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  Selecting a Program

Click on the link, Our Pilot Development Program, to review the various flight instruction programs. The hours to complete a program will vary depending on each student's ability. Our training programs allow you to complete your training and flight requirements efficiently. Then Request a quote so you can receive a personalized flight training estimate.Request for Quote

 

2.Submitting I-20 Information

All foreign students are required to have an I-20 Form to gain entry into the United States. A non-refundable fee of $150 is required to compile and submit your I-20 information. Upon receipt of your I-20 fee and your completed I-20 Information form, Airgo  will send you a letter of acceptance letter, your completed I-20 form and International Student guidelines  including the Foreign Student Pilot Training Contract . Please thoroughly read the information given herein and carefully follow the instructions to begin the enrollment procedure.

 If you will also need an M-2 for dependents, additional information will be requested and submission of a DS-156 Nonimmigrant Visa Application is required. There is a $50 fee per dependent to process documentation for M-2s.

To begin the I-20 information submission, you must first submit your I-20 fee.

 

I-20 Request Form

  • Click Submit when you have completed all the information requested. If you have any questions about the information requested, please call our 'Admission Staff' at 1 618-533-1643 Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Standard Time.

3. M-1 Student Visa

To obtain an M-1 Student Visa, locate the nearest U.S. Consulate and arrange an appointment to receive your visa approval. Visa procedures, forms and fees change frequently so visit their website for the latest instructions.

Then you will go to the U.S. Consulate with the appropriate documents for an interview with an immigration official. These documents include:

  • I-20 Form,
  • Passport,
  • Financial Statements showing proof you can support yourself and pay for your training while in the USA. 
  • Receipt for payment of your Form I-901,
  • Passport Photographs
  • Any documentation that shows that you will return home after you complete your flight training.
  • A return stamped envelope if desired.

 

You will be notified as to whether you have been approved or disapproved. If all is in order, the U.S. Embassy will provide you,  with an M-1 Student Visa permitting you to enter the United States. The length of time for this process varies from country to country. We suggest you practice your interview with a friend or family member and research the aviation field in your home country. Two of the most important questions asked by the U.S. Embassy are as follows:

  • Why would you like to become a pilot?
  • Why did you choose Airgo?
  • How are you going to finance your training? 
  • What assurance can you give us that you will return to your home country after completion of your flight training?

4. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) Clearance

It is very important that you begin the process of getting your TSA clearance as soon as you decide that you are going to train with us. Doing this BEFORE you arrive will ensure a quicker start to your training. The application processing fee for each course is $130.  The name on the credit card used must match the name on the application.  If there is no fingerprinting* agency located in your home country, you will need to have the fingerprint portion of this process completed after entering the United States.  You can verify if there is an agency in your home country by going to the TSA link: www.flightschoolcandidates.gov , and completing the form.  An email will be sent to you requesting fingerprints and you will be given access to a website that will list all fingerprinting agencies.  The TSA fee can be paid after you have received approval for your M-1 Student Visa.

The TSA Clearance process:

  • Go to www.flightschoolcandidates.gov
  • Click LOGIN → New Student Account
  • Complete all the requested information; if you have any questions, we can help you. Here are a few items that students usually need assistance in completing.
    • You MUST give your Last Name and Your First Name
    • Training Request Course Name: Initial
    • Aircraft Type is the particular aircraft model you will be flying to earn your rating, for example, Cessna 172
    • Category is 3; this signifies aircraft under 12,500 lbs
  • Pay directly to the TSA the $130 processing fee. 
  • You will also need to upload a clear color copy of your passport and your visa.

A very important part of your TSA clearance is fingerprinting.  If you can secure your fingerprints prior to your arrival, this will enable you to begin your training with little to no delay.  If your fingerprinting is not processed prior to your arrival to the United States, you may delay commencement of your student pilot training up to 45 days.

5. Payment for Student Pilot Training

Prior to arriving at AIRGO, a $2,500 payment is REQUIRED and due prior to your arrival at Airgo.  In order to arrange your transportation, start your flight training or attend any classes at  our school, housing, until your initial course deposit is received. 

6. Student Pilot Training Agreement

Each student is required to sign a Student Pilot Training Agreement.  We will sent you this Student Pilot Training Agreement in your package with your I-20. Upon your arrival, please have a signed copy of this document ready for delivery to Airgo.  

7. You are almost ready to arrive...

Prior to your arrival in the United States, and AFTER receiving the M-1 Student Visa and submission of all required fees and payments to Airgo, you MUST provide us with the details of your travel arrangements.  By email, please send us the following flight information: name of the airline, flight number, arrival date and flight arrival time at  St. Louis International Airport.  As soon as you know your arrival gate, please call us with that information. This will enable us to have someone pick you up at the airport when you arrive. 


If you have any questions, please contact us by telephone or by email. It will be our pleasure to have you participate in our flight training program so that you may begin your career in aviation.



 

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Phone 1 618-533-1643
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