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INTERNATIONAL AVIATION COLLEGE, ILORIN Content 02 Welcome 03 Introduction 04 History 06
Vision, Mission and Objectives 05
Why you should choose IAC 07
Our Facilities 08 The Campus 09 Training Fleet 10 Academic Framework 11
CONTENT
Courses 12 Short Course 13 Course Delivery 14 Our Faculty 15Curriculum and Selection Process 16
Pricing 17
Sponsorship 18
Partners 19
FAQ 20
WELCOME
THE SKY IS NOT YOUR LIMIT
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Thank you for taking time to view this prospectus. In the subsequent
pages you will find some useful information about the newest Africa's
World Class Aviation Training Institution.
The staff and management of this institution are dedicated to
supporting you to qualify as aviation professionals in the booming air
transportation industry.
For more information, please visit our website; ww.iac.com.ng or
email us at [email protected]. Better still, if you are able to visit Ilorin,
we would be delighted to show you around the school.
INTRODUCTION
The inspiration for establishing this monumental
The syllabus is based on the Nigerian Civil Aviation
institution was solely derived from addressing the global
Regulations Personnel Licenses Curriculum which
shortage of pilots which also manifests conspicuously in
complies with and exceeds ICAO requirements. The
Nigeria, affecting major airlines and oil and gas
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) will issue a CPL
companies.
after successful completion of the course.
Factors accountable for the global shortage pilots
Advanced training and related aviation courses are
include:
offered to both prospective students and experienced
pilots. Our long term objective is to be a degree awarding
1. The global increase in demand for air travel and the
institution.
consequence increase in aircraft fleet.
2. Decline in Pilot Training Sponsorship.
3. Ageing population of Airmen.
4. Technological advancement has made the oil and
gas sector become mainly dependent on Aviation.
We are now broadening our curriculum to include
aviation engineering, helicopter pilot training, airline
recurrent training as well as airline dispatcher and air
traffic controller initial and recurrent training.
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International Aviation College, Ilorin is an aviation institution established by the
Government of Kwara State but has been planned to be jointly owned with the
private sector. It is established to train different professionals for the rapidly
expanding Nigerian and International aviation industry including pilots (fixed
wing and helicopter), air traffic controllers, engineers and cabin crew.
The college is located in Ilorin, Kwara State in central Nigeria. The site is
geographically ideal for flying because of its all year round good flying weather
and flat topography.
Our first programme is the ab-initio training of fixed wing pilots. The training we
offer will bring a student from zero to acquisition of a commercial Pilot’s License
with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings in 18 months or less.
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V i s i o n
The Vision of the College is to be the leading Aviation Training School,
producing the best pilots and aviation professionals, meeting and exceeding
all international standards.
M i s s i o n
The Mission of the College is to train aviation professionals in an efficient and
technologically driven manner focusing on; safety, quality, integrity, respect,
excellence, accountability and diversity consistent with international
standards.
Q We are equipped with state of the art structure, latest teaching techniques
and computer aided learning.
Q Highly qualified and experienced Certified Instructors and personnel to
offer only the best training.
Q Our airplanes are EFIS equipped which is the Latest Flight Deck
Instrumentation (EFIS) and Engine Management System.
Q The training location is blessed with better year round flying weather and
an uncluttered local airspace in which training can be done safely.
Q We have full instrument approach facilities to practice Instrument
Flying.
Q Essential knowledge and skill-sets in the disciplines of; Safety
Management, Crew Resource Management, Aeronautical Decision
Making and Threat & Error Management will be imparted.
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WHY YOU SHOULD
CHOOSE IAC
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OUR FACILITIES
FACILITIES
The simulators have high resolution visual systems, electronic
The main campus houses the administration offices and
control loading, digital sound, EFIS and FMS. The instructor stations
classrooms, aircraft hanger with provisions for the aircraft
are completely manageable from within the virtual cockpit, adding
engineering (Mechanic) school as well as the future helicopter
to the immersion effect. This enables the student to practice and
division.
gain enhanced proficiency in flying.
Apart from the classrooms and other aviation training facilities,
HOSTEL
IAC has student dormitories and a cafeteria. Some sport facilities
are already in place, while others like playing fields, a swimming
The modern superior accommodation available at IAC is one of the
pool, a gymnasium will provided. We have all the necessary
many advantages of training at IAC. A dedicated Student hostel on
amenities to make the campus a comfortable and safe learning
campus provides all the amenities necessary for comfortable living
environment.
including on site laundry facilities, cable TV, computer internet
facilities and student lounge rooms. The college cafeteria provides
The college's flight training facilities are located within the IAC
meals for students and staff 7 days a week and features a variety of
campus area. Compared with other major cities around the
Nigerian and Continental food at reasonable cost.
world, weather conditions in Ilorin permit more good weather
flight days.
MAINTENANCE
The college has an in-house maintenance facility for the school
aircraft which meets all NCAA standards. Experienced, Licensed,
SIMULATOR
Factory trained engineers and technicians maintain the entire fleet
To supplement actual flight training, synthetic training
ensuring minimum downtime with no loss in flying training.
devices(flight simulators) will be utilized to maximize
flight-training benefits and offer high fidelity simulation to aid in
IAC maintenance keeps an extensive stock of aircraft and engine.
instruction.
The College is located very close to Ilorin International Airport with a taxi way
spanning from the college to the runway of the airport.
This strategic location is advantageous for students' experience of standard and
advanced airport operating procedure.
The city of Ilorin is blessed with good all year round flying weather.
The facilities at the campus include:
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A futuristic building, housing the Offices, Classrooms and Common Rooms
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IT Centre
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Maintenance Hanger
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Simulator Rooms
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Aircraft Parking Apron
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Library
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Fully Air- conditioned en-suite Hostel Rooms
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Recreation Facilities
QCafeteria
QClinic
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Q Our aircraft are well maintained by our in-house
Training Aircraft Fleet
maintenance engineers, we have a reputation for quality
The College selected the Diamond aircraft for its operations
workmanship of the highest order. IAC is also a after very careful considerations that include the following: DIAMOND Maintenance Centre. There is no compromise QGarmin G1000 Glass Cockpit - puts a wealth of flight- whatsoever when it comes to flight safety.critical data at student’s fingertips. Its glass flight deck presents flight instrumentation, navigation, weather, terrain, traffic and engine data on large-format and high-resolution displays. Students get familiar from the beginning with the same type of cockpit environment they will be using on the newer commercial aircrafts.
QSynthetic Vision Technology - Using sophisticated graphics modeling, the system recreates a 3-D “virtual reality” database landscape on the pilot and copilot PFDs. Thus, Garmin SVT enables you to clearly visualize nearby flight and enroute navigation features - even in solid IFR or night time VFR condition.
QFuel - Diamond airplanes use diesel and Jet A1 fuel instead of Av-Gas used by other trainers and are fuel efficient. Moreover, AV-Gas is not readily available in Nigeria. With easy access to Jet A1 fuel at our base, Ilorin airport, there is no downtime, increasing flying time for students.
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TRAINING
AIRCRAFT FLEET
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Based on the vision, the mission and need, The Flight School is for the training of Fixed Wing
International Aviation College is a collegiate and Rotary Wing pilots at both ab initio (from
system with several schools within the system. ground zero) as well as recurrent levels. The
Each school addresses a specific area of specialty maintenance school wi ll train aircraft
within the profession.
maintenance engineers. The ATC School is to train
air traffic controllers while the Support Services
Four schools are envisaged, these are:
School would be responsible for training all other
aviation personnel including cabin crew,
QFlight School
operations, security and fire fighting.
QMaintenance School
QAir Traffic Control (ATC) School
QSupport Service School
ACADEMIC
FRAMEWORK
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COURSES
Q Flight Dispatcher Training
Q Radio Telephony Training
Q Pilot Recurrent Training
Q Cabin Crew Training
Q Human Factors Course
Q Crew Resource Management (CRM)
OTHER COURSES
PILOT TRAINING
Private Pilot Licence
Q Ab-initio - Private Pilot Licence
Commercial Pilot Licence
Ab-initio - Commercial Pilot Licence with Multi-Engine & Instrument Rating
Q Private Pilot Licence
Q Modular CPL
Q Integrated Commercial Pilot Licence / Multi Engine Rating + Instrument Rating
Q Safety Management System (SMS)
Q Leadership and Team Building in Aviation
Q ICAO English - Rating & Teaching
Q Threat & Error Management (TEM)
Q Operation and Risk Management
ICAO English - Rating & Teaching
The ICAO has recently requested that all contracting states require all their certified airmen to be certified as fluent in Aviation English to Level 4 proficiency. The IAC, in cooperation with Kwara State University, will offer a course in Aviation English to any interested party that applies. At the conclusion of the course, the required testing will be accomplished and the individual will be certified to ICAO Level 4 English Proficiency.
