AFIR Patter at Chimes Aviation Academy

Join Chimes Aviation Academy as an AFIR (Patter) Trainee — and Start Your Journey to Becoming a Flight Instructor.

If you're a CPL holder looking for an exciting first step in your aviation career, this is your opportunity to turn flying skills into a professional teaching role. At Chimes Aviation Academy — India's leading FTO — we are offering a select and elite group of CPL holders the chance to undergo AFIR (Patter) flying, with a guaranteed job offer as an Assistant Flying Instructor (AFI) upon successful completion.

This pathway is designed for passionate aviators who want to build flight time, gain instructional experience, and develop a long-term career in aviation training. As part of Chimes, you'll be working with modern training aircraft, structured instructional programs, and a culture built on safety, discipline, and professional excellence.

If you're ready to take the next leap — not just to fly, but to teach, mentor, and shape the next generation of pilots — this is where your journey begins.

Why Choose This Pathway?

✔ Guaranteed AFI appointment after completing the AFIR patter training and regulatory evaluation

✔ Gain experience essential for long-term instructor, airline, or multi-crew aviation roles

✔ Build flying hours faster while earning and progressing in the instructional hierarchy

✔ Join a culture grounded in professionalism, continuous improvement, and aviation excellence

✔ Get the opportunity to progress to the IndiGo Flight Instructor Program (FIP) - for the elite performers only

Program Investment & Service Commitment

Training Fee: Rs. 9 Lakhs + applicable taxes (cost of AFIR check flights extra)

Service Commitment: 2-year bond post successful onboarding as AFI

Progression Path: AFIR → AFI → FI (based on operational requirements & performance)

Requirements

• Valid CPL (Commercial Pilot License)
• All recency requirements fulfilled
• Endorsed on the Cessna C-172 or Piper Archer DX

Benefits

Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate to prior experience and skills. Performance Linked incentives are also applicable.