AVI50222 – Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence Aeroplane)
AVI50222 - Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence Aeroplane)
Our Diploma program is delivered full time over 40 weeks (average) and has 29 units of competency. The tuition fee for the Diploma program is $97,500.00 AUD. This includes:
- teaching you all the building blocks of flying
- aviation theory and practical flying
- a Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) upon successful completion
After you’ve completed your Diploma course, Inbound Aviation has an industry recognised follow up program to take you to the next level. Our Airline Ready Program (ARP) is a 5 month intensive course managed as a separate enrolment after the Diploma program is completed.
During this program you will gain your:
- AVI50519 Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating)
- AVI60219 Advance Diploma of Aviation (Pilot in Command)
- Multi-Crew Coordination Certificate
From here you may be selected to continue into either a Sharp Airlines cadetship or FlyPelican cadetship.
Our Airline Ready Program (ARP) and cadetship training paths have a separate fee from the Diploma. For more information on the PPP go to cadetships.
Duration
40 Weeks Full TimeTuition Fee
$97,500VSL Cover
VSL ApprovedWant to discuss this diploma? We can talk you through everything including payment options such as VET Student Loan (VSL) and Handypay or payment plans.
Inbound Aviation is approved by the Commonwealth Government as a VET Student Loans provider.
Please note that a VSL will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements and a VSL gives rise to a HELP debt which continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.
For more information on VSL, Go to VET Student Loans.
Career Outcomes
At Inbound Aviation, we don’t just graduate pilots; we launch careers. While a CPL is your ‘license to learn,’ our course is specifically designed to bridge the gap between flight school and the airlines.
Where our graduates fly:
- Direct Airline Entry: Through our exclusive partnerships with FlyPelican and Sharp Airlines, successful graduates can transition into a 12-month guaranteed flying job-a rare fast-track to the right seat of a regional airliner.
- General Aviation (GA): Master the skills needed for remote charter, scenic tours in the Top End, or essential FIFO operations across Australia.
- Flight Instruction: Use your CPL as a foundation to become an instructor, shaping the next generation while building valuable Pilot-In-Command (PIC) hours.
- Specialised Roles: From aerial firefighting and agricultural ops to emergency medical transfers, your AVI50222 qualification is the global gold standard.”
Course Details
This qualification:
- reflects the roles of flight crew personnel performing normal and emergency commercial pilot duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations.
- covers flight crew duties, including applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to a wide range of air transport operations, including passenger, charter and cargo operations
- enables individuals working at this level to apply knowledge and skills that demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in known or changing contexts and within broad but established parameters.
- forms some of the requirements for certification as a commercial pilot by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Flight crew licensing.
Successful completion of this diploma may lead to working as:
- Commercial aeroplane pilot
- Military aeroplane pilot
People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.
Why Choose Inbound Aviation?
1. Airline-Ready Standards from Day One Our leadership team consists of active major airline captains and safety specialists. We don’t just teach you the maneuvers; we teach you the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and CRM (Crew Resource Management) used by the world’s leading airlines.
2. The ‘Fast-Track’ Advantage We are one of the only flight schools in Australia offering a structured pathway that can take you from zero experience to a First Officer position in as little as 13 months. Our syllabus is optimized for efficiency without compromising on the depth of your education.
3. A Family Dynamic, Not a Factory You aren’t just a tail number here. Our ‘open door’ culture means you have direct access to mentors, instructors, and management. We provide the personal support and professional mentoring required to navigate the high-pressure environment of flight training.
4. Modern Fleet & Prime Airspace Train in our meticulously maintained fleet across Melbourne and Mangalore. Experience the perfect mix of busy controlled airspace and regional flight environments, ensuring you are a versatile pilot capable of landing anywhere.”