The Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) is designed for licensed flight instructors who wish to renew their qualifications and maintain their instructional proficiency. This program reinforces the essential knowledge, teaching techniques, and operational skills required to continue providing effective and safety-focused flight instruction.
The course includes ground school sessions covering updates in regulations, instructional methodologies, training standards, and best practices in aviation education. Instructors will also undergo refresher flight training to review core maneuvers, instructional demonstrations, and safety procedures under the guidance of experienced examiner-instructors.
Upon completion, graduates will meet the requirements for the renewal of their DGCA Flight Instructor License, enabling them to continue delivering certified flight instruction and supporting the development of future pilots. The program typically runs for approximately one (1) month, depending on instructor scheduling and regulatory processing.
The training phases of the FIRC are as follows:
| Phase | Durations | |
| Ground | Flight Training | |
| Flight Instructor Refresher Course | 19,5 hours | – |
Note: Training duration may vary depending on DGCA document processing, and trainee progress/performance.
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Application Form
- Class 1 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 valid Flight Instructor License
- 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 becoming a Flight Instructor.
Here is what you can expect during your Flight Instructor 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 an honorable flight instructor.
