Saudi Arabia - Country Requirements

Are you an aspiring pilot or technician from Saudi Arabia?

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has been at the forefront of pilot training since 1928. With a legacy of training over 100,000 pilots and technicians from the United States and more than 40 other countries, our aviation flight program offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. For students from Saudi Arabia, this is an opportunity to train for a career as a pilot in a program shaped by nearly a century of aviation expertise.

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Pilots

Program Details

Aviation Flight, Associate of Applied Science (Degree)

17 Months (*Airplane Pilot Commercial D.O.T. 196.263-014)

This program is designed to provide the necessary education and entry-level skills that will prepare students for FAA certifications and ratings exams.¹

The ground school courses equip students with the academic knowledge to safely and efficiently perform flight duties and also prepare them for their required FAA written examinations. Flight training prepares students for their respective FAA flight exams in accordance with the FAA Airmen Certification Standards.¹

The general education courses are designed to enhance students’ background and intellectual proficiency. Aviation safety, professionalism, and precision flying are emphasized in all courses.

Milestones that may be earned in our program:

Private Pilot Airplane Single-Engine
Instrument Rating
Commercial Pilot Certificate Airplane Single-Engine
Commercial Pilot Certificate Airplane Multi-Engine
Certified Flight Instructor Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument

¹While no college can guarantee employment, many FAA141 program graduates begin by applying for positions such as a Certified Flight Instructor while building flight hours to become eligible for ATP certification and regional pilot positions.

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Country Requirements:

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a high school diploma or equivalency.
Be able to obtain an FAA medical certificate.
Must be proficient in English.
Hold a valid passport with at least 6 months before expiration.
You will need to apply for and receive an M1 visa.
Must be available to be a full-time student 5 days per week.

GACA Saudi Arabian Pilot Conversion Process:

Once Saudi Arabian students complete their FAA pilot training, they will need to follow the below steps to officially convert their licenses to GACA (General Authority of Civil Aviation). In order to initiate the conversion process, students must register on the GACA website and follow the posted instructions for electronically submitting the below document copies: