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Layang Layang Flying Academy

Pilot Training Programmes

Aeroplane, helicopter and upset recovery pathways, delivered from Sultan Azlan Shah Airport in Ipoh.

PROGRAMME DIRECTORY

Choose the programme that fits your goal.

Every pathway is confirmed by LLFA Admissions after an eligibility review. Indicative durations only.
Layang Layang Flying Academy cadet holding a model of a training aircraft
Commercial Pilot Licence with Instrument Rating

Commercial Pilot Licence with Instrument Rating

Our flagship aeroplane pathway. Includes Airline Transport Pilot Licence theoretical knowledge, professional ground school, simulator, single-engine, multi-engine and upset recovery training.

LLFA Cessna 172 9M-WEE in the hangar
Private Pilot Licence — Aeroplane

Private Pilot Licence — Aeroplane

The foundation single-engine licence, covering aircraft familiarisation, handling, circuits, landing practice and visual flight rules (VFR) navigation.

LLFA Cessna 172 9M-DON on the runway at Sultan Azlan Shah Airport
Aeroplane Abridged or Conversion

Aeroplane Abridged or Conversion

An individually assessed pathway for existing licence holders converting to a Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia licence.

LLFA Robinson R44 helicopter in flight
Private Pilot Licence — Helicopter

Private Pilot Licence — Helicopter

Rotary-wing foundation training for private helicopter operations.

LLFA crew preparing an Airbus AS355 helicopter before a training flight
Commercial Pilot Licence — Helicopter

Commercial Pilot Licence — Helicopter

Commercial rotary-wing training, developing the handling, navigation and command skills required for professional operations.

GameBird GB1 flying inverted during upset recovery training
Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training

Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training

Recognition, prevention and recovery training delivered using the Cessna 172 and GameBird GB1.

Not sure which programme fits your goal?

TRAINING PROGRESSION

Aircraft and simulator roles.

Platform allocation follows the approved syllabus, training phase and operational requirements.
LLFA Cessna 172 9M-WEE side view in the hangar
Glass cockpit of an LLFA training aircraft showing the primary and multi-function displays
FURTHER PATHWAYS

Specialist and conversion programmes.

Assessed individually against your existing licences, hours and records.

Commercial Pilot Licence with Instrument Rating and Frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence — Helicopter

The professional rotary-wing pathway, combining commercial helicopter training with instrument procedures and Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Helicopter) theory.

Frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Helicopter)

Helicopter Abridged or Conversion

For licence holders converting to a Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia helicopter licence, assessed on your verified experience.

Individually assessed

Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Train-the-Trainer

Upset prevention and recovery training for qualified instructors who will deliver UPRT within their own organisations.

Instructor course

Talk to admissions

Ready to discuss your training route?

Tell us your current qualifications and flying goal. The admissions team will explain the suitable pathway, entry requirements and next available intake.

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Education financing

Plan the funding for your pilot training.

Education financing options are available through RHB Bank and AFFIN Bank for eligible applicants. Approval, eligibility and financing terms are determined by the respective provider.

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