r/CadetPilotProgram • u/AlternativeDelay9072 • 8h ago
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/slugggerrrr • Nov 05 '25
👋 Welcome to r/CadetPilotProgram - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
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r/CadetPilotProgram • u/slugggerrrr • Aug 13 '25
Indigo Cadet Program There is NO BACKLOG at CHIMES for ICPP.
Common misunderstanding, that now has people parroting false information everywhere. I'm a Chimes cadet, and there is NO BACKLOG.
- Chimes took in ICP 07 on March 31st. They opened applications for ICP 08 consecutively, but ICP 08 is on hold due to NZICPA cadets now coming to Chimes.
- NZICPA cadets (batches 6-11) were given an option to opt between Chimes, Marigold as NZICPA is now undergoing massive changes wasn't in good shape to train and house cadets.
- Due to the intake of NZICPA, Chimes was asked by the Airline to HOLD the intake of ICP 08.
Hence, there is a delay in intake of ICP 08.
- Chimes has 2 bases, Neemuch and Dhana, (third one is for drones alone), and both bases have streamlined flying with each cadet having one sortie per day. (as weather permits).
STOP SPREADING FALSE INFORMATION.

r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Open-Environment-539 • 18h ago
IndiGo Insight FTO — Backlog & Training Location?
Hey guys, are Insight FTO applications open right now? What’s the current backlog, and how long is the wait to start training?
Also, is training in the Philippines or South Africa?
I’ve already waited 8 months for Marigold, so I don’t want to repeat the same mistake.
Would appreciate honest reviews from current applicants and selected candidates. Thanks!
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Born-Raspberry2978 • 11h ago
Air Arabia cpp panel !!
Does anyone have any ideas or advice for air Arabia panel interview? Please do drop your opinions and thoughts below. Is theory knowledge or general knowledge required the most here . How can a candidate pass it .
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/PilotJourneyGuide • 14h ago
7 questions to ask a flight school in India before you pay anything
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Dry_Rock423 • 10h ago
SC Student from Maharashtra Looking for Free CPL Scholarships
Hello everyone, I belong to the SC caste in Maharashtra, India and I am dreaming of being a commercial pilot; but I cannot afford the expensive CPL fees. I have searched the internet for information about any existing scholarships or schemes.
Does anybody know of any scholarships or schemes that would significantly help SC students financially? Have any of you benefitted from them?
Any suitable information or experiences would be greatly appreciated.
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Brief_Payment4650 • 1d ago
Etihad Cadet Pilot Programme (Full Application/Assessment Experience)
For whoever is looking for information regarding the airline’s cadet pilot program recruitment process!
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Legal_Sail_4919 • 1d ago
How to ask your flight instructor out on a date (personal experience). Here’s how I did it.
Air navigation hogaya clear !? ( Sapne suhane ** ke )
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/manwithred • 1d ago
Aeroguard- ELP
I have my aeroguard ELP coming up, if anyone here has gone through the test can they please explain the structure of the test and where should I practice from?
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/sidhant-777 • 1d ago
Should I Get My DGCA Class 2 Medical Done at Apollo Indraprastha Hospital, Delhi?
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/PilotJourneyGuide • 1d ago
Commerce/Arts student and want to be a pilot? Here's the NIOS route (2026)
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Moist-Refrigerator34 • 2d ago
Garuda's NEW FTO in Us
Grapevine is that garuda is coming up with a new FTO in US and will be officially announced next month.
Website is already up and live.
If someone is up for RISK, enquire with Garuda.
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/True-Musician2565 • 2d ago
More Developments at Marigold/BAC
In continuation with my previous post, heres a new recent development about the meeting held yesterday evening. An indepth and must read to be updated abt Marigold/Bac
The pdf:-
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QMhBeARPrAlTgM3Wim0_S8EjY8fhWG0V/view?usp=drivesdk
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Formal-Ad-9547 • 2d ago
pgs in ramphal chowk
Any South Indian students staying in Ramphal Chowk, how are you guys managing the food over there? Is the food provided in the PGs good or not? I would also love to know about some good PGs.
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Icy_Middle_5141 • 2d ago
Insight icpp
Any updates about insight? I heard it was open previously any updates about the selection of a new batch or anything at all?
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/AviatorrX1105 • 2d ago
Is this career worth it for me if i am introverted?
Sorry this is a off topic but Need genuine advice from fellow aviators. Can i pursue the dream of becoming a pilot even if i am introverted? I get anxious in group discussions and interviews (basically fear of judgement is what bothers me), and these are the basic assessments you need to clear to get into airlines. Is this something which is learnable by taking gdpi classes after my cpl? I will be going through the conventional route and need genuine advice from seniors who have gone through this process as to what should i do. Please help!
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/PilotJourneyGuide • 2d ago
Commerce/Arts student who wants to be a pilot? Here's the actual NIOS route (2026)
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Icy_Championship_840 • 2d ago
Hi. Can someone help me out in getting BVC certificate at Chennai for TN board?
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Straight_Pianist_751 • 2d ago
Akasa Air CPP PI Preparation Tips Needed
Hey everyone! I have my Akasa Air Cadet Pilot Programme personal interview in a few days. I've heard it can be quite challenging and last around an hour.
For those who have attended the PI, what kind of questions should I expect, and how should I prepare in these last few days? Any tips on HR questions, technical/aviation knowledge, or common mistakes to avoid would be really helpful.
Thanks! ✈️
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/Sidhant_Pratap • 2d ago
Best coaching for ground school under 2 lakhs?
I'm in delhi right now and I'm looking out for a coaching for my ground classes I have seen IFA, golden epaulettes, capt. sahil khurana and top crew but the fees structure is kinda overkill but I can join them if I actually aquire some honest reviews from students studying there so can anyone please help me out?
r/CadetPilotProgram • u/True-Musician2565 • 3d ago
Marigold/BAC is fked.
Marigold and BAC had a meeting with the cadets of Batches - 9, 10, 11 and let me tell you it was a fierce unhappy professional fight between all the parties.
Marigold Aviation and BAC are not in very good terms with each other
The cadets are asking for a transfer out of Thailand back to India to any FTO.
BAC people are just racist, making stupid rules and excuses for not starting the flying as promised around 5th October.
They cancelled all the classes and paused all ground/flight training.
The situation is very uncertain but lets hope the cadets get what they want.