India's Aspiring Pilots: Your global career starts here. Win scholarships worth upto ₹𝟯𝟱–𝟱𝟯 𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗵 ($40,000–$60,000). 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄!

India's Aspiring Pilots: Your global career starts here. Win scholarships worth upto ₹𝟯𝟱–𝟱𝟯 𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗵 ($40,000–$60,000). 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄!

India's Aspiring Pilots: Your global career starts here. Win scholarships upto ₹𝟯𝟱–𝟱𝟯 𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗵 ($40k–$60k). 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄!

Our Flight Training Programs

FAA 141 Certified • SEVIS Approved • DGCA Aligned • Aeronautical University Credit Pathway

Program Overview

At World Wide Wings, we provide more than just a license; We deliver a full aviation career pathway — from training to employment. We are a premier, FAR Part 141-certified and SEVIS-approved flight school specializing in integrated pathways that lead to a globally competitive aviation career.

Our world-class, FAA-certified and DGCA Approved Programs are built on the highest U.S. aviation safety standards. Whether you seek a standalone license or a comprehensive university degree, we provide an Assured Career Pathway to the global cockpit.

Pilot Programs Pathway

Learn & Earn (Degree Pathway)

Duration: 3–6 years | FAA + Aeronautical University Degree | OPT Eligible

Most Popular

FAA Modular
Pathway

Step-by-step licensing (PPL → IR → CPL → CFI → CFII)

DGCA License
Conversion

FAA to DGCA for Indian career pathways

Aeronautical University Association

Get College Credit for Your Cockpit Time

Upto 45 Credits = $22,500 Saved

Our Learn & Earn program creates a credit pathway to Aeronautical University, the world’s leading aviation and aerospace university, to offer an unparalleled educational experience.

This association allows you to earn a prestigious Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics (BSA) alongside your FAA flight certifications. By completing your flight ratings, Aeronautical University may award you up to 45 academic credits, saving you significant tuition costs (up to ~$22,500) and shortening your degree timeline.

Our Fleet & Technology

You will train in a modern, sustainable aviation ecosystem. Our fleet is maintained to the highest standards at our in-house FAR 145 maintenance shop (Jetstream Aero).

Our San Bernardino hub is a complete aviation environment featuring MRO hangars, fueling services, and active cargo operations, giving you exposure to the entire industry from day one.

Learn and Earn program

B.S. Aeronautics + FAA Licenses + up to 36‑Month work opportunity

Phase 1

PPL+IR+CPL( SE, ME )

Foundation training and solo flight milestones.

Phase 2

CFI + Flying Internship

Certification & PPL Flight instructor.

Phase 3

CFII + Flying Internship

Instrumentation Rating and CPL Flight Instructor

PPL → IR → CPL → CFI → CFII

Outcome

Achieve 1, 500+ flight hours by Year 3, complete Aeronautics STEM degree & become eligible for 3Y OPT in the US

*OPT authorization is granted by USCIS and not guaranteed
Partnership language must reflect actual agreement.

PPL – Private Pilot License | IR – Instrument Rating | CPL – Commercial Pilot License
SE – Single Engine | ME – Multi-Engine | CFI – Certified Flight Instructor
CFII – Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument | ATP – Airline Transport Eligibility

