 Hours of Instrument Flying

At Least 05 Hours of Night Flying if the Night Rating is Sought.

Duration of Integrated CPL/IR Course (PPL + CPL + IR + ATPL Ground Theory) is 1.5 Years for Ab-Initio Students

1.0 Year for PPL Entrants

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If you enjoy teaching as much as you love learning to fly, then you might consider to join the rewarding

employment opportunities that await you as a Licensed Assistant Flight Instructor. As an assistant flight

instructor you will be responsible for helping people to realize their dream of flight. This is one of the most

rewarding forms of flying you will engage in, both for yourself and your students, while you will acquire skills

and Flight time that will benefit you well in future prospectus.

After completing 500 Hours of Pilot in Command Time and 100 Hours of flight instructions you will be

promoted to Fully Fledged Flight instructor and be given more and more responsibility.

Currently there is a world wide demand for flight instructors and are remunerated well. Average Salary for a

starting out AFI is between USD 500 - 750 per month and a fully fledged flight instructor can hope to earn up to

USD 1250 in less than 6 months after commending life as a flight instructor.

Course Contents

100 Hours Ground Theory

30 Hours of Flight Training

Duration - Approximately 3 Months

Assistant Flight Instructor Rating - (AFI) Rating

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The initial multi engine endorsement gives you a grounding into the basic handling and operation of a multi

engine aircraft. In its raw form, the endorsement is simply an extension, or add on to your current license.

i.e if you have a day VFR license then the endorsement simply allows you to fly the aircraft you are endorsed on

during daylight hours. Multi engine endorsements are specific to each aircraft. In other words a Seneca

endorsement does not allow you to fly a Seminole, or vice versa until you have completed a specific

endorsement in that aircraft. The reason being that each multi engine aircraft has specific operating systems and

performance criteria that are unique to that aircraft and as the pilot of that aircraft you need to be trained in how

to use and manage those systems. For example, some aircraft have counter rotating propellers, while others have

contra rotating propellers, some have one fuel tank, others have multiple fuel tanks etc.

The initial endorsement focuses on the aircraft systems and performance figures specific to the Piper Seneca. A

requirement for each and every multi engine endorsement is that you complete a comprehensive engineering

paper, which will highlight all of the relevant information for that aircraft to you.

The operation of an aircraft on one engine, or asymmetric flight is generally something that you can apply to any

multi engine aircraft, so long as you know and understand the systems and performance criteria specific to the

aircraft you are flying. As part of your flight training you will learn how to recognize an engine failure, identify

which engine has failed, and in turn manage the failed engine, the operating engine and the other aircraft systems

in general

Course Contents

15 Hours Aircraft Specific Ground Training

Minimum 7 Hours of Flight Training on Piper Seneca III

Depending on National Requirements candidates can choose to do between 7 to 25 Hours of Multi Training. Our

general program includes 10 hours of Twin Engine Training and 25 Hours is included in the 225 Hour Package

Multi Engine Endorsement

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How to Apply

Applying to Study at Openskies

The application process is quite simple. Please fill in the attached application form and send together with the

relevant supporting documents to [email protected].

On receiving the duly completed application form and supporting documents our admissions office will

process the application and send you a formal Letter of Offer if the application has been successful.

In order to establish the English Language skills of the applicant one of our admissions team may contact you

during a pre established time to have a general chat and verify your English language skills.

When you are ready to accept your Letter of Offer, please fill in the Acceptance Form and send together with

the first installment by either Bank Draft or Bank Transfer.

Once the fees has been received by Openskies we would initiate the Visa Process.

Bank Details for Bank Transfer

Account Name : Openskies Flight Training (Pvt) Ltd

Account No : 069010008735

Bank : Hatton National Bank PLC

Branch : Panadura

Address : Hatton National Bank, Galle Road, Panadura, Sri Lanka

SWIFT CODE : HBLILKLX

Please include the students name in the T.T Instructions.

Students paying by Bank Draft shall draw the cheque in favor of ―Openskies Flight Training (Pvt) Ltd ―

All correspondence for Application Forms, Acceptance Forms and Bank Drafts shall be couriered to

Student Admissions

Openskies Flight Training (Pvt) Ltd

172, Horana Road

Panadura

12500

Western

Sri Lanka

Tel : 0094 - 38 22 44597

Required Documents for Application and Visa

These documents are vital prior to Openskies applying for a Student Visa

1. Duly Completed Application Form

2. Signed Acceptance Form

3. Proof of Payment—Bank Transfer Slip

4. Clear Copy of Passport Details Page and Alterations Page

5. Copy of High School Diploma or GCE Ordinary Level Certificate

Obtaining your Student Visa

Coming to Sri Lanka for studies is quite easy and the government is valuing international students and as such

has streamlined visa procedures for students.

