FWA
FWA
FWA TRAINING
In summary (click on a heading to find out more)
- Preparation for the international diploma "my First Wings in Aviation" (FWA)
- Eligible for FWA flights ( After the theory ...)
- Exercises and mock exams to prepare yourself
- Format adaptable to your needs!
- Unique and motivating hybrid training
- 10 complete modules (In real life it's okay!)
- A unique experience in your life
- Training & Examinations in the form of MCQs
- Integration into the aviation community and its prospects
- NO PRE-REQUISITES NECESSARY! join us now!
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In a few words...
The " FWA" training is the first step to discover the world of aviation in an accurate, relevant and up to date way and to enhance your knowledge with 1 aeronautical diploma:
- « my First Wings in Aviation » is a diploma issued by Ambassadair. It has an international scope as it is offered by Ambassadair pilots throughout Europe.
- Le « Brevet d’Initiation Aéronautique » it is a French national diploma issued by the French Education System. It will be included in your school file like the "brevet des collèges" or the "baccalauréat". The BIA examination takes place in FRANCE
This complet training is taught by Ambassadair's passionate and educational pilots within the FWA training.
In a few words...
What FWA stands for?
The " FWA" training is the first step to discover the world of aviation in an accurate, relevant and up to date way and to enhance your knowledge with 1 aeronautical diploma:
- « my First Wings in Aviation » or FWA is a diploma issued by Ambassadair. It has an international scope as it is offered by Ambassadair pilots all over the world. Indeed,this diploma is a real asset because it is taught 100% in English, the language of aeronautics
- Le « Brevet d’Initiation Aéronautique » or BIA is a French national diploma issued by the French Education Nationale. Please note that the BIA exam is only held in metropolitan France. You are therefore not concerned by this diploma.
This complet training is taught by Ambassadair's passionate and educational pilots within the FWA training.
FWA Training Tools - EN
APPLY
as a crew-
Learning sessions in your school
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Practical & fun application
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Experimentation with colleagues
FOCUS
with aviators-
Formación adicional en línea
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With pilots from all over the world
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Interactivity with pilots
LEARN
in autonomy-
Learning platform
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Interactive videos
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Educational MCQs
2 hours per week for one year
The FWA training is conducted by Ambassadair. It includes approximately 70 hours of training October to May in a hybrid way, with aviation professionals (civilian and military pilots, instructors, engineers, etc.). This exceptional training enables the students' general knowledge, to enhance their Curriculum Vitae and open the doors to the world of aviation...
70 hours of lessons over 10 modules
The FWA training is conducted by AmbassadairIt includes 70 hours of training from October to May in a hybrid way, with aviation professionals (civilian and military pilots, instructors, engineers, etc.). This exceptional training enables the students' general knowledge, to enhance their Curriculum Vitae and open the doors to the world of aviation...
10
modules
- 000 - Introduction
- 020 - Aircraft studies
- 001 - History of Aeronautics and Space
- 080 - Flight Mechanics
- 050 - Meteorology
- 060 - Navigation, Regulations & Safety
- 030 - Flight preparation
- 040 - Human Factor
- 090 - Communication
- 100 - Conclusion
All courses are also available online in the student Member Area.
NOTE: The numbers in front of the modules correspond to the official name of ATPL courses worldwide.
A unique experience in your life
The FWA is an excellent way to discover the aviation world and all the jobs related to it, in order to better decide on your academic orientation. The FWA is open to all ! : scientifiques et littéraires, filles et garçons !
For students who already have a career plan for aviation, it provides them with solid knowledge and puts them in contact with aviation professionals. For undecided students, it enriches their general knowledge, enhances their CV and opens their eyes to careers they may not have thought of.
The FWA can reveal a passion!
It is also a unique opportunity to fly an aircraft and to discover the sensations of flying. (See the flights section)
The FWA is an excellent way to discover the aviation world and all the jobs related to it, in order to better decide on your academic orientation. The FWA is open to all ! The program is designed for students of all ages: scientists and literary scholars, girls and boys! For students who already have a career plan in aviation, it provides them with solid knowledge and puts them in contact with aviation professionals. For students who are undecided, it enriches their general knowledge, enhances their CV and opens their eyes to careers they might not have thought of. The FWA can reveal a passion!
It is also a unique opportunity to fly an aircraft and discover the sensations of flying. We insist... This is not a first flight but a real initiationflight which will put the student in front of the reality, in full safety.
