LOT Polish Airlines Cadet Program Pathway
BAA Training in cooperation with LOT Polish Airlines presents new cadet training program.
One of the most experienced airline counting 90 years of professional activity, historically the first carrier in the region to offer flights to North America, is eager to expand its pool of over 700 world-class pilots with new ambitious professionals.
Selected cadets will complete an Integrated Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) training course at BAA Training and will proceed with type rating course with LOT Polish Airlines. Cadet Program is a great opportunity for individuals with no previous flying experience. The current opportunity not only allows to acquire a Commercial Pilot Licence but also provides you with a letter of undertaking.
Choose a professional career by choosing LOT Polish Airlines Cadet program!
LOT Polish Airlines Cadet Program Pathway
BAA Training in cooperation with LOT Polish Airlines presents new cadet training program.
One of the most experienced airline counting 90 years of professional activity, historically the first carrier in the region to offer flights to North America, is eager to expand its pool of over 700 world-class pilots with new ambitious professionals.
Selected cadets will complete an Integrated Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) training course at BAA Training and will proceed with type rating course with LOT Polish Airlines. Cadet Program is a great opportunity for individuals with no previous flying experience. The current opportunity not only allows to acquire a Commercial Pilot Licence but also provides you with a letter of undertaking.
Choose a professional career by choosing LOT Polish Airlines Cadet program!
About LOT Polish Airlines
LOT Polish Airlines is the leader in Poland and Central and Eastern Europe, the fastest growing airline in Europe, and one of the fastest growing in the world!
The airline connects Central and Eastern Europe with the main destinations in the region, Western Europe and the most important business centers in Asia and North America conducting more than 350 daily flights.
According to the CAPA and FlightGlobal rankings LOT Polish Airlines is the most dynamically developing airline in Europe.
8.9 million passengers carried in 2018
LOT Polish Airline’s fleet includes over 80 aircraft: Bombardier, Embraer, Boeing family
Over 110 destinations worldwide
About LOT Polish Airlines
8.9 million passengers carried in 2018
Over 110 destinations worldwide
LOT Polish Airline’s fleet includes over 80 aircraft: Bombardier, Embraer, Boeing family
Minimum entry requirements
Age
Over 18 years old
Residency
Unrestricted right to live and work in the European Union
Theoretical preparation
Knowledge of Mathematics, Physics, and English is of key importance.
Physical status
Valid EASA 1st Class Medical Certificate
Education
Secondary or higher
Personal competence and aptitude
All candidates must go through special tests and interviews developed by the selection commission of the BAA Training and LOT Polish Airlines for social competence and aptitude assessment
Steps of the preselection process:
1. Contact us
Please fill out the form below in order to get your personal manager at BAA Training who will guide you through the whole preselection process.
2. Initial discussion on terms, conditions and answers to possible Qs
You will be reached by email or phone to discuss your needs and terms of application. At this stage, the personal manager will answer all of your questions.
3. Document screening and schedule of the assessment date
After you provide your CV, scanned copy of your passport valid to travel abroad and educational documents you are ready to set the date of the assessment.
4. Candidate assessment
Go through the candidate assessment process allowing to assess whether you possess certain personal traits, competencies, cognitive abilities and skills, English language knowledge and motivation necessary for a successful pilot.
The assessment is conducted through the reliable and valid test system Cut-e as well as a semi-structural interview.
5. Suitable candidate is presented to the airline
If a student‘s profile match with airline‘s requirements, he is presented to the airline for the final decision.
6. Candidate‘s final interview with the airline
The airline invites suitable candidates for the final interview. It involves group tasks and a personal interview.
Minimum entry requirements
Age
Over 18 years old
Residency
Unrestricted right to live and work in the European Union
Theoretical preparation
Knowledge of Mathematics, Physics, and English is of key importance.
Physical status
Valid EASA 1st Class Medical Certificate
Education
Secondary or higher
Personal competence and aptitude
All candidates must go through special tests and interviews developed by the selection commission of the BAA Training and LOT Polish Airlines for social competence and aptitude assessment
Steps of the preselection process:
1. Contact us
Please fill out the form below in order to get your personal manager at BAA Training who will guide you through the whole preselection process.
