New Zealand Diploma in Aviation - Airline Preparation

This qualification would ideally suit those students who wish to pursue a career as an Airline pilot.

The components of this qualification include CPL theory and flight training, IR theory, Single or Multi Engine Instrument Rating with GPS & VOR endorsements, Basic Gas Turbine Theory, as well as ATPL Theory and an Airline Integration Course (MCC).

This qualification consists of 180 hours total time including 59 hours of Cessna 152 flight time, 88 hours of Cessna 172 flight time, 3 hours basic IF simulator ground time, 10 hours of IF simulator ground time and 20 hours of Multi Engine flight time.

• 35 hours of directed learning per week
• Complete in 88 weeks
• NZQA accredited, Level 6, 298 credit

General Overview

Nelson Aviation College (NAC) is a premier flight training institution located in Motueka, New Zealand. Established in 1978, NAC has built a reputation for excellence in aviation training.

Our college is led by Giles and Katrina Witney, who serve as the CEO and Finance Manager respectively. They are supported by a dedicated management team comprising:

General Manager - Operations: Marcus Day

Chief Flying Instructor (CFI): Brad Keay

Training & Development/ Safety Manager: Jackie Day

Together with a three-person administration team, NAC boasts twelve full-time instructors, ensuring comprehensive and personalised training for each student.

Our Instructing Team

• A- Category Flight Examiners: 3
• B- Category Instructors: 8
• C- Category Instructors: 6

Our highly qualified instructors bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the training programmes, contributing to our consistently high pass rates and sterling reputation.

Our reputation has developed because the College is dedicated to the goal of seeing our students succeed as professional pilots.

The pass rates achieved reflect the high standards set by Nelson Aviation College.

We believe that our personalised approach assists trainees to attain both a high standard of flying skill and a professional attitude towards the aviation environment. Our emphasis on flight safety has never been more important. With thorough effective training, students will gain complete safety awareness as they develop their skills and knowledge.