Objectives
- To provide students with the theoretical knowledge to obtain the FWA
- Enrich their CV by acquiring an international diploma
- To discover the piloting of an airplane
- Use aviation to understand concepts studied in traditional courses
- Learning and empowering students through aviation safety
- Raising awareness of tomorrow's aviation
- Promote general aviation and the aviation professions
- Promote contacts with aviation professionals
"The knowledge, skills and attitudes acquired by students through the FWA training enable students to better understand traditional academic subjects.
FWA Flights
Students who wish to do so can complete a 3-hour FWA flight including 60 minutes at the controls. The objective of these flights is to put into practice the knowledge acquired during the theoretical courses.
These flights are preceded by a briefing, during which the students prepare their flight with the help of an instructor (meteorology, regulations, navigation, calculations...). The flights are organized over a whole day (from 9 am to 6 pm approximately). It is important to note that flights are not guaranteed as they depend largely on the meteorological conditions of the day.
These FWA flights are conducted in a strict regulatory framework They are the subject
of an agreement between your school and a local partner aeroclub.
Every year there is a competition for the best flight video editing. There are many prizes to win for the most deserving!
Video made by the students
Flights
Students who wish to do so can complete a 3-hour FWA flight including 60 minutes at the controls. The objective of these flights is to put into practice the knowledge acquired during the theoretical courses.
These flights are preceded by a briefing, during which the students prepare their flight with the help of an instructor (meteorology, regulations, navigation, calculations...). The flights are organized over a whole day (from 9 am to 6 pm approximately). It is important to note that flights are not guaranteed as they depend largely on the meteorological conditions of the day.
These FWA flights are conducted in a strict regulatory framework that are the subject of an agreement between your school and a Flight Center. You'll be registred as real pilot and the the students will receive a bonus for the flight.
Every year, there are many prizes to win for the most deserving!
Exams
Examen FWA (Ambassadair)
- 3 hours
- MCQ exam
- 10/20 minimum
- 7 mandatory modules
- + Communication & Human Factor
BIA Exam (French Students)
- 3 hours
- MCQ exam
- 50/100 minimum
- 5 modules obligatoires + modules anglais BONUS
- Anglais (BONUS) : Chaque point au dessus de 10/20 est ajouté au total
Don't worry, Ambassadair is organising two mock exams to prepare for the real exams!
The FWA Exam
The FWA Exam take place in May of the training year.
FWA Exam (Free option)
- Ambassadair diploma
- 3 hours
- MCQ exam (1pt per question)
- 10/20 minimum
- 6 required modules
- 100% English exam
97%
success rate with
Ambassadair
60%
success rate with
(French Education System)
L’examen BIA – Brevet d’Initiation Aéronautique
- French diploma
- 3 hours
- MCQ Exam (1 pt per question)
- 50/100 minimum
- 5 mandatory modules + 1 optional (Communication)
- Anglais (BONUS) : Chaque point au dessus de 10/20 est ajouté au total
Don't worry, Ambassadair is organising two mock exams to prepare for the real exams!
Aero community and its perspectives
Aeronautics is a flourishing sector that offers professional and personal perspectives extraordinary. The FWA is the 1rst available training which offers you the possibility to discover flight as a pilot at the controls. It's an asset for future recruiters or for entry into university's. This proves your intellectual curiosity and your ability to take elective training. Whatever your future professional orientation, it is a unique experience that will probably never represent.
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Take a complete 50-hour classroom training course at your FWA training center.
The little extra? Your 100% customized Member Area!
In other words? Replay of courses, presentations, online training, revision booklets ... And much more!
A training composed of two intensive face-to-face courses accompanied by a regular rhythm in ONLINE format.
What is ONLINE? It means one LIVE session per week with a qualified instructor but also access to replays, online training and much more on your 100% customized Member Area.
The Half Time FWA training includes 1 Online class per week with a qualified instructor, as well as one face-to-face class per month.
The little extra? All your lessons in replay, training MCQs on your 100% customized Member Area.
Take advantage of the entire FWA training from your home!
Take LIVE classes once a week with a qualified instructor. Take advantage of the expertise of a professional to ask all your questions. The little extra? All the courses in replay and MCQs on your customized Member Area.
We offer 7 face-to-face courses during the year, 7 mornings of 3 hours with lunch included to discuss directly with an aviation professional.
The rest of the year, you will be accompanied by weekly lives without forgetting the access to the courses in replay, the online trainings but also ... The FWA flights!
As well as many surprises...
University? IUT? School ?
We adapt ourselves to offer you a qualitative training while adapting to your busy schedule. All the FWA training, in only 40 hours, in face-to-face in your establishment.
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