On Acceptance of Studies Openskies Admissions team will email a copy of Entry Visa Application Form to be

completed by the applicant and forwarded to Openskies.

On receiving the Entry Visa Application Form, we would apply for a Special Entry Permit to allow students to

Visit Srilanka to have their Residence Visa (Student Visa) endorsed.

Once the Entry Permit has been approved by the Department of Immigration and Emigration of Colombo, we

will email the Copy to the Approval to be submitted together with the Passport and Entry Visa Application

Form filled earlier to the Nearest Sri Lankan High Commission. The same day it self the entry permit would be

stamped and student would be allowed to come to Sri Lanka on a way ticket.

On Arrival to Sri Lanka, our team would take your passport together with Residence Visa Application Form to

have your passport stamped by the Department of Immigration and Emigration with a 1 year Residence Visa

and extendable.

Visa Fees

Visa Fees for 1 year Residence Visa is LKR 20,000 approximately USD 160

Visa Processing Fees for obtaining necessary approvals, transfers between School base and

Colombo would be charged at USD 125 to cover all expenses in obtaining your Entry Permit and

Residence Visa.

For more information please visit Residence Visa section of Department of Immigration and Emigration on

http://www.immigration.gov.lk/

Terms and Conditions

Student Preparedness Policy

All Students at Openskies Flight Training from Private Pilot to Integrated ATP are required to arrive well prepared before each

ground and flight training lesson. This includes going through the subjects to be covered in the Class using Textbooks provided,

completing any reading or writing assignments and watching any supplementary videos prior to commencement of class.

Prior to Training Flight Student shall come prepared with proper paperwork completed, Met Reports and NOTAMS observed and any

homework assignments / simulator sessions completed.

Attendance Policy

Openskies requires all students to maintain at least 90 percent attendance requirement for ground school classes as required by Civil

Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka. Failure to meet the attendance policy will incur student to conduct additional classes for an added

expense prior to recommendation for Ground Theory examination conducted at Civil Aviation Authority.

Cancelation of Flights / Late Cancelation Policy

Students are required to inform their free dates for scheduling of flight at least 1 week in advance and request for a copy of scheduled

flights for their reference. If students are not able to report to scheduled flights due to personal grounds they shall inform at least 24

Hours in advance to ensure the slot is provided to another student.

Should students do not inform Flight Operations keeping a proper time or do not show up for scheduled classes a No Show / Late

Cancelation Fee of LKR 5,000.00 will be charged from the students account. Prior to undertaking the next flight students are required

to pay the Late Cancelation Fee or No Show Fees to Flight Operations Department.

Uniform and Grooming

Openskies Flight Training believes that as part of training students should be groomed in a professional manner to reflect on the flight

training and aviation industry and as such Openskies expects all students to groom and behave in such a courteous manner.

When reporting to Flight Training or Ground Theory Classes students shall wear the formal uniform which encompasses the Black

Formal Trouser (No Jeans, Denims or other sorts) with White Short Sleeves Pilot Shirt. Uniform up keeping shall be given a preference and uniforms shall be maintained perfectly to the highest standards.

Male students should have their hair neatly cut and combed when reporting to Classes, Female Students should tie their hair in a

fashion which will not distract or disturb other students.

Dismissal Policy

Safety in flight training operations is paramount to Openskies Flight Training and as such the following are grounds for the student

suspension and/or dismissal

Violation of the Sri Lanka Air Navigation Regulations

Violation of Openskies Flight Training‘s Flight Rules and Safety Precautions

Mistreatment of Company aircraft and equipment

Any other action, operation, procedure, behavior, or conduct by a student which, in the view of the Chief Flying Instructor, Chief

Ground Instructor compromises safety in flight training operations.

In the event of suspension or dismissal, written notice will be provided to the student; suspensions or dismissals are governed by

Openskies Flight Training‘s Dispute Resolution and Refund policies. Students in violation of the Sri Lanka Air Navigation Regula-tions, or Openskies Flight Training Flight Rules and Safety Precautions are responsible for all damages and injury that result from

such violation.

Duration of Courses

The duration shown in this broacher assumes student studies full time and is available Monday to Friday for Ground Theory classes

and flight training. To meet the stipulated time frames in the course students shall plan to fly at least 16 hours per month during PPL

Stage and at least 25 Hours during CPL/IR Training failure to meet the required progress in flying may result in course duration being

extended.

