The Commercial Pilot License – Instrument Rating (CPL-IR) Course is designed for students who have completed their Private Pilot License (PPL) and are seeking to advance their aviation training toward a professional pilot career. This integrated program develops the knowledge, flight experience, and decision-making skills required to operate aircraft safely in both visual and instrument flight conditions under commercial standards.
The training combines ground school instruction with extensive flight training, emphasizing advanced aircraft handling, cross-country navigation, crew resource management, emergency procedures, and instrument flight operations. Students will train using a combination of actual aircraft and DGCA-approved simulators to ensure they develop strong technical proficiency and operational discipline for both VFR and IFR environments.
Upon completion, graduates will be eligible for a DGCA-issued CPL with Instrument Rating (IR), providing the qualifications needed to pursue a wide range of aviation career pathways and continue to advanced training such as the Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). The program typically runs for approximately eight (8) months, depending on student performance, weather conditions, and regulatory processing.
The training phases of the CPL-IR are as follows:
| Phase | Duration (8 months) | Equipment | ||
| Ground | Flight | Simulator | ||
| Commercial Pilot License (CPL) | 50 hours | 100 hours | 20 hours | Classroom |
| Instrument Rating (IR) | 50 hours | 24 hours | 16 hours | Cessna 172 / Redbird MCX |
| TOTAL | 100 hours | 124 hours | 36 hours | |
Note: Training duration may vary depending on weather, DGCA document processing, and trainee progress/performance.
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Application Form
- DGCA Class 2 Medical Certificate
- Copy of ID Card / KTP
- Copy of Passport (if any)
- Copy of Family Card (KK)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of Birth Certificate
- Indonesia Police Screening Letter (SKCK)
- Copy of Private Pilot License (PPL)
- Copy of Flight Logbook (last 4 pages)
- Latest ID Photo (Red Background and Wearing White Shirt with Collar & Necktie) : 2pcs 4x6cm, 2pcs 3x4cm, 2pcs 2x3cm
License Issuance Requirements:
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4
Indonesia Security Clearance (from TNI-AU Headquarter) is additional requirements for foreign student applicants.
Ready to take the first step toward your aviation career? At Alpha Aviation Group (AAG) Indonesia, we have streamlined our admission process to ensure we select candidates who are truly prepared for the rigors and rewards of commercial flight training.
Here is what you can expect during your admission journey:
- Admission Fee: Your application process begins with the settlement of the standard admission fee, which formally registers your intent to join our academy.
- Final Interview: The final step before earning your place in the program is a personal interview conducted directly by our Chief Instructor and the Principal or School Administrator in Batam. This is not just an evaluation of your technical readiness, but an opportunity for us to understand your passion, drive, and commitment to a lifelong career in aviation.
Once you successfully navigate these steps, you will be ready to join our next intake and begin your transformation into a world-class pilot.