2. Initial discussion on terms, conditions and answers to possible Qs
You will be reached by email or phone to discuss your needs and terms of application. At this stage, the personal manager will answer all of your questions.
3. Document screening and schedule of the assessment date
After you provide your CV, scanned copy of your passport valid to travel abroad and educational documents you are ready to set the date of the assessment.
4. Candidate assessment
Go through the candidate assessment process allowing to assess whether you possess certain personal traits, competencies, cognitive abilities and skills, English language knowledge and motivation necessary for a successful pilot.
The assessment is conducted through the reliable and valid test system Cut-e as well as a semi-structural interview.
5. Suitable candidate is presented to the airline
If a student‘s profile match with airline‘s requirements, he is presented to the airline for the final decision.
9. Candidate‘s final interview with the airline
The airline invites suitable candidates for the final interview. It involves group tasks and a personal interview.
Course content
Course content
THEORETICAL TRAINING
Theoretical part consists of 14 subjects (801 hours with exams) to be completed in 6-8 months.
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
NTS TRAINING
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
| Course duration: 37 hours |
Course Duration: 37 hours
| I PART. GROUP | II PART. PROFESSION | III PART. CAREER |
|---|---|---|
| 1st meeting review | Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession | ATPL Theory revision before job interview |
| COMPETENCES to develop: | Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies | ADVANCED Compass test |
| 1. Co-operation | 2nd group meeting | Job Interview Training (group training) 1 |
| 2. Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork | Job Interview Training (group training) 2 | |
| 3. Problem Solving & Decision Making | Session in the FFS | |
| 4. Workload Management & Situational Awareness | 3rd final meeting | |
| Individual consultations |
I PART. GROUP
- 1st meeting review
Competences to develop:
- Co-operation
- Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Workload Management & Situational Awareness
II PART. PROFESSION
- Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession
- Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies
- 2nd group meeting
III PART. CAREER
- ATPL Theory revision before job interview
- ADVANCED Compass test
- Job Interview Training (group training) 1
- Job Interview Training (group training) 2
- Session in the FFS
- 3rd final meeting
- Individual consultations
FLIGHT TRAINING
Flight training consists of 240 hours including Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer, single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
- 189 hours – single-engine aircraft
- 11 hours – multi-engine aircraft
- 40 hours – FNPT II (Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer)
*Flight training sessions take place all year round.
BAA Training fleet consists of six Cesna 172S, eleven Tecnam P2002JF, two Tecnam P2006T, one Cabri G-2. Find out more about our fleet here
MCC TRAINING
MCC Training consists of 25 hours theoretical training and 15 hours of flight training at Full Flight Simulator (without motion system).
CAA EXAMINATION
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
INCLUDED
You will be provided with all the material needed for your successful training at BAA Training.
- ATP(A) CBT (Bristol ATP theory software)
- BAA bag
- Vol.5 Radio Navigation e-book
- NM-2 ruler
- PP-1 protractor
- CB-3 knee board
- CRP-5
- Tailor-made uniform
- Polo shirts for flight season
- Vol. 1 Flying training e-book
- Logbook
INVESTMENT & FUNDING
Included:
- All the material needed for your successful training
- Flight training and airport fees
- Tailor-made uniform and polo shirts for the flight season
Not included:
- Assessment procedure
- Medical examination for EASA Class 1 Medical. Read more about the procedure here. Please note, that it may be cheaper to have your medical examination in Lithuania as a fee for it is 296,60 € for men and 308,78 € for women (the same procedure in the UK would cost approximately 660 €*)
- Living expenses and accommodation (you can compare prices in Vilnius and your own city here)
- CAA exams (a fee for one exam at Lithuanian CAA is 30 €*, while it costs 76 €* in the UK)
- Issuing of professional licence at Lithuanian CAA costs 166 €* (while it costs 285 €* in the UK)
*Please note that the price is subject to change.
Funding
There are several options for students to get a partial or full funding for flight training. It is either a bank loan or different funding institutions in various countries. Find out more.
Please note that BAA Training does not provide financial support.
