F1 Visa for International Flight Training Students
The F1 visa allows students from around the world to study full time in the United States at accredited primary, secondary or post-secondary academic institutions. The F1 is a non-immigrant visa, meaning it is intended for temporary visitors who do not intend to become permanent residents.
However, F1 recipients are usually eligible for 12 months of practical training (employment authorization or permission to work) during and after completing their studies. Students who take advantage of this training or other similar opportunities may in essence use F1 visas as the first step in their journeys toward permanent residence.
F1 Visa Requirements
To be eligible for an F1 visa, foreign students must possess all of the following:
- An offer of study from an approved educational institution in America
- Intent to travel to America for the purpose of enrollment in a full course of study (as certified by the academic institution in postgraduate or postdoctoral level study or at least 12 semester hours on the university level or equivalent)
- A valid passport
- Ability to prove they have sufficient funds to pay for tuition and costs for the duration of the program, although in certain circumstances the student may be given permission to work
- Fluency in English or enrolled in an immersion course or other course that will lead to proficiency
- Intent to return to their country of abode after expiration of the visa
Although the F1 Student Visa for the USA does not have an insurance requirement as part of the visa regulations, most F1 students who are studying in the USA will have to meet certain levels of coverage as set out by their school. To learn what requirements schools impose on international students please contact flight training school of your choosing for more information.
Once you know what your school requires in terms of insurance coverage, you can purchase your insurance plan right online through our website. The most popular and applicable plan for students on an F1 Visa is the Student Secure Health Insurance Plan. The Student Secure provides monthly international student health insurance coverage with benefits that will meet most schools requirements.
F1 Visa & Professional Pilot Program
The F-1 visa program is designed for the international student who wishes not only to receive the FAA certificates and ratings, but also to stay on as a flight instructor to build flight time towards the ATP (Airline Transportation Pilot) Certificate. The F-1 Visa Program is valid up to 24 calendar months. For further information please consult the International Students section of our website under Visa Information for additional insurance requirements.
Aviator’s Professional Pilot Program is formatted to provide the training that the airline industry is demanding for their future commercial pilots. Participation in one of our Professional Pilot Programs will be one of the most intensive and challenging flight and study programs offered in aviation training today.
During your flight training you will fly a total of 259 flight hours, of which 200 hours will be in a multi-engine aircraft. All ground school and six months of housing are included in the cost of the Professional Pilot Program with instructor ratings. You will receive a minimum of 523 instructional hours. This program, due to the nature of the education provided is divided into two segments: Ground Training & Flight Training. The ground school portion is a structured classroom environment. During the flight training portion no FTDs (Simulators) are used for flight time requirements. The school’s new 37,000 sq. ft. flight training facilities are open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. Provisions are made to access the aircraft for flight training 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week. After your flight training you will have the opportunity as a flight instructor to build your flight time.
We require two weeks notice prior to your arrival. A deposit of $ 1,000.00 must accompany the enrollment form. This deposit will be refunded at the completion of your 24 month program.