Openskies recommends students to fly consistently to ensure they learn and master flying skills in an efficient and effective manner.

Taking long breaks between flight training exercises may result student in loosing flying skills and may require to repeat certain exer-cises and as such having to utilize extra training hours to complete their required stage checks and course completion.

Openskies will not be liable for delays caused due to cancelation of flights due to extreme whether that would not permit the aircrafts

to be dispatched for flight training.

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT OPENSKIES

Paper Advertisement / Magazine

Education Fair / Seminar

OPENSKIES FLIGHT TRAINING (PVT) LIMITED STUDENT ENROLMENT FORM

PERSONAL DETAILS

Family Name:

Given Names:

Preferred Name:

Date of Birth: ___ / ___ / _____ ( date / month/year)

Title: Mr.

Gender: Male Female

CONTACT DETAILS

Residential Address:

City:

Post Code (If known):

Home Telephone:

Mobile Telephone:

Email Address:

NIC No:

Passport No: (If Available)

Passport Expiry: ___ / ___ / _____ ( date / month/year)

EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

Name of Contact:

Relationship:

Contact No‘s:

Name of Contact:

Relationship:

Contact No‘s

EDUCATION DETAILS

Secondary Education – Highest Level Achieved

Name of Qualification: ( G.C.E A/L or G.C.E O/L )

Name of Secondary School Attended:

Have you Previously Studies at Openskies:

Completed In: Year No if pending

TERTIERY AND FURTHER EDUCATION

Name of Tertiary Education Qualification : Dip , Bsc MSc

Institution:

Completed In: Year No if pending

Attach Copies of Transcripts and

Are you enrolled in another institute:

If Yes Name of Institute:

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

List Out all your current and previous employment history

stating from the most recent:

COURSE DETAILS

Please Select the Course of Studies you wish to enroll in:


Commercial Pilot License (Aeroplane)

Instrument Rating

Multi Engine Endorsement

Integrated Commercial Pilot License with

Instrument Rating, ME and ATPL Theory

CPL/IR Conversion Training

PPL Renewal

CPL/IR Renewal

Night Endorsement

ATPL Ground Theory

Intake: ____________ Month __________ Year

Mode of Studies: FULL TIME PART TIME

Do You Wish to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning

for Formal Flight Training done previously:

Yes No

If yes please fill in the Recognition of Prior Learning

Application Form and send together with this form.

DISCLAIMER

ALL APPLICANTS

I grant Openskies permission to provide my parent(s) or

guardian(s), when requested, with any information pertain-

ing to my application to study, ongoing academic progress,

results and attendance.

Yes No

STUDENT CHECKLIST

Completed the Relevant Sections of the Form

Attached Copies of All educational certificates

Attached a Copy of NIC Card / Passport

For Students wishing to apply for recognition of Prior

Learning

Filled and Completed the ‗Recognition of Prior

Learning Form‘

Attached Copies of Ground Theory Completion

and or Flight Training Completion Certificates and

Logbook Copies

DECLARATION

I declare that the information I have supplied on this form

is, to the best of my understanding and belief, complete and

correct. I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or

cancellation of enrolment. I have read and understood the

published course information in the brochure or website and

I have sufficient information about Openskies to enroll. I

give Openskies permission to obtain official records from

an educational institution attended by me. I understand that

Openskies collects, stores and uses personal information

only for the purposes of administering prospective, current

and graduate student admissions, enrolment and education

and that the information collected is confidential and will

not be disclosed to third parties without my consent, except

to meet government, legal or other regulatory authority requirements. I understand that fees may rise. I accept liabil-

ity for payment of all fees as explained in this brochure, and

I agree to abide by the Fee Refund Policy which is current

at the time of my studies at Openskies. I understand that this

may be different to the Fee Refund Policy as specified in

this brochure. I understand that by signing this application

form, I will be sent Letters of Offer for Openskies.

Applicant Signature:

Date: ___ / ____ / _______ (Day / Month/ Year)

If you are under 18 years of age at time of applicant your

parent or legal guardian will also need to sign this form.