AVIATION SAFETY
International Aviation College will offer aviation safety conference in locations within Nigeria. This is designed to provide information for airline and corporate aviation managers and flight crew personnel. A veteran international panel of speakers will present important information for improvement of aviation safety in Africa. Topics will range from CRM, anti-terrorism to accident investigation and prevention.
THREAT AND ERROR MANAGEMENT (CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT)
Eight-five percent (85%) of all aircraft accidents are caused by operator (pilot) error. All US and many international airlines have developed cutting edge Threat and Error Management programs to reduce the human mistakes that result in aircraft accidents and the resulting loss of lives. CRM has been credited with major reduction in these pilot error, hence accidents. IAC in cooperation with leading international airlines, will present the latest CRM techniques and procedures in a three-day CRM conference available to all African airline and corporate aviation management and operations personnel.
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COURSE DELIVERY
Ground Training includes the very latest computer learning software including CBT and
CAI, classroom lecture and practical demonstration by experienced ground instructors
utilizing a multimedia approach. The Computer Based Training (CBT) course material are
accessible in the college computer during classes and after hours. In the future an online
option will be available for registered students.
TRAINING MANUALS
Training manuals are used to supplement the classroom computer software and
instructor presentations.
FACULTY
The staff, a diverse team of multi-national instructors, guarantees individual attention in
all the phases of training, we also ensure the enviable instructor-to-student ratio of
nearly 1:4 or better.
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A TUTOR! A MENTOR! A COACH! with thousands of training hours
between them, our team of instructors provide a wealth of knowledge
and experience garnered from employment with airlines, the military,
corporate aviation training and general aviation operations.
IAC employs suitably qualified staff with appropriate expertise in all
section of its training operations.
IAC TRAINING CURRICULUM
IAC admits applicants, for its modular courses; PPL(A), CPL(A), ME, IR or the INTEGRATED CPL/IR/ME, as an ab-initio entrant or as a holder of license issued in accordance with ICAO Annex 1 and NCAR Part 2.
Flying will be conducted on the Diamond DA 40 Single Engine and DA 42 Multi Engine Aircraft with the most advanced Glass Cockpit and Garmin 1000 instrumentation. The courses comprise of;
a) Visual and Instrument Flying training; and b) Theoretical knowledge instruction
Candidates meeting IAC minimum educational and pre-selection requirements as well as the NCAR age and medical requirements stated below will be offered admission;
(1.) Age: Candidates must not be less than 17 years old at the time of enrolment. (2.) Educational qualification: Minimum of WASC/NECO/O' Level, with at least (05) five credits, which must include Mathematics, English and a science subject.
(3.) Medical Qualification: Candidate must be capable of holding a NCAA Class 1 Pilot Medical.
(4.) Candidates must pass the pre-selection screening exercise comprising of aptitude test, ability test and oral interview.
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IAC TRAINING
CURRICULUM &
SELECTION PROCESS
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hort listed candidates will have to take the aptitude
and ability tests which include; psychometric and
personality tests, trial flying lessons, interviews and
English proficiency test (for International Students).
This helps minimize attrition rates and subsequent
costs to individuals and organizations.
The Assessment
Computer Based Testing
Psychometric Test
Personality Profiling
Simulator Assessment
Medical
Written Test including but not limited to English and
Mathematics.
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FEES
The tuition fee breakdown for Commercial Pilot License training
programme is available on request.
Features:
Q CPL Ground Training
Q CPL Flight Training
Q Instrument and Multi-Engine Flight Training
Q Accommodation
Q Training Manuals
Q Pilot Uniform
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As much as International Aviation College would like to make pilot training affordable and accessible to everyone, the cost of training pilots runs high. Consequently, International Aviation College is continuously in touch with State Governments, Local Governments, Airlines, Oil and Gas Companies, private individuals and other corporate organization to assist in student sponsorship.
However, some other established scholarship programs within the aviation training industry include:
WOMEN WITH WINGS (WWW)
Bessie Coleman would not be deterred. In November 1920, Coleman headed to France. Several months later, she became the first African American woman in the world to earn an international pilot’s license from the Federation Aeronautique Internationale. She spent her life following her dream. She blazed a path that women aviators have followed ever since. Women with Wings (WWW) was created with the goal of sponsoring a female student from Nigeria. International Aviation College strongly encourages females in our program. Our goal is to have forty percent (40%) of each classroom filled with young female aviators.