WHERE WILL YOU TRAIN AND LIVE
A theoretical part of your training is conducted at the academy headquarters in Vilnius, Lithuania. Take a 360 tour.
„QS Best Student Cities 2018″ placed Vilnius among TOP 100 best cities in the world for international students. According to the ranking indicators, the capital of Lithuania has a fairly low cost of living compared to other European capitals.
The city of Vilnius perfectly combines high-quality studies with unforgettable entertainment and comfortable living for a reasonable cost. Living in Vilnius can pose a unique experience for every student interested in discovering a new culture and travelling around. You can find plenty of hangout spots there such as wonderful historical places, cosy cafes, local markets, a variety of restaurants and nightclubs. Being in the heart of Europe, it is pretty easy to travel around, as you can easily reach even the furthermost cities in a few hours. Also, Vilnius has an easy access to nature within walking distance.
For the long term accommodation we offer LOOP hotel. The newly-built hotel of contemporary design, located next to the BAA Training premises, will provide you with a comfortable stay. LOOP hotel is located 1 kilometre away from the International Vilnius Airport and 3 kilometres away from the city centre.
The practical training will be held at one of our aerodromes. You could find more information about the aerodromes here.
If you have your practical training at Kaunas flight base, you can choose between staying in Vilnius and commuting to the aerodrome every day or temporarily moving to Kaunas. BAA Training could offer several partner hotels in Kaunas at affordable prices.
If you have your practical training at Lleida-Alguaire International Airport in Spain, BAA Training will also provide you with all the necessary information needed for staying there.
Lleida-Alguaire Airport is 150 km away from Barcelona’s city centre and you could easily reach the city by using public transport or by renting a car. BAA Training will inform you about transportation prices and accommodation possibilities. The academy has a number of partner hotels and apartments to stay in the area or you can choose one by yourself.
In Lleida, the famous Spanish sunshine is what you get here free of charge. Besides, food and culture are the main things you also need to enjoy in Spain. Lleida offers a wide variety of landscapes from the high Pyrenees mountains to national parks. In addition, Lleida is rich in its monumental heritage – historical churches and museums. You could also visit plenty of local pubs, cafes and restaurants to taste local dishes and drinks or to hang out with friends.
With Spain’s warm climate and outdoor lifestyle, you may find yourself spending much of your free time sitting at cafés, enjoying the sun, or exploring the cultural monuments.
THEORETICAL TRAINING
Theoretical part consists of 14 subjects (801 hours with exams) to be completed in 6-8 months.
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
NTS TRAINING
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
| Course duration: 37 hours |
Course Duration: 37 hours
| I PART. GROUP | II PART. PROFESSION | III PART. CAREER |
|---|---|---|
| 1st meeting review | Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession | ATPL Theory revision before job interview |
| COMPETENCES to develop: | Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies | ADVANCED Compass test |
| 1. Co-operation | 2nd group meeting | Job Interview Training (group training) 1 |
| 2. Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork | Job Interview Training (group training) 2 | |
| 3. Problem Solving & Decision Making | Session in the FFS | |
| 4. Workload Management & Situational Awareness | 3rd final meeting | |
| Individual consultations |
I PART. GROUP
- 1st meeting review
Competences to develop:
- Co-operation
- Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Workload Management & Situational Awareness
II PART. PROFESSION
- Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession
- Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies
- 2nd group meeting
III PART. CAREER
- ATPL Theory revision before job interview
- ADVANCED Compass test
- Job Interview Training (group training) 1
- Job Interview Training (group training) 2
- Session in the FFS
- 3rd final meeting
- Individual consultations
FLIGHT TRAINING
Flight training consists of 240 hours including Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer, single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
- 189 hours – single-engine aircraft
- 11 hours – multi-engine aircraft
- 40 hours – FNPT II (Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer)
*Flight training sessions take place all year round.
BAA Training fleet consists of of six Cesna 172S, eleven Tecnam P2002JF, two Tecnam P2006T, one Cabri G-2. Find out more about our fleet here.
MCC TRAINING
MCC Training consists of 25 hours theoretical training and 15 hours of flight training at Full Flight Simulator (without motion system).
