Company

TVSA Pilot Training is registered to take International students (CRICOS No 02045D) and is dedicated to training pilots for a challenging and satisfying career in aviation.

TVSA has been training Airline pilots for over 25 years and has trained many pilots who are now flying for airlines such as, CATHAY, QANTAS, VIRGIN, JETSTAR, DRAGON AIR, SINGAPORE, a number of local airlines, and the Royal Australian Airforce.

We are an Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority approved school (AOC No 225252-07) and an Education Department Registered Training Organisation (No 7006).

Location

Our school is located at the Bacchus Marsh Airfield, Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, Australia.

Here you are able to train in a relaxed uncluttered environment, close to major airports and controlled airspace.

The uncluttered environment allows you to hone your flying skills much quicker.

Controlled airspace is right at our door. You are introduced to the controlled airspace element early in your training. This puts you in the same operational environment as the airlines.

The school is :

• very close to the long bitumen runways which reduces taxi time.
• located in the training area and therefore eliminates travel to and from the training area in the initial stages of your training. There are very few schools that can offer you this advantage. This of course saves time and money.
• Located close to a number of radio navigation aids that allows a greater number of approaches during each exercise. This is a very big advantage, especially during instrument training.

You will be operating in a professional environment that will prepare you for your first airline job.

Public transport is available near by with the Melbourne city centre only 40 mins.

Melbourne, a renowned multi-cultural city and home to over three and a half million people, was voted in 1992, as the world's `Most Livable City.'  It is recognised as a competitive business and industrial base and is growing in importance as a crossroads on the trade route between the West and Asia.  Attributes of Melbourne Include -

• a safe, clean, secure and friendly environment
• excellent shopping facilities
•  comprehensive public transport systems
• affordable, quality housing
• a temperate climate and clean air
• cheap, high quality produce
• many tourist, cultural, industry exhibitions, and entertainment attractions, major sporting and community events on an international scale

Facilities

The building is purpose built for overseas students with classrooms, briefing rooms, study areas, operations area, and accommodation, recreational, and laundry facilities all in the one complex. A fully functioning kitchen is also available for those who wish to cook their own meals. Full board is available including meals, if required.

All rooms have reverse cycle air conditioning for your comfort.

Personnel

The Company is owned and operated by a husband and wife team, Peter and Wendy Dow. They have operated the school now for over 25 years.

Wendy is the school coordinator and marketing manager.

Peter is the Chief Flying Instructor and Chief Pilot. He holds Civil Aviation Safety Authority test approvals and renewals for all classes of licences and ratings.

Peter currently flies for an Australian airline, where he is a check and training Captain.

Under Peter’s guidance, there is a dedicated team of professional flying instructors that have been trained by senior staff of the company.

Aircraft

We have a number of aircraft available for training, ranging from the Cessna 152,  PA-28-161 Piper Warrior, PA-28-181 Piper Archer, Piper Arrow (for the constant speed retractable undercarriage endorsement) and Piper Seneca for the multi training.

Endorsements are available in more sophisticated aircraft if required.

Courses

TVSA Pilot Training is able to offer the following courses to International students:

COMMERCIAL PILOT LICENCE
Cost $.38,000AUD   Duration…10 Months…(155 Hrs)…… 

MULTI –ENGINE INSTRUMENT RATING
Cost $ 13,500AUD   Duration    6 Weeks 

ATPL THEORY
Cost $.3,600AUD     Duration…8 Weeks……… 

DIPLOMA OF AVIATION
(Commercial Pilot Licence and Multi-Engine Instrument Rating)
Cost $ 51,000AUD   Duration      10-12 Months     (205 Hrs) 

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF AVIATION-AIRLINE PILOT
(Diploma of Aviation and ATPL Theory)
Cost $ 55,0000AUD.  Duration…15 Months………..

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF AVIATION-FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
(Diploma of Aviation and Flight Instructor  Rating)
Cost $ 65,000AUD   Duration…18 Months………..

The course that is most popular with students is the Diploma of Aviation.

Course costs include all:  flying, theory, text books and manuals, theory exam fees (BAK,PPL,CPL and IREX),log book, navigation equipment, CASA documents, briefings,  flight tests. 

Some countries have different specific requirements for trainig courses. Please contact us to check if this applies to you.

Please note:

1. That costs are $AUD up until the Feb 2008 Course
2. A detailed breakdown of the course is available on request.
3. The Private Pilot Licence is included in the CPL.
4. Exam fees and flight tests are for first attempt only.
5. The cost of any additional training required to meet the standard is to be met by the student.
6. Landing and air service charges are additional.
7. You can pay the course fee in 8 installments. A payment  schedule will be supplied on request.   
   
8. The cost may vary with variation in costs outside our control.  eg  Fuel or CASA / Airservices costs.  
   

In addition to the above courses, we are able to offer the following courses:

1. A 2 week transition course for low time pilots transitioning onto jets.
   Cost $ 7,000………. Duration     2 Weeks…………..
2. Boeing 737 type ratings
   Cost $ 19,800………Duration …5 Weeks………..

Enty Requirements

A minimum of 50% pass in year 12.

Able to pass the required English language test.

Pass a CASA class 1 medical examination.

Accommodation

Accommodation (single room, twin share and bunk room) is available on site.

Accommodation Only (per week)
Single room $165AUD and shared room $135AUD.

Bunk room accommodation is available. Cost is $100.

Off Campus: $110AUD per person per week plus utilities. The units are fully furnished.

Part Time Work

We assist students to obtain part time work. Currently all our overseas students have part time employment.

Course Start Dates

• 18^th February 2008
• 1^st May 2008
• 1^st September 2008    
• 1^st February 2009