Nowadays, to seek for a flying academy in Malaysia has never been so convenience as yet, since more and more flying schools are taking root in Malaysia and providing quality flight training programs, therefore, basically there is no reason to cease one’s ambition from being a  professional pilot by saying that fail to look for a well-equipped flying academy with experienced trainers, excellent learning syllabuses and a pleasurable study atmosphere.

Thus, for the rest of this article, we would like to introduce 8 flying academies that are approved by the DCA and are strategically scattered in Malaysia, which all are providing first class trainings for future pilots.

• HM Aerospace Sdn. Bhd. (HMA)
• Malaysian Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (MFA)
• KL International Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (KLIFA)
• Asia Pacific Flight Training Sdn. Bhd. (APFT)
• Integrated Aviation Academy Sdn. Bhd. (IAA)
• KIST Aviation Academy Sdn. Bhd. (KISTAA)
• Austral Academy Sdn. Bhd. (AASB)
• Gulf Golden International Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (GGIFA)

HM Aerospace Sdn. Bhd. (HMA)

How HMA talks about itself, “HM Aerospace Sdn Bhd (HMA) is Malaysia’s Premier Flight Training Academy providing world-class training and facilities for cadet pilots. As a member of the Halim Mazmin Group, HMA has the capacity to train a minimum of 200 cadet pilots per year at our Langkawi facilities. HM Aerospace with its proven track record has been selected by CAE, the Global Leader in Flight Simulation as a founding Member of the CAE Global Academy. Whilst operating under the CAE Global Academy brand name, HMA will be able to tap into CAE’s existing global training network enabling us to provide our students with a more efficient and high quality pilot training designed to improve their opportunity for a career as an aviation pilot. HMA is also Malaysia Airlines’ (MAS) choice as one of the training centre for its cadet pilots.”

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Malaysian Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (MFA)

How MFA talks about itself, “The Malaysian Flying Academy (MFA) is the Malaysian pioneer in professional flight training that was established in 1982 and has been in continuous operation since 1987. MFA envisions its primary role in the education and training of professional pilots for major world airlines and other regular public air transport operators. MFA aims to fully prepare its cadet pilots for a flying career in the commercial aviation industry. A commercial pilot course graduate from MFA will be a professional pilot equipped with the level of aviation knowledge and accompanying aeronautical skill and ratings ready to be inducted into major world airlines’ narrow body fleet.”

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KL International Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (KLIFA)

How KLIFA talks about itself, “Having been awarded the Certificate of Approval from Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia on November 12, 2007, KL International Flying Academy is embarking on its plans to established itself as the “Premier Flying Academy”. The operating base for KLIFA is located at the Sultan Ismail International Airport, Senai, Johore. The environment for training is such that it makes Sultan Ismail International Airport, Senai, Johore an ideal location for flying training. With mission statement such as, to develop a new generation of aviation pilots for the Malaysian And International Air Transport Industry, to provide a high standard of flying training to aspiring cadet pilots who will be trained by former flying instructors from the Royal Malaysian Air Force and former airline pilots and to provide an excellent “finishing school” for cadet pilots and future leaders.”

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Asia Pacific Flight Training Sdn. Bhd. (APFT)

How APFT talks about itself, “Asia Pacific Flight Training Sdn Bhd opened its academy of flight training, Asia Pacific Flight Training (APFT), to specialize in airline pilot courses for commercial airlines at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, Pengkalan Chepa, Kota Bharu Kelantan. APFT is fully accredited by the Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia as an advanced tertiary training institution. Internationally recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), APFT has been selected by Malaysia Airlines and other major airlines as an approved organization for flight training of their cadet pilots. At APFT training cadets are exposed to an aviation environment where airline domestic operations occur daily. Sultan Ismail Petra Airport operates a first-class airfield, equipped with Radar, Instrument Landing System and other approach aids.”

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Integrated Aviation Academy (IAA)

How IT&S talks about itself, “Integrated Aviation Academy (IAA) commenced operations officially in May 2004 and quickly grew to become the school of choice for government  & private organizations and many aspiring pilots in Malaysia and around the region. Integrated Aviation Academy is aware that a quality environment towards a sound aviation qualification has a lot to do with the facilities and people around you. Our personnel, from the ground up, ensure that all our trainees enjoy a setting that is similar to that of a full-fledged aviation port, giving them the exposure they need to fast-track their learning curve into their aviation careers upon completion. Learning, therefore, will not just take place within classrooms but will be extended throughout their stay with the academy. The Academy employs highly skilled and experienced professionals to guide and impart their vast knowledge and experiences  in aviation to the trainees throughout the course. Our training is approved and accredited by the Department of Civil Aviation, Malaysia (DCA) and Ministry of Defence Malaysia (MINDEF).”

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KIST Aviation Academy Sdn. Bhd. (KISTAA)

How KISTAA talks about itself, “Kist Aviation Academy (KISTAA) has joined to complement the other Flying Training Schools in Malaysia and hopefully addressed the issue of the shortage and the ever rising need of training sufficient pilots both in country and worldwide. The statement by International Air Transport Association (IATA) is very real in that the supply of pilots in respect of aircraft deliveries would not be able to meet the demand worldwide, and we believe Malaysia can do a part of this remedial contribution. All KISTAA courses are geared fully towards the required standards as set out by DCA as well as the Joint Aviation Authority (JAA) of the European Aviation Safety Agency- (EASA). The prospective candidates will start the course first with orientation to teamwork, leadership and group decision making module, and also effective communication. Other than the required theory subjects taught, crew resource management (CRM), aviation safety management and survival modules will also be introduced somewhere in the middle and towards the end of the course. KISTAA aims to fully prepare its cadet pilots as a well disciplined personality for a flying career in the commercial aviation industry with a high competent level of aviation knowledge and the accompanying aviation skill and ratings.”

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Austral Academy Sdn. Bhd. (AASB)

How AASB talks about itself, “AASB-airline pilot training centre is located in the touristic town of Sandakan in North Borneo (the state of Sabah), Malaysia which is approximately 2:45 hours direct flight from Kuala Lumpur. It is prepared to be the forefront in airline pilot training and its has strong ties with the aviation industry and its nationally accredited curriculum complies fully with all requirements of the Malaysian Department of Civil Aviation (MDCA) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). AASB-airline pilot training centre is a one-stop trainer and educator. All examinations including local and UK CAA or UK JAA-FCL theory papers, flight tests and flight simulator tests are carried-out at the academy. The Training Centre comprises of full-scale campus facilities which include accommodation/meals, offices, cafeteria, surau, lecture rooms, resources room, briefing rooms and crew rooms, library, extensive carpeted examination halls, operations room, flight planning room, computer-based training room, pilot shop,  aircraft simulator rooms, etc giving students an all-encompassing environment.”

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Gulf Golden International Flying Academy Sdn. Bhd. (GGIFA)

How GGIFA talks about itself, “If ever you want to pursue your dream of being a pilot or to make it as a career or take to the sky as a recreation, you should not hesitate as all. Either as a recreational pleasure or a career it is very rewarding, and many of those who have taken these activities never looked back. They have become pilots in airlines, general aviation or take their weekend flights free like a bird. We offer you integrated training programs that will help you get your professional pilot licenses to pursue your career. GGIFA International College of Aviation Bintulu Sarawak East Malaysia (on the northern shore of the Borneo Island) is a premier aviation training college catering both to Malaysian students and overseas cadet pilots. It currently has more than 150 students and has been given a certificate of Approval (COA) by the Malaysian Department of Civil Aviation.”

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reference: www.dca.gov.my