Chimes Aviation Academy - [CAA]

Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), established in 2008, is a privately owned ISO 9001:2008-certified DGCA-approved Flying Training Organisation located at Dhana Airstrip in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. Affiliated with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is also an authorized partner for the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program. Chimes Aviation Academy is esteemed for its focused training for pilots, providing CPL, PPL, and IR/ME programs.

The main program is the CPL, which spans approximately 15 to 18 months and has a total fee of INR 37.75 lakh. Another significant offering is the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program, which is priced at roughly INR 95 lakh. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 17 years old and have completed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics.

Admissions are generally merit-based, while the IndiGo Cadet route requires clearing the ADAPT test and interview rounds. Apart from CPL the academy also offers programs like Private Pilot License (PPL), Multi-Engine Rating and Instrument