Transparent Costs & ROI

Timeframe
You Achieve Milestones
Status
Flying Hours
Ground Hours
Your Spend / Cost*
Earn / Credit (up to)
Year 1
Aeronautical University Credits, PPL, IR, CPL
Student
225-250H
80H
$95,000
Merit Scholarship: $15,000
Year 2
Aeronautical University Credits, CFI
Student + Intern Instructor
250-300H
250H
$30,000
Internship Credit: $15,000
Year 3
Aeronautical University Degree, CFII
Student + Intern Instructor
250-300H
250H
$22,500
Internship Credit: $22,500
End of Year 3
Aeronautical University Graduate, CPL, CFII
Ready for 3Y OPT in US
750-850H
580H
$147,500
Merit/ Intern Credits: $52,500
Years 4–6 (OPT)
Industry Flying Experience
3Y Work Permit → Employed Pilot
1500 - 1800H
720H
Living Cost: $42,500
OPT Earning : $195,000
Timeframe
You Achieve Milestones
Status
Flying Hours
Ground Hours
Your Spend / Cost*
Earn / Credit (up to)
Year 1
Aeronautical University Credits, PPL, IR, CPL
Student
225-250H
80H
$95,000
Merit Scholarship: $15,000
Year 2
Aeronautical University Credits, CFI
Student + Intern Instructor
250-300H
250H
$30,000
Internship Credit: $15,000
Year 3
Aeronautical University Degree, CFII
Student + Intern Instructor
250-300H
250H
$22,500
Internship Credit: $22,500
End of Year 3
Aeronautical University Graduate, CPL, CFII
Ready for 3Y OPT in US
750-850H
580H
$147,500
Merit/ Intern Credits: $52,500
Years 4–6 (OPT)
Industry Flying Experience
3Y Work Permit → Employed Pilot
1500 - 1800H
720H
Living Cost: $42,500
OPT Earning : $195,000
* You Spend includes Aeronautical University Tution Fees, specified flying certifications and accommodation
BSA - Bachlour of science in Aeronotics
Hours are Indicative Estimates

Why Choose ‘Learn & Earn’ Program ?

For Students & Parents

BS Aeronautics + Pilot at Optimal Cost

STEM Degree from Aeronautical University+ FAA Licenses for ~$60K – $80K

Earn While You Learn

Flight Instructor Internship → 3-Year OPT Pilot Pathway ( US )

Significant Earning and Saving Potential

Full-time OPT ( Yrs 4–6 ): Yearly: $50K–$75K; Total: $150K–$210K

World-Class Training Environment

Train in San Bernardino CA / Miami FL with DGCA certified aircraft, expert faculty and ideal flying weather

2Y 10M

Degree Duration

1:6

Student Faculty Ratio

3 Years *

OPT Authorization

$195K

3-Year Earnings

2Y 10M

Degree Duration

$195K

3-Year Earnings

1:6

Student Faculty Ratio

3 Years *

OPT Authorization

FAA Modular Pathway

Step-by-step licensing (PPL → IR → CPL → CFI → CFII)

Private Pilot License (PPL)

Your first step into the skies. This is the foundation stage for all future flying.
You will master core flight skills, VFR navigation, and all safety protocols.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

30 H

Dual (with instructor)

12 H

Solo (as pilot)

3 H

Simulator

30 H

Ground School

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Be at least 17 years of age.
  • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

Estimated Cost: $19,480

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Instrument Rating (IR)

Your next milestone: mastering IFR flight for professional reliability.
You will learn to fly by reference to your cockpit instruments, allowing you to operate safely in IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) conditions.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

20 H

Dual (with instructor)

54 H

Solo (as pilot)

15 H

Simulator

30 H

Ground School

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Private Pilot License (PPL)

Estimated Cost: $25,260

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Commercial Pilot License (CPL)

The professional license that allows you to be paid to fly. This training refines your skills to professional standards and includes both
Single-Engine (SE) and Multi-Engine (ME) add-on ratings.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

20 H

CPL-SE (Dual)

32 H

CPL-SE (Solo)

10 H

CPL-ME Add-On (Dual)

20 H

Simulator (SE+ME)

20 H

Ground School (SE+ME)

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid PPL and Instrument Rating

Estimated Cost:

  • SE: $18,750
  • ME Add-On: $6,500

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

This stage turns your training into income — teaching while you build flight experience.

Syllabus & Hours:

  • This program focuses on mastering the fundamentals of instructing, both on the ground and in the air.
  • As an intern instructor, you will work to accrue upto 300 flight hours.

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with an Instrument Rating

Estimated Cost:

This certification is the gateway to your paid internship, designed to offset training costs and provide
income as part of our integrated degree program.