Parent / Legal Guardian Signature

Date: ___ / ____ / _______ (Day / Month/ Year)

POSTAL ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS

Admission Manager

Openskies Flight Training (Pvt) Limited

172, Horana Road, Panadura,

12500

Western

Sri Lanka

Telephone: +94 – 38-2244597

Email: [email protected]

www.openskies.lk

mailto:[email protected]

Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Program

(200 Hour SE +10 Hour ME Program ) Payment Details Total Cost for Course Duration

Stage 1- Private Pilot License + Night VFR Rating (USD 11,500.00 )

Enrolment Fees USD 470.00

PPL Resource Fees USD 550.00 PPL Ground Theory USD 2,200.00

45 Hours SE PPL Flight Training USD 8,100.00

1 Hours PPL Flight Test Fee USD 180.00

Stage 2 - CPL + IR + ATPL Theory and ME Endorsement (USD 40,500.00 )


ATPL Resource Fees USD 1200.00

ATPL Ground Theory USD 2,600.00

90 Hours SE CPL/IR Flight Training in Cessna 152 USD 16,200.00


4 Hour CPL/IR Flight Test USD 720.00

ME Endorsement - 10 Hours USD 7,500.00

Grand Total Cost of Studies USD 52,000.00 Installment Plan

Stage 1—PPL (A)

First Installment At Time of Registration USD 3,220.00 Enrolment Fees Library Fees – 06 Months PPL Ground Theory

PPL Resource Fees Second Installment On Commencement of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours Flight Time Balance Installment After 20 Hours of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours of Flight Time

Stage 2 - Single Engine CPL/IR

ATPL GND Installment On Commencement of ATPL Training USD 4,080.00 Enrolment Fees ATPL Ground School ATPL Library Fees

ATPL Resource Fees Cessna 152 Training 3 Installments of 30 Hours summing to USD 16,200.00 Installments USD 5,400.00 per installment Cessna 172 Training 3 Installments of 20 Hours summing to USD 12,000.00 Installments USD 4,000.00 per installment

ME Endorsement Paid to Overseas Provider with Living and USD 7,500.00 Accommodation

Minimum Requirements

G.C.E Ordinary Level with 6 Passes or Equivalent with 4 Credits in Maths, Physics, English and or Science

2 Passes in Advanced Level excluding English

Good Command of Written and Spoken English

Pass a Class I Medical Test conducted by a CAASL Approved Doctor

PPL Resource Fees include

* Original Air Pilots Manual Book Set 1– 7, C152 Checklist, C152 Pilot Operating Handbook

* Openskies Standard Operating Procedures Booklet

* Pooleys CRP5 Flight Computer , 1:250,000 NM Long Ruler & Square Protractor

* 2 x White Shirts and 1 Bar Silver Pilot Epaulets

* Professional Pilot Logbook

CPL/IR Resource Fees

* CPL/IR Flight Training Study Guide

* Original Oxford ATPL Book Set

* Jeppeseen Student Route Manual

* 2 Bar Silver Epaulets

* ATPL Progress Tests and Practice Papers

BEYOND EXPECTATIONS

Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Program - Indian Students

(200 Hour SE +25 Hour ME Program )

Payment Details Total Cost for Course Duration

Stage 1- Private Pilot License + Night VFR Rating (USD 11,500.00 )


PPL Resource Fees USD 550.00 PPL Ground Theory USD 2,200.00

45 Hours SE PPL Flight Training USD 8,100.00


Stage 2 - CPL + IR + ATPL Theory and ME Endorsement (USD 50,500.00 )


ATPL Resource Fees USD 1200.00

ATPL Ground Theory USD 2,600.00



4 Hour CPL/IR Flight Test USD 720.00

ME Endorsement - 10 Hours USD 7,500.00 Grand Total Cost of Studies USD 62,000.00

Installment Plan

Stage 1—PPL (A)

First Installment At Time of Registration USD 3,220.00 Enrolment Fees Library Fees – 06 Months

PPL Ground Theory PPL Resource Fees Second Installment On Commencement of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours Flight Time Balance Installment After 20 Hours of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours of Flight Time

Stage 2 - Single Engine CPL/IR

ATPL GND Installment On Commencement of ATPL Training USD 4,080.00 Enrolment Fees ATPL Ground School

ATPL Library Fees ATPL Resource Fees Cessna 152 Training 5 Installments of 23 Hours summing to USD 20,700.00 Installments USD 4,140.00 per installment Cessna 172 Training 2 Installments of 27.5 Hours summing to USD 11,000.00 Installments USD 5,500.00 per installment

ME Endorsement Paid to Overseas Provider with Living and USD 7,500.00 Accommodation

Minimum Requirements

G.C.E Ordinary Level with 6 Passes or Equivalent with 4 Credits in Maths, Physics, English and or Science

2 Passes in Advanced Level excluding English

Good Command of Written and Spoken English

Pass a Class I Medical Test conducted by a CAASL Approved Doctor

PPL Resource Fees include

* Original Air Pilots Manual Book Set 1– 7, C152 Checklist, C152 Pilot Operating Handbook


