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How to Become a Pilot in Saudi Arabia

GACA · Arabic/English

PPL Cost

$10,000 - $16,000 USD

Full ATPL Investment

$60,000 - $100,000 USD

Overview

Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan includes massive aviation expansion with new airlines, airports, and training infrastructure. The kingdom aims to triple annual passengers by 2030.

Pilot Demand

Extremely High — new airlines launching, existing carriers expanding

Top Training Cities

RiyadhJeddahDammam

Major Airlines

SaudiaflynasRiyadh Air (launching)

What Makes Saudi Arabia Unique

Tax-free salary

Massive aviation investment (Vision 2030)

New airline Riyadh Air launching

Modern training facilities

Step-by-Step Path in Saudi Arabia

1

Get a medical certificate from a GACA-approved examiner

2

Choose a GACA-approved flight school in Riyadh

3

Complete Private Pilot License (PPL) training

4

Add Instrument Rating (IR) for weather flying capability

5

Complete Commercial Pilot License (CPL) training

6

Build flight hours through instructing or commercial operations

7

Pass ATPL theory exams (13 subjects for EASA/DGAC)

8

Apply to Saudia and complete type rating

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