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII)

This advanced rating enhances your qualifications and earning potential.
It certifies you to teach the Instrument Rating (IR) curriculum to other pilots

Syllabus & Hours:

  • You will continue your Flying Internship while completing this certification.
  • This is the final phase that allows you to achieve upto 300 flight hours by graduation, making you eligible for your 3-Year OPT.

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) license

Estimated Cost:

This rating increases your value and earning potential during your internshipandprepares you for a high-hour career post-graduation

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Private Pilot License (PPL)

Your first step into the skies. This is the foundation stage for all future flying.
You will master core flight skills, VFR navigation, and all safety protocols.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

30 H

Dual (with instructor)

12 H

Solo (as pilot)

3 H

Simulator

30 H

Ground School

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Be at least 17 years of age.
  • Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

Estimated Cost: $19,480

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Instrument Rating (IR)

Your next milestone: mastering IFR flight for professional reliability.
You will learn to fly by reference to your cockpit instruments, allowing you to operate safely in IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) conditions.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

20 H

Dual (with instructor)

54 H

Solo (as pilot)

15 H

Simulator

30 H

Ground School

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Private Pilot License (PPL)

Estimated Cost: $25,260

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Commercial Pilot License (CPL)

The professional license that allows you to be paid to fly. This training refines your skills to professional standards and includes both
Single-Engine (SE) and Multi-Engine (ME) add-on ratings.

Syllabus & Hours: This FAR Part 141 program (in Hours) includes

20 H

CPL-SE (Dual)

32 H

CPL-SE (Solo)

10 H

CPL-ME Add-On (Dual)

20 H

Simulator (SE+ME)

20 H

Ground School (SE+ME)

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid PPL and Instrument Rating

Estimated Cost:

  • SE: $18,750
  • ME Add-On: $6,500

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

This stage turns your training into income — teaching while you build flight experience.

Syllabus & Hours:

  • This program focuses on mastering the fundamentals of instructing, both on the ground and in the air.
  • As an intern instructor, you will work to accrue upto 300 flight hours.

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with an Instrument Rating

Estimated Cost:

This certification is the gateway to your paid internship, designed to offset training costs and provide
income as part of our integrated degree program.

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII)

This advanced rating enhances your qualifications and earning potential.
It certifies you to teach the Instrument Rating (IR) curriculum to other pilots

Syllabus & Hours:

  • You will continue your Flying Internship while completing this certification.
  • This is the final phase that allows you to achieve upto 300 flight hours by graduation, making you eligible for your 3-Year OPT.

Requirements & Eligibility:

  • Must hold a valid Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) license

Estimated Cost:

This rating increases your value and earning potential during your internshipandprepares you for a high-hour career post-graduation

*Click Here to view the full details of the journey weekwise and cost breakup

CPL-FAA Modular Program (Standalone)

Become a professional pilot in just 9–11 months. This accelerated, SEVIS-approved standalone program focuses exclusively on earning your globally recognized FAA-CPL.

Syllabus & Hours

This is a comprehensive, full-time program that takes you from zero to a professional pilot, covering PPL, IR, CPL-SE, and CPL-ME

  • Total Dual: 80 hours
  • Total Solo: 100 hours
  • Total Simulator: 38 hours
  • Total Ground: 100 hours

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Standard PPL requirements to begin.
  • Full-time commitment.

Estimated Cost

  • $69,990

Global Compliant CPL (DGCA)

Global Compliant CPL
(DGCA)

Designed specifically for Indian students, this smart pathway provides world-class FAA training fully compliant for a smooth DGCA license conversion.

Syllabus & Hours

This curriculum covers all requirements for PPL, IR, CPL-SE, and CPL-ME, meeting both FAA and DGCA standards

  • Total Dual: 80 hours
  • Total Solo: 100 hours
  • Total Simulator: 38 hours
  • Total Ground: 100 hours

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Standard PPL requirements to begin.
  • Designed for students intending to fly professionally in India.

Estimated Cost

  • $69,990

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