* Pooleys CRP5 Flight Computer , 1:250,000 NM Long Ruler & Square Protractor

* 2 x White Shirts and 1 Bar Silver Pilot Epaulets


CPL/IR Resource Fees

* CPL/IR Flight Training Study Guide

* Original Oxford ATPL Book Set

* Jeppeseen Student Route Manual

* 2 Bar Silver Epaulets

* ATPL Progress Tests and Practice Papers

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PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE (AEROPLANE)

If you aspire to take the skies to your limits a Private Pilot License is just the license for you. Private Pilot Licence

(PPL) or a Private Pilot Certificate, is a license that permits the holder to act as the pilot of an aircraft privately. A PPL

allows you to fly in day or night under Visual Meteorological conditions with your friends and relatives.

Stage 1- Private Pilot License + Night VFR Rating


PPL Resource Fees USD 550.00

PPL Ground Theory USD 2,200.00 45 Hours SE PPL Flight Training USD 8,100.00


USD 11,500.00

Installment Plan

First Installment At Time of Registration USD 3,220.00 Enrolment Fees Library Fees – 06 Months PPL Ground Theory

PPL Resource Fees Second Installment On Commencement of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours Flight Time Balance Installment After 20 Hours of Flying USD 4,140.00 23.0 Hours of Flight Time

Should students fail to complete the training within prescribed hours they shall pay for additional Flight training at the rate of

USD 180.00 per hour.

Minimum Entry Requirements

G.C.E Ordinary Level with 6 Passes or Equivalent

Good Command of Written of Spoken English

Pass a Class I or II Medical Test conducted by a CAASL Approved Doctor

PPL Resource Fees Include * Original Air Pilots Manual Book Set 1– 7,

* Cessna 152 Checklist,

* Cessna 152 Pilot Operating Handbook


* Pooleys CRP5 Flight Computer

* 1:250,000 NM Long Ruler

* 5 Inch Square Protractor

* 2 x White Shirts

* 1 Bar Silver Pilot Epaulets


BEYOND EXPECTATIONS

Refund Policy

It‘s simple and ethical: you reserves the right to terminate your training at any time, making you eligible for a pro-rated refund

which will be issued within 21 days following program termination.

Openskies‘s refund policy quickly accommodates students who elect to discontinue the program for any reason. It is important to

receive your refund in an expeditious manner so you can use the funds to continue your flight training at another school, repay a

loan, or cover emergency needs.

Private Pilot Ground School Refund Policy

Any ground school fees paid to Openskies shall be refunded in full should the Student wish to discontinue the course within 5

days of course commencement. After 5 days but before 21 days 40 percent of the Ground School shall be kept by Openskies to

cover the cost of Ground Instructor Teaching Fees. Should any student wish to discontinue studies after 21 days no Ground

School refund will be applicable. The enrolment fee will not be refunded during any time after class commencement. Resource

Fees will be refunded if all the resources are handed over in original condition without any damage to the equipment.

ATPL Ground Theory Refund Policy

Students enrolled in Ground Theory subjects either who has paid all subjects together or subject wise shall inform to Openskies

within 5 days of class commencement of any discontinuation if they wish to do so. Within 5 days the Full ground theory fees paid

for ATPL Ground theory minus any subjects completed or exceeded the 7 days notification period will be refunded in full.

Any subjects paid but not commenced yet shall be refunded in full should a formal discontinuation notice has been provided in

writing to the management prior to commencement of the subjects.

Any discontinuation notice received after 5days notification period but before 21 days will be refunded on a pro rata basis where

a portion of the Ground theory will be kept to cover administrative chargers and Ground Instructor Fees of usually 40 percent.

The enrolment fee will not be refunded during any time after class commencement. Resource Fees will be refunded if all the re-

sources are handed over in original condition without any damage to the equipment.

Flight Training Refund Policy

Students may decide to discontinue flying at any time, where any unused flight credits will be refunded within 21 days of

receiving the formal notice of discontinuation in writing.

Written Notice

A written notice of withdrawal or dismissal must be provided,

By a student to the institution when the student withdraws, or

By the institution to the student where the institution dismisses a student on disciplinary grounds or incompetency to follow

coursework.

For all International Students, on withdrawing from course at Openskies the Department of Immigration will be notified of your

termination of studies and you may require to apply for a new residence visa from your new school or transfer your residence visa

to the new school should you wish to continue your studies elsewhere.

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