Nigeria - Country Requirements
Are you an aspiring pilot or technician from Nigeria?
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 Nigeria, this is an opportunity to train for a career as a pilot in a program shaped by nearly a century of aviation expertise.
Pilots
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.
Nigerian CAA Pilot Conversion Process:
Once Nigerian students complete their FAA pilot training, they will need to officially convert their licenses to meet the requirements of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority.
At Spartan College:
- Minimum 150 flight hours
- 70 hours PIC
- 20 hours cross country, of which 1 must be 300nm or greater with two landing
- 10 hours Dual instrument training
- 5 hours night with 5 take-off and landing
Once back in Nigeria, contact the CAA to finalize the conversion.
List of Nigerian Airlines:
- Air Peace
- Allied Air
- Arik Air
- Dana Air
- Dornier Aviation Nigeria
- Max Air
- Overland Airways
Technicians
FAA Program Acceptance: Partially accepted. Validation requires exams or training under NCAA guidelines.
Requirements:
- Completion of an NCAA-approved training program.
- Relevant work experience in aircraft maintenance.
- Passing NCAA-administered exams.
- Proficiency in English.
Interested in becoming a Spartan International Student?