CAA EXAMINATION
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
INCLUDED
You will be provided with all the material needed for your successful training at BAA Training.
- ATP(A) CBT (Bristol ATP theory software)
- BAA bag
- Vol.5 Radio Navigation e-book
- NM-2 ruler
- PP-1 protractor
- CB-3 knee board
- CRP-5
- Tailor-made uniform
- Polo shirts for flight season
- Vol. 1 Flying training e-book
- Logbook
INVESTMENT & FUNDING
Included:
- All the material needed for your successful training
- Flight training and airport fees
- Tailor-made uniform and polo shirts for the flight season
Not included:
- Assessment procedure
- Medical examination for EASA Class 1 Medical. Read more about the procedure here. Please note, that it may be cheaper to have your medical examination in Lithuania as a fee for it is 296,60 € for men and 308,78 € for women (the same procedure in the UK would cost approximately 660 €*)
- Living expenses and accommodation (you can compare prices in Vilnius and your own city here)
- CAA exams (a fee for one exam at Lithuanian CAA is 30 €*, while it costs 76 €* in the UK)
- Issuing of professional licence at Lithuanian CAA costs 166 €* (while it costs 285 €* in the UK)
*Please note that the price is subject to change.
Funding
There are several options for students to get a partial or full funding for flight training. It is either a bank loan or different funding institutions in various countries. Find out more.
Please note that BAA Training does not provide financial support.
WHERE WILL YOU TRAIN AND LIVE
A theoretical part of your training is conducted at the academy headquarters in Vilnius, Lithuania. Take a 360 tour.
„QS Best Student Cities 2018″ placed Vilnius among TOP 100 best cities in the world for international students. According to the ranking indicators, the capital of Lithuania has a fairly low cost of living compared to other European capitals.
The city of Vilnius perfectly combines high-quality studies with unforgettable entertainment and comfortable living for a reasonable cost. Living in Vilnius can pose a unique experience for every student interested in discovering a new culture and travelling around. You can find plenty of hangout spots there such as wonderful historical places, cosy cafes, local markets, a variety of restaurants and nightclubs. Being in the heart of Europe, it is pretty easy to travel around, as you can easily reach even the furthermost cities in a few hours. Also, Vilnius has an easy access to nature within walking distance.
For the long term accommodation we offer LOOP hotel. The newly-built hotel of contemporary design, located next to the BAA Training premises, will provide you with a comfortable stay. LOOP hotel is located 1 kilometre away from the International Vilnius Airport and 3 kilometres away from the city centre.
The practical training will be held at one of our aerodromes. You could find more information about the aerodromes here.
If you have your practical training at Kaunas flight base, you can choose between staying in Vilnius and commuting to the aerodrome every day or temporarily moving to Kaunas. BAA Training could offer several partner hotels in Kaunas at affordable prices.
If you have your practical training at Lleida-Alguaire International Airport in Spain, BAA Training will also provide you with all the necessary information needed for staying there.
Lleida-Alguaire Airport is 150 km away from Barcelona’s city centre and you could easily reach the city by using public transport or by renting a car. BAA Training will inform you about transportation prices and accommodation possibilities. The academy has a number of partner hotels and apartments to stay in the area or you can choose one by yourself.
In Lleida, the famous Spanish sunshine is what you get here free of charge. Besides, food and culture are the main things you also need to enjoy in Spain. Lleida offers a wide variety of landscapes from the high Pyrenees mountains to national parks. In addition, Lleida is rich in its monumental heritage – historical churches and museums. You could also visit plenty of local pubs, cafes and restaurants to taste local dishes and drinks or to hang out with friends.
With Spain’s warm climate and outdoor lifestyle, you may find yourself spending much of your free time sitting at cafés, enjoying the sun, or exploring the cultural monuments.
Let's talk!
Let us know how we can help you. Please fill out the form below and we will do our best to get in touch within one working day to discuss your personal needs and requirements.
Let's talk!
Let us know how we can help you. Please fill out the form below and we will do our best to get in touch within one working day to discuss your personal needs and requirements.