Top 10 Flight Schools in India (With Fees, Reviews & Fleet)
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Choosing the right flying school is the most important step toward your career as a pilot in India. This guide highlights the top 10 DGCA-approved flying schools, their estimated fees, student reviews, and the aircraft you will typically fly during training.
✈️ 1. Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA)
Location: Amethi, Uttar Pradesh
Estimated Fees: ₹45–50 lakh
Fleet: ~19 aircraft – Diamond DA40, Zlin Z242L, Trinidad TB20
Student Review: Known for excellent training quality, discipline, and well-maintained aircraft. “The training is extremely professional, and the instructors are highly experienced. You get exposure to advanced aircraft systems and strong discipline.”
✈️ 2. Chimes Aviation Academy
Location: Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Estimated Fees: ₹45–50 lakh
Fleet: ~15 aircraft – Cessna 172R, DA42
Student Review: Good fleet availability, structured syllabus, and supportive learning environment. “Accommodation is decent, and flying slots are consistent.”
✈️ 3. CAE Gondia (NFTI)
Location: Gondia, Maharashtra
Estimated Fees: ₹60–70 lakh
Fleet: ~29 aircraft – Diamond DA40, DA42
Student Review: One of the most professional schools. “You train like an airline cadet from day one. Excellent instructors, high placement rates, but the fees are on the higher side.”
✈️ 4. Redbird Aviation
Location: Gurugram, Madurai, Belagavi
Estimated Fees: ₹45–50 lakh
Fleet: ~34 aircraft – Cessna 172S G1000
Student Review: Very professional setup, modern aircraft, efficient flying schedule. “If you want to finish faster, Redbird is a great choice.”
✈️ 5. Madhya Pradesh Flying Club
Location: Indore and Bhopal
Estimated Fees: ₹35–40 lakh
Fleet: ~8 aircraft – Cessna 152, Cessna 172
Student Review: Budget-friendly, good instructors. “You may experience some delays due to maintenance.”
✈️ 6. Carver Aviation
Location: Baramati, Maharashtra
Estimated Fees: ₹40–45 lakh
Fleet: ~12 aircraft – Cessna 152, Cessna 172, Piper Seneca
Student Review: Well managed flying schedule and supportive staff. “You don’t waste time waiting for slots.”
✈️ 7. Ahmedabad Aviation & Aeronautics Ltd.
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Estimated Fees: ₹38–42 lakh
Fleet: ~9 aircraft – Cessna 152, Cessna 172
Student Review: Good fleet availability and efficient scheduling. “Course duration is predictable if you are consistent.”
✈️ 8. Government Flying Training School, Jakkur
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Estimated Fees: ₹25–30 lakh
Fleet: ~7 aircraft – Cessna 152, Cessna 172
Student Review: Very economical. “Seats are limited, and course duration can be longer.”
✈️ 9. AP Aviation Academy
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Estimated Fees: ₹40–45 lakh
Fleet: ~9 aircraft – Cessna 152, Cessna 172
Student Review: Friendly environment and steady flying hours. “The staff is approachable and helpful.”
✈️ 10. Fly By Wire Aviation
Location: New Delhi
Estimated Fees: ₹40–50 lakh
Fleet: ~6 aircraft – Cessna 172
Student Review: Professional instructors and focused ground school. “Plan your slots well to avoid delays.”