SPONSORSHIP
COMPANY
This program is designed for airline and oil industry employers. An employer would guarantee a loan to cover the training fees for a number of qualifying students. At the end of the training, the sponsored candidates would be employed by the sponsored employer for a number of years, during which the loan would be repaid from the sponsored student’s income. This is a win-win program where the student gets quality training and a job, while the sponsor has a skilled employee at a lower cost when compared to hiring from overseas.
SPONSORSHIP
LOW INCOME STUDENT
US President Thomas Jefferson once said, “...the children of the poor must be thus educated at common expense.” However, even today, many students cannot attend a college or university. This financial aid program is design to sponsor a student from a low income family.
SPONSORSHIP
STATE GOVERNMENT
This sponsorship is provided by state and local governments for their indigenous citizens based upon each state/city criterion.
SPONSORSHIP
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PARTNERS
OXFORD AVIATION ACADEMY
The Oxford Aviation Academy is the world's leading independent provider of aviation training materials. Headquartered in United Kingdom, they provide IAC with our pilot training software and other learning materials.
DIAMOND AIRCRAFT
Diamond aircraft is the world leader in the manufacture of “state-of-the-art” composite aircraft with their consistent record of providing the safest aircraft in the industry. They have provided our engineers with technical training. IAC is a Diamond factory service center.
KWARA STATE GOVERNMENT NAMA
KWASU
Q1. How old do I need to be?
A. The minimum age requirement is 17 years old for a Private Pilot License and Commercial Pilot Q10. Can I bring my family with me?
License. A. We only offer single accommodation, so you will need to find alternative accommodation in the city for your family.
Q2. Are there any educational requirements needed?
A. The law requires a good understanding of mathematics (core mathematics), english and science Q11. How long will the course take me?
(physics or geography). It is possible to do the course without having done these subjects; however, A. An estimation of the length of time the course will take is given in the quotation and is based on an you are really going to battle without having had this grounding. average person working at an average pace and passing their exams first time. The actual length of your course will be determined by your own ability and weather and other conditions beyond IAC
Q3. What do I need to do to qualify? control. A. You will need to pass an aviation medical exam, IAC aptitude and ability assessment tests and English
Proficiency Test (for International Student). Q12. Is my license internationally recognized?
A. Yes, your license is internationally recognized. However, you may need to convert your license in
Q4. How do I enroll for a course? accordance with the aviation laws of the country where you are intending to fly. A. Firstly, you need to check with our Marketing Department with regards to the availability of space on
the course date you have selected. After which you will need to obtain our Application Form, fill and Q13. Will I have my own room?
submit and await our invitation for the aptitude and ability assessment tests. A. Depending on how busy we are at the time, you might have to share your room with one other student while attending your PPL course.
Q5. Do I have to apply for a Study Visa?
A. Only foreign students from non-qualifying visa waiver countries need to apply for a Study Visa Q14. When should I have my medical done?
through the Nigerian Embassy in their country. A. Immediately prior to starting classes.
Q6. Where can I get financial assistance? Q15. Would you help us find work after my graduation from the college?
A. If you are a Nigerian citizen, you can apply for a student loan, airline sponsorship or government A. We will assist you where we can; however, it will be up to you to find work once qualified. scholarship. If you are a foreigner, you would need to apply for financial assistance in your country.
Q16. If I pay my course fees in full, can I get a discount?
Q7. Do I need life cover insurance? A. We will offer you good value for your money, but no discounted rates. The PPL course fees as due in A. This would be up to the prospective student and their family to decide on. It is not required by us. full, one week prior to the start of the course, less the deposit paid. The CPL course fees can be paid
The college has insurance cover in place for aircraft, student, instructor and crew. in accordance with the payment schedule or in full, whichever is preferred.
Q8. Do I need insurance? Q17. How soon should I pay my deposit?
A. Only medical cover. If you don't already have a medical aid we can arrange one for you at the start of A. Our courses fill up six months in advance, so make allowances for this when deciding on a starting your course, which will be billed to you. date. It is also a good idea to check with Marketing Department with regards to course availability,
before paying your deposit.
Q9. Will I be allowed any break in my course?
A. No for the standard pilot course, only if you really need to attend an important event and your Q18. Do I need to do a psychometric test?
application for leave has been approved by the Head of Training. A. It is one of our requirements and it is a good idea, to determine your certainty of your career choice and ability to be a pilot.
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