Advanced Aviation Education Program
Program Outline & Rules and Regulations
The program aims to provide the participants the ground theory training as required by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority for pilot training from initial stage to General Flying Practical Test (GFPT) stage.
The program is open to all officers and cadets who have attained Leading Cadet Badge or above of HKACC. Successful applicants from other youth organisations are likely to be those who have good reference from their superior officers, sound records in community services, and most importantly, good command of English.
Candidates have to complete ALL compulsory modules and ONE optional module.
Compulsory modules:
aerodynamics 6 hours
aircraft general knowledge 6 hours
radio communication 9 hours
navigation 6 hours
meteorology 6 hours
operation, performance and planning 9 hours
flight rules & air laws in Australia 6 hours
Optional modules:
human performance and limitation 3 hours
flight rules & air laws in HK 6 hours
Part-time evening.
Lectures, tutorials and video. The official medium of instruction is English.
Written assessments will be administered in each module in the program.
Candidates who have completed all assessments will be awarded ¡¥Certificates of Achievement¡¦ from HKACC Training Group and the Australian Aviation College. HKACC cadets will have completed all aviation subjects required for the Senior Cadet and Cadet Lanyard classifications.
Graduates can apply for flying scholarship in due course. The scholarship provides 10 ab-initio pilot training hours in Australian Aviation College, Adelaide. Further details will be available from the Training Group.
A course fee of HK$50, HK$100 and HK$200 per module will be charged to HKACC cadet, HKACC adult WO & Officers, and members of affiliated youth organizations respectively. It is used to cover the cost of course materials and teaching aids. The balance will be contributed to the Flying Scholarships Fund. Course fee will not be refundable after the applicants have accepted the offer of a place in the program.
Applicants other than the members of HKACC are required to apply for 1-year associate membership (HK$30) . Associate members can attend other courses organized by HKACC on invitation basis.
Applicant should submit a complete application form, together with a self-addressed envelope and a crossed cheque payable "Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps" to the HKACC HQ General Registry before the closing date. The closing date for AAEP 1998 is on 18 April. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Cheques will be returned to unsuccessful applicants by mail.
Direct admissions are likely to be granted to those applicants who are highly recommended by their superior officers, and/or have achieved outstanding service records. Applicants may be requested to attend a selection interview conducted by the Training Group. Interviews are designed to further assess an applicant's motivation, aptitude and overall suitability for the program.
Participants shall observe the customs and courtesy of HKACC. Disciplinary actions may be taken against the misbehaved.
The HKACC Training Group and the program coordinator reserve all rights to alter, revise and administer all materials and activities in the program without prior notification to and consultation with the participants.
OC Training Group
Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps
Headquarters
Sung Wong Toi Road
Kowloon City
Telephone: 2712 8900
Fax: 2715 6944
Email: aircadet@hkstar.com
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Pilot Training in Australia
HKACC has forged agreements with several flying schools in Australia to provide support and training for those officers and cadets who may pursue flying as a hobby or as a career.
Phase
Theory Exam
Practical Flying**
Attainment / Licence
HKACC's Recognition
One Pre-solo * (1-10 hrs) First solo Observer Badge
Two Pre-area solo* (10-17 hrs) Area solo "
Three BAK* (17-30 hrs) General Flying Progress Test "
Four Private Pilot (30-57 hrs) Private Pilot Licence Pilot Badge
Five Commercial (57-150 hrs) Commercial Pilot Licence "
Further Phases: Instrument Rating, Night VFR Rating, Multi-engine Rating, Flying Instructor Rating, Air Transport Pilot Licence.
(* - syllabus covered in AAEP; ** - by realistic estimation and vary among individual learners.)
The Australian Private Pilot Licence or above is fully recognised by all member countries of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), including United Kingdom, United States and Hong Kong. Conversion to local licences in other ICAO member countries is possible. Many Australian trained pilots are employed in the international airlines, such as Cathay Pacific Airways and Singapore Airline.
Student pilots should expect that the cost of flying vary with individual progress. In average, the cost to obtain a PPL is expected to be A$7,000 ~ A$10,000 in 1997. This is approximately 50% cheaper than that required in Hong Kong. The cost includes study tools, pilot's gear, flying fee and exam fee. Further information is available from the Training Group.
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Glider Pilot Training in Australia
HKACC has reached an agreement with Adelaide Soaring Club, Australia in organising the glider flying training program for HKACC's members at a privileged discount rate.
Phase
Theory
Practical***
Attainment
HKACC's Recognition
One 4 AE * 50 flights First Solo Glider Proficiency Badge
Two 3 AE ** 50 flights 'C' Certificate Glider Pilot Badge
(* AE subjects: aerodynamics, meteorology, general aircraft knowledge & radio communication; ** AE subjects: navigation, flights rules and operations & performance; and courses are provided by the HKACC; *** - by realistic estimation and vary among individual learners.)
The Australian Glider 'C' Certificate is recognised by the Gliding Federation of Australia and other affiliated clubs around the world, including those in United Kingdom and United States.
Student pilots should expect that the cost of flying vary with individual progress. In average, the cost of obtaining a First Solo standard and 'C' certificate are expected to be A$2,000 and A$5,000 respectively. The cost includes study pack, flight fee and accommodation. Further information is available from the Training Group.
Advanced Aviation Education Program 1998
Program Staff & Calendar
Program Advisor: Wg Cdr Len K P LEUNG
Program Co-ordinator: Sqn Ldr Derek W W LEE
Lecturers: Sqn Ldr Albert K C HONG
Sqn Ldr Derek W W LEE
Fg Off Paul M Y MO
Fg Off Wendy C Y LUI
Plt Off Alta Y N CHOI
Program Duty Officer: Fg Off Nelson K S LEE
Cathay Pacific Airways Ground Training School, Concord Road, Kai Tak Airport.
Forty only
April 18 Closing date for
applications for admission
April 20 Announcement of
offers
April 22 Closing date for
offers confirmation
April 24 Commencement of
Program / Group Photo
Aerodynamic I 18:00~21:00
May 1 Aerodynamic II
18:00~21:00
May 8 Aircraft General
Knowledge I 18:00~21:00
May15 Aircraft General
knowledge II 18:00~21:00
May 22 Radio Communication I
18:00~21:00
May 29 Radio Communication II
18:00~21:00
June 5 Radio Communication
III 18:00~21:00
June 12 Navigation I
18:00~21:00
June 19 Navigation II
18:00~21:00
June 26 Term Break
July 3 (Term Exams)
July 10 Meteorology I
18:00~21:00
July 17 Meteorology II
18:00~21:00
July 24 Operation,
Performance & Planning I 18:00~21:00
July 31 Operation,
Performance & Planning II 18:00~21:00
August 7 Australian Flight
Rules & Air Law I 18:00~21:00
August 14 Australian Flight
Rules & Air Law II 18:00~21:00
August 21 Hong Kong Flight
Rules & Air Law 18:00~21:00
August 28 Human Factors
18:00~21:00
Sept 4 Term Break
Sept 11 Term Break
Sept 18 (Final Exams)
Oct 2 Release of exam result
Oct 31 Closing date for
application for Flying Scholarships
Nov/Dec Pilot Training
Program in Australia
Smart casual dress. Uniform is required for photo-taking on April 24.