Requirements For Aviation Courses In Kenya

What is Aviation? Aviation is the the flying or operating of aircraft.

In this article Dashboardlogins tries to answer the question by publishing the requirements needed to become a pilot in Kenya

Below are the Requirements For Aviation Courses In Kenya

1. Moi University

Moi University is perhaps the best known among the universities that offer aviation courses in Kenya.

Their Aerospace school was established back in September 2009 and has been offering degree courses in both Aviation and various Space sciences.

To ensure that the training is topnotch, the school collaborates with other reputable aviation training institutions in the region and worldwide.

These includes:

EASA- East African School of Aviation
Oklahoma State University –USA
Shenyang Aerospace University-China.

Aviation courses in Moi University – aviation courses and requirements

Degree programmes

Bsc. (Bachelor of Science) in Aerospace sciences

For this course, you have three specialization options:

1. Aviation security

This equips you with knowledge in areas such as Aviation Security (and laws), safety, detecting crime, and the basics of forensic science.

Plus, you will develop practical skills that are applied in a variety of aerospace security fields.

2. Aerospace logistics

Here you acquire knowledge in fields such as aviation marketing, safety, purchasing, and management/administration.

That said, a lot of emphasis is given to practical skills that are in demand when it comes to aerospace logistics.

3. Professional pilot

Under this option, you’re equipped with adequate knowledge(and skills) to enable you to build a great career as a professional pilot.

The course will help you acquire the prestigious Private Pilot License(PPL) as well as the Commercial Pilot License(CPL) from KCAA(Kenya Civil Aviation authority).

Bear in mind that Moi University is one of the leading universities offering piloting courses in Kenya and their professional piloting courses is widely recognized.

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade- C+(Plus) or its equivalent.

You must also have a C (Plus) in the following subjects:

Mathematics
Physics
English
Geography/Chemistry.

In addition, you must meet all the KCAA Medical Certificate(2nd Class) requirements (for Pilot Licenses).

Bachelor of Civil Aviation Management

This course can open doors for you to well-paying jobs such as airport manager, airline manager or even air commerce expert.

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade- C+ (Plus) or its equivalent. You must also have a C+ (Plus) in the following subjects: Mathematics, English Language, and one Business Related subject. OR
Diploma in Aviation Studies from an institution validated by the CUE (Commission for University Education). You should have a credit (at least) OR
Any professional certificate (in Aviation Studies) recognized by the CUE

To learn more, visit Moi University School of Aerospace studies here.

Nairobi university aviation courses

The only aviation course at the University of Nairobi is Aviation Meteorology- it is offered at the Post-graduate Diploma and Msc.(Master of Science) levels.

Needless to say, meteorological information plays a super important role when it comes to air navigation and safety (and efficiency) of nearly all civil aviation operations depends on it.

Aviation courses in Kenyatta University

Kenyatta University has been offering an Aerospace Engineering degree too but it seems to have stopped. The course had been started in 2014 but it seems to have stopped along the way.

There were no other aviation courses in Kenyatta University at the time of writing this article.

Colleges offering aviation courses in Kenya

If you did not get the minimum requirements for aviation course in Kenya at the degree level, you can start with a college diploma.

Alternatively, there are good specialized training programmes in aviation that can help you kickstart your career in various aviation-related fields.

Here is the thing: it is important to check that the college you choose to attend is licensed by the KCAA before enrolling- you don’t want to waste your time and money studying for worthless papers.

To help you make an informed decision, here are the colleges offering aviation courses in Kenya (those authorized by the KCAA) and the aviation courses they are licensed to offer.

East African School of Aviation(EASA)

Courses

FOO- Flight operation officer course
ATC- Air traffic control course
AMEL- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License

College location

Airport North Rd, Embakasi

Contact/website

0722 394443 or 0716 164229/30

Kenya School of Flying

Courses

PPL-Private Pilot License
CPL-Commercial Pilot License
ATPL- Airline Transport Pilot License
MULTI-ENGINE Instrument Rating
IR- Instrument Rating

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact/website

Standards Aviation

Courses

PPL
CPL
ATPL
FIR- Flight Instructor Rating

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact

0706 091811

Flight Training Centre

Courses

PPL
CPL
ATPL
FIR
Helicopter pilot(PPL&CPL)
MULTI-ENGINE Instrument Rating
IR

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact/website

Ninety Nines Flying School

Courses

PPL
CPL
MULTI-ENGINE Instrument Rating
IR
FIR
FOO

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact/website

Proactive Training Services / proactive flying school

Courses

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact/website

Skymax Aviation Limited

Courses

College location

Wilson Airport

Contact/website

Can I do aviation with a D+?

Pre-entry requirements
A mean grade of D+ in the Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCPE) with a C- in English language or its equivalent. The candidate must be both physically and mentally fit to undertake the course.

How long is aviation course in Kenya?

To get a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) in Kenya, you will need an average of 1 to 2 years (in some extreme cases 3 years). Whereas you will need around only 3 to 6 months to obtain a Private Pilot License (PPL).

How much is a pilot paid in Kenya?

The estimated base pay is KES 2,160,001 per year. The estimated additional pay is KES 600,002 per year.