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Above & Beyond:
Your Career In The
Cockpit Starts Here.

Building professional pilots since 2004. Sapphire International Aviation Academy provides world-class training designed for the future of global aviation.

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Heritage & Vision

About Sapphire International

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Who We Are

Established in 2004, Sapphire International Aviation Academy was founded to meet the growing global demand for highly trained aviation professionals.

Based in the Philippines, SIAA attracts aspiring pilots from India, Indonesia, Nepal, UAE, Qatar, and beyond.

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The Future Of Aviation

The industry is navigating one of its most critical periods. Long-term forecasts state that the global commercial aviation ecosystem will require hundreds of thousands of new pilots.

STRUCTURAL DEFICIT PREDICTED: 17,000+ PILOTS BY 2030s
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Our Aircraft

The Fleet

READY FOR TAKEOFF: 5+ ACTIVE TRAINING ASSETS
Cessna 152 training aircraft at the SIAA flying base 3 Units

Cessna 152

The reliable backbone of basic flight training, perfect for initial maneuvers and landing practice.

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Cessna 172 training aircraft at the SIAA flying base 1 Unit

Cessna 172

The world's most popular flight training aircraft, used for cross-country and instrument training.

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Piper Seneca PA-34 aircraft 1 Unit

Piper Seneca PA-34

Used for advanced Multi-Engine endorsements and professional transition phases.

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Academic Roadmap

Program Highlights

A comprehensive 11-month journey from ground zero to a commercial pilot with multi-engine and instrument ratings.

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1st Month: Foundation
  • Class 2 / NBI Medical Certificate
  • SSP & SPL
  • Start of PPL Ground Training
2
2nd Month: Ground School
  • Completion of PPL Ground Training & Exams
  • Start of PPL Flight Training
  • ELP & NTC Exams
3
3rd Month: Accreditation
  • Issuance of NTC & ELP Certificates
  • Completion of PPL Flight Training
  • CAAP PPL Examination
  • CAAP PPL Check Ride
4
4th Month: PPL Completion
  • CAAP PPL Check Ride Completion
  • Start of CPL Ground Training
  • Issuance of PPL License
5
5th Month: CPL Phase
  • Completion of CPL Ground Training & Exams
  • Start of CPL Flight Training
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6th Month: Medical & Exams
  • Class 1 Medical
  • CAAP CPL Examinations
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7th Month: IR Ground
  • IR Ground Training & Exams
  • Completion of CPL Flight Training
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8th Month: Licensing
  • CAAP CPL Check Ride
  • Issuance of CPL License
  • Start of IR Simulator Training
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9th Month: Instrument Rating
  • Start of IR Flight Training
  • Start of Multi-Engine Ground Training
  • CAAP IR Examination
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10th Month: Advanced
  • Completion of IR Flight Training
  • CAAP Multi-Engine Exams
  • Completion of ME Simulator Training
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11th Month: Graduation
  • Start of Multi-Engine Flight Training
  • CAAP IR & ME Check Ride
  • Issuance of IR & ME Endorsements
Campus Environment

Modern Amenities

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Training Kit

  • ✓Aviation Headset
  • ✓Pilot's Logbook
  • ✓SIAA Flight Bag
  • ✓Uniform & Wings
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Academics

  • ✓Smart Classrooms
  • ✓Briefing Rooms
  • ✓Simulation Center
  • ✓Aviation Library
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Residence

  • ✓Shared Lodging
  • ✓Daily Full Meals
  • ✓High-speed Wi-Fi
  • ✓Study Lounges
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Support

  • ✓Airport Shuttles
  • ✓Visa Assistance
  • ✓Student Portal
  • ✓Career Support
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