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INTRODUCTION
Horizon was established in 2002 with the express purpose of offering flight training for military and civilian customers within the Middle East. Operations began in September 2003 after the Abu Dhabi government owned Mubadala Development Company (MDC), with the support of the UAE Offsets Group (UOG), set up the flight academy in Al Ain. The Academy has generated a great amount of interest among the local and regional military and civilian sectors. Admitting both local and international students, the cadet pilots at Horizon have included trainees from the UAE Armed Forces, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Nigeria, Cyprus as well as Etihad Airways. Horizon has the edge over other flight training academies as it offers both helicopter and aeroplane pilot training programs that include PPL, CPL, ATPL and Flight Instructor Rating. Horizons syllabus is based on the JAA FCL curriculum with the issue of relevant licenses by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) after successful completion of the course. Advanced flying training courses are also offered.
UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Approved Flight Training Organisation Approved Type Rating Training Organisation Approved Maintenance Organisation Quality assurance Horizon is certified for ISO 9001:2008 Horizon International Flight Academy is proud to be a member of the Royal Aeronautical Society
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ACADEMY
Al Ain
Set within the boundary of the Al Ain International Airport and using a purpose built flight training facility, Horizon has set the benchmark for pilot training in the Middle East. Birthplace of the Ruler of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Al Ain is Abu Dhabis second city and home to some of the UAEs major universities. The Academy is set amidst a sea of rolling red sand dunes, 23 KM from downtown Al Ain which, with its broad avenues, palm groves and rich heritage of ancient adobe forts and other traditional buildings, providies the perfect setting to learn how to fly.
Selection Process
Whilst offering high standards of quality training courses, the Horizon selection process is inclusive of, but not limited to, psychometric and personality tests, trial flying lessons and interviews to help in minimising attrition rates and subsequent costs to individuals and organisations.
Ras Al Khaimah Umm Al Quwain Ajman Sharjah Dubai
Faculty
The staff, a diverse team of multinational instructors originating from the UAE, South Africa, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, New Zealand, Australia, Pakistan and Jordan, are amongst the most qualified in the region. Horizon guarantees individual attention during all the phases of training by maintaining an enviable instructor-to-student ratio of nearly 1:4, or better.
Facilities
With its strategic location at the Al Ain International Airport, Horizon boasts world class pilot training facilities. Covering an area of over 3,000 square meters, the Academys main block houses the administration offices as well as the helicopter division. The Academys flight training facilities are co-located within the Horizon campus area and the dispersal consists of nine helipads, while the aeroplane division is located at the fixed wing hangar. Weather conditions in Al Ain are perfect for learning to fly with few days lost due to bad conditions. The helicopter training program has the additional benefit of presenting many opportunities for limited power scenarios, mountain flying, and desert training conditions.
QATAR
Fujairah
Course Delivery
Ground training is delivered by classroom lectures and practical demonstration, conforming to the learning objectives of JAR FCL. Classroom delivery includes the use of electronic whiteboard, PowerPoint projection and models.
Helicopter Courses
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Horizon is the only civilian flight training organisation in the region offering Helicopter Pilot Training for PPL, CPL and Flight Instructor Rating Programs. Horizon is looking to provide tailor made military programs for military customers.
Training
Horizon is the first flight academy in the Middle East to train students to a European Joint Aviation Authority (JAA) standard curriculum in helicopter and aeroplane training programs. Whether conducting standard or tailor made courses, Horizon is ideally suited to deliver quality pilot training in a truly focused aviation environment. Combining the knowledge and expertise of our instructors, Horizon offers safe, skilled and quality flight instruction to prepare individuals for pilot licenses issued by the GCAA. Over the last eight years Horizon has logged over 70,000 incident-free flying hours.
Simulator
To supplement the helicopter flight training, advanced simulators are also available. The state-of-the-art simulators have high resolution visual and audio systems, adding to the realism of the virtual flying experience.
Training Manuals
Training manuals are used as the basis for student courseware. Where appropriate, the manuals are supplemented by additional training material in the form of handouts and CBT. To reinforce the learning objectives, Horizon provides access for CBT to all students. This can be accessed from the Academys state of the art computer lab during or after classes. A remote learning program will also be set up with all training material made available online in the near future.
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sq. m floor space
Covering an area of over 3,000 square meters, the Academys main block houses the administration offices as well as the helicopter division.
