Learn to Fly California Style

FLYING THROUGH THE AIRSPACE SURROUNDING LAX
IS AN EXHILARATING EXPERIENCE FOR NEW PILOTS.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA -- If you want to become a top-notch pilot, choosing the Aviatour California location is a no-brainer.

For starters, the Los Angeles International Airport is a short 10-minute flight from Aviatour's base in Long Beach. It serves 62 million passengers each year, making it the 6th busiest airport in the world. As they say, "if you can fly in Los Angeles, you can fly anywhere!"

Aviatour operates a world-class facility in Long Beach, equipped with late-model glass cockpit aircraft and FAA certified Gold Seal instructors. It is an FAA approved Part 141 school and recently received SEVIS certification to accept international students.

Full-time students can expect to finish their first 200 hours in 6-8 months. The standard package includes private and commercial certificates with instrument and multi-engine ratings.

Each batch begins on the third Monday of each month and are limited to 10 students per batch. To enroll, please return the application form to us via email along with a copy of your passport and proof of funds.

Garmin G1000 Training

Now Offered in All Aviatour Locations

As part of our commitment to provide world-class training, all three of our facilities now have G1000 equipped Cessna aircraft. The G1000 replaces most conventional flight instruments and avionics.

Email us for more information!

Where are they now?

Our alumni now work for a variety of airlines and organizations. Here's a partial list:

• Cebu Pacific (PHILIPPINES)
• Philippine Airlines (PHILIPPINES)
• Air Philippines (PHILIPPINES)
• Zest Air (PHILIPPINES)
• Ariana Afghan Airlines (AFGHANISTAN)
• Jet Airways (INDIA)
• Lion Air (INDONESIA)
• Garuda (INDONESIA)
• Batavia Air (INDONESIA)
• Air Asia (INDONESIA)
• Pacific Royale (INDONESIA)
  
• Cathay Pacific (HONG KONG)
• Egypt Air (EGYPT)
• Agni Air (NEPAL)
• Kabo Air (NIGERIA)
• National Air Charter (INDONESIA)
• Indian Coast Guard (INDIA)
• India Bulls Air Charter (INDIA)
• Air India (INDIA)

TOP 10 REASONS 

Why Cebu is Best
for Flight Training 

1. INFRASTRUCTURE: Lots of training airports, no congestion! Base is 2nd-largest in the country. Operate next to B747, Airbus 340 and other large aircraft. Towered airports allow proficiency in communicating with air traffic controllers.
   
   
2. WEATHER: Located outside the monsoon belt; typhoons not a major issue. No winters, so flying is open year-round.
   
   
3. TERRAIN: Gain valuable experience flying over diverse terrain such as mountains, oceans, lakes and flatlands. Each destination airport provides a unique experience to students.
    
4. LANGUAGE: Sharpen your English-speaking skills; primary language used in daily life.
   
   
5. COST OF LIVING: Ranked as one of the cheapest places to live in the world.
   
   
6. SAFETY & SECURITY: Known as a safe city, particularly for foreigners.
   
   
7. CULTURE & DIVERSITY: The oldest city in the country; rich in history and tradition. All races, backgrounds and religions are welcome.
   
   
8. VISA: Getting a visa is very easy, unlike in the United States and other countries.
   
   
9. PARADISE: Escape the bustling city in half an hour or take a day trip to nearby islands.
   
   
10. FUN FACTOR: Boredom is NOT an option! Lots of extra-curricular activities to choose from.

2012 BATCH START DATES

Jan. 16 (FULL), Feb. 20 (FULL), Mar. 19 (OPEN), Apr. 16, May 21, Jun. 18, Jul. 16, Aug. 20, Sep. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19.

APPLICATION FORM

2012 Application Form

CPL PACKAGES
California Package
Texas Package
Cebu Package

Who We Are

AVIATOUR is an international flight school operating in California, Texas and the Philippines. Our elite program has produced close to 400 commercial pilots -- with alumni now working in 20 airlines.

CEBU, PHILIPPINES

Established in 2003, Aviatour Cebu is the Philippines' #1 flight school and serves students from 30 countries.

LONG BEACH, CA 

Aviatour California Flight Center has been in business since 2003. It has late-model aircraft in its fleet and is staffed by FAA Gold Seal instructors. It is a Part 141 school and SEVIS approved to accept international students.

LANCASTER, TX

Aviatour Lancaster, established in 2006, is also a Part 141 flight school and SEVIS approved to accept international students.