We are now pleased to offer the option for international flight students to train with us! Details on how to apply for the program follow. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesistate to give us a call or send us an e-mail. We look forward to having you!



STEP 1 - M1 VISA AND TSA REQUIREMENTS

All Non-US Citizens are required to hold an M-1 Visa to enter the United States to begin flight training.  In order for us to process your Visa paperwork, we have an online application that must be completed.

Once we receive your online application and course deposit, our Visa department will begin processing your I-20 application.  We will send the required application and paperwork to you via UPS within 5-10 business days.  After you receive the I-20 application, you may contact the U.S. Embassy in your country and schedule your Visa interview.  Visa approval times vary from country to country but most can complete the whole process in less than 30 days.

All Non-US Citizens are required by law to register with the United States Transportation Security Administration prior to commencing flight training in the U.S.  This is an online process. (Please read all instructions before registering.)

  • Step 1: Click on the link https://www.flightschoolcandidates.gov, scroll down to "New Account" highlighted in blue.  Once all the personal information has been filled out and submitted you will receive an email with a user ID and Password.  (See Helpful Hints below).

  • Step 2: Go back to the link above and type in user ID and Password and proceed with the AFSP online application process.

  • Step 3: The candidate completes online training request forms requesting the following types of information:
    • A. Residence and citizenship;
    • B. Places and terms of employment;
    • C. Details of the requested training; and
    • D. Other background information.
    Note: On the online TSA application you will see questions requesting "Resident Start Date" and "Resident End Date". This question is in regard to how long you have lived at your current address.

    For "Course Request Type" all flight training will be number "01" and all hour building only will be number "02".

  • Step 4: Upon submission of the completed training request forms, the AFSP confirms the validity of the training request with the flight training provider identified by the candidate.

  • Step 5: Upon acknowledgement of the candidate's request for flight training by the flight training provider, the candidate will be notified by AFSP and directed to pay the $130 USD processing fee.

  • Step 6: The candidate and flight training provider will be notified of a preliminary decision on the training request.  The flight training candidate must complete a training request for each course or instance of training he/she wishes to attend, even if the training is with the same flight training provider.

  • Step 7: If the preliminary decision is favorable, the candidate will be provided with instructions on how to submit fingerprints.  An approval email will be sent to both candidate and training provider.  Category 3 students may commence training after fingerprints have sent off by traceable means to the TSA by Palm Beach Flight Training. Fingerprints must be submitted and TSA clearance must be received before you can begin flight training.

    When filling out the TSA registration online please use these codes.  
    • 1). Course ID = 001
    • 2). Aircraft Category = 3
    • 3). Student ID = You may create your own student ID number.



STEP 2 - CHOOSING A TRAINING COURSE

We offer a variety of options for the international flight student. Please explore the options listed below:

Private Pilot Courses - Single & Multi Requirements
  • 40 hours flight time
  • 20 hours dual which include:
    • 3 hour x-country
    • 3 hours night which include One x-country flight over 100 NM, 10 Take Offs and Landings to full stops
    • 3 hours instrument
    • 3 hours test preparation within 60 days of test
    • 10 hours solo
    • 5 hours solo cross country
    • One solo cross country flight 150 N M full stop, three point one being a least 50 N M three Take Offs & Landings with full stops at airport with operating control tower.


Instrument Courses - IFR (Instrument Rating (Airplane) Requirements)
  • 50 hours x-country (P.I.C) at least 10 hours in airplanes
  • 40 of actual or simulated instrument time, to include:
    • 15 hours dual
    • 3 hours instrument Test Prep Written
    • 1 IFR cross country of at least 250nm. with 3 different approaches.


  Commercial Pilot Courses - Single & Multi Requirements
  • 250 hours of flight time
  • 100 hours in powered aircraft, at least 50 in airplane
  • 100 hours (P.I.C.) which include:
    • 50 hours in airplanes
    • 50 hours in x-country at least 10 hours in airplanes ?20 hours of training which include:
    • 10 hours instrument training  - at least 5 hours in single-engine or multiengine
    • 10 hours complex
    • 1 x-country 2 hours day VFR of more than 100 N M
    • 1 x-country 2 hours night VFR more than 100 N M
    • 3 hours test preparation within 60 days of flight test
    • 10 hours solo
    • One x-country not less than 300 N M, one leg at least 250 N M from departure point
    • 5 hours night VFR 10 Take Off & Landing at airport with operating control tower



STEP 3 - INFORMATION ON REQUIREMENTS
  • Age
    • FAA Regulations require an applicant for a pilots license be at least 17 years of age to hold a Private Pilot Certificate, at least 18 years of age for the Commercial and Instructor Certificates, and at least 23 years of age for the Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
  • Health
    • All applicants must pass an aviation medical examination before training starts. Applicants training for a Private Pilot Certificate only, will need an FAA 3rd class Medical. Applicants enrolling in the Commercial Pilot course or any of the Professional Pilot courses will need an FAA 1st class medical. If there is any doubt as to your ability to pass an FAA medical exam we recommend that you visit your local doctor for a general physical examination prior to making any committment to enroll.
  • Education
    • All applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. FAA Regulations require that an applicant be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language. International students for whom English is not their native language are required to provide documentation as to their English language proficiency.
  • Student Visa
    • International students must be in possession of an M-1 student visa at the time of entry into the US. We are authorized by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enroll international students under the M1 visa program. This program provides a flexible time frame to complete your training. We are required to obtain certain information about the student including the ability to pay for training and living expenses before we can issue a completed visa application form called the "I-20". This form must be included in the package of documents required by US Embassy's to process the visa and must also be presented together with your passport and visa stamp to an Immigration Officer on arrival in the United States.
  • Deposit Requirements
    • We request a deposit prior to reserving a start date for your training or aircraft rental. Deposits can be made either by bank wire transfer, check (cheque) or credit card.


STEPS 4 AND 5 - HOUSING AND RATES

Please contact our office for details on housing availability and training rates.

  
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