Graduate Requirements
To graduate, a student needs to achieve a minimum of 75% in each subject. GCAA examinations are administered internally. In addition, the student must pass a final flight test. Combining the knowledge and expertise of our instructors, we offer safe, skilled and quality flight instruction to prepare you for Pilot Licenses issued by the GCAA . In its eighth year of operations, the Academy has so far graduated over 400 pilots and flight instructors from the UAE as well as Bahrain, Qatar , Saudi Arabia amongst others. Graduates from Horizon have moved on to pilot some of todays most sophisticated aircraft.
Maintenance
The Academy has an in-house maintenance facility for both helicopters and aeroplanes. The facility is an Approved Maintenance Organisation by the UAE GCAA. Licensed engineers and technicians maintain the fleet and ensure minimum downtime for aircraft. Horizon has also been chosen by Cessna to be an Authorized Service Centre and provides third party maintenance services.
Field Trips
Informative field trips to organisations such as Air Traffic Control Centres, airlines operations and aviation maintenance organisations are part of the training, and are designed to further students understanding of ground subjects and flight training.
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OUR COURSES
Theoretical Knowledge: Self study (285 hours) Flying Training: 45 hours (Minimum) Duration of the Course: 12 weeks (Minimum) Additional if required: Night qualification (5 hours flying training)
Entry Requirements
GCAA Class 2 Medical Certificate Minimum 17 years of age (18 years at the time of license issue) Sound background in Mathematics and a Science related subject Proficiency in English is expected
Entry Requirements
Minimum 18 years of age High School Grade 12 or equivalent and demonstrate a good understanding of Mathematics and Physics Meet the UAE GCAA Class One medical standard Proficiency in English is expected - an ICAO Aviation English Level 3 (certificate from a UAE GCAA approved centre) before commencing the course. Before license application a student must be at ICAO level 4
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Entry Requirements
GCAA Class 2 Medical Certificate Minimum 17 years of age (18 years at the time of license issue) Sound background in Mathematics and a Science related subject Proficiency in English is expected
Entry Requirements
Minimum 18 years of age High School Grade 12 or equivalent and demonstrate a good understanding of Mathematics and Physics Meet the UAE GCAA Class One medical standard Proficiency in English is expected - an ICAO Aviation English Level 3 before commencing the course Before license application a student must be at ICAO level 4
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Entry Requirements
A QMP who has been on active or non-active flying within the past 12 months GCAA Class 1 Medical Certificate Have successfully completed a course in military/police ground and flying training and been awarded wings by the Armed Forces Meet the GCAA Class One medical standard Proficiency in English is expected - an ICAO Aviation English Level 3 (certificate from a UAE GCAA approved centre) before commencing the course before license application a student must be at ICAO level 4 Possess a minimum of 500 total flying hours, of which the flying experience recorded during military/police flying training must fulfill the following; 100 flying hours must be pilot in command hours 20 flying hours must be cross country under instruction 10 flying hours must be instrument under instruction or for Instrument rating, 40 flying hours of instrument under instruction 5 flying hours at night A military/police pilot will only be eligible for an ATPL if he has more than 500 flight hours on multi-crew transport aircraft A military pilot shall be required to meet the aeronautical experience requirements of the license for which they are applying. The experience shall meet the specific hours required by category (e.g. instrument, night, cross country etc.)
Entry Requirements
A QMP who has been on active or non-active flying within the past 12 months GCAA Class 1 Medical Certificate Have successfully completed a course in military/police ground and flying training and been awarded wings by the Armed Forces Meet the GCAA Class One medical standard Proficiency in English Possess a minimum of 500 total flying hours, of which the flying experience recorded during military/police flying training must fulfill the following; 100 flying hours must be pilot in command hours 20 flying hours must be cross-country under instruction 10 flying hours must be instrument under instruction or for Instrument rating, 40 flying hours of instrument under instruction 5 flying hours at night A military/police pilot will only be eligible for an ATPL if he has more than 500 flight hours on multi-crew transport aircraft A military pilot shall be required to meet the aeronautical experience requirements of the license for which they are applying. The experience shall meet the specific hours required by category (e.g. instrument, night, cross country etc.)
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SERVICES
Course mentor
The course mentor program gives individualised attention to all students enrolled at the Academy. Course Mentors are chosen from the faculty and provide professional, as well as personal, counseling during the entire training period.
How to apply
For further details on course schedules, fees and financial assistance, please visit our website at www.horizonuae.ae or contact our Marketing Department at 800 5355. Interested individuals can register online.
Customer feedback
The student training reports during the ground and flying phase are available in real time on our website, providing individuals or sponsors with controlled access to their records.
Contact us
P.O. Box 59059, Al Ain, UAE Tel: +971 3 7855550 Fax: +971 3 7855599 info@horizonacademy.ae www.horizonacademy.ae
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