Becoming a professional pilot requires rigor, methodology, and a strong command of scientific and linguistic fundamentals.
Before commencing the 14 modules of theoretical training, it is essential to possess a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and English.
The Professional Pilot Training Entry Preparation program offered by Hexagone Aviation School enables aspiring pilot students to review these fundamentals within a supervised and structured framework.
Delivered in small groups, this program combines interactive courses, applied exercises, and personalized support to ensure a seamless transition to the professional curriculum.
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70 hours of supervised instruction
to consolidate essential scientific and linguistic fundamentals.
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Guidance from specialized instructors
from the aviation and pilot training sectors.
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Interactive courses and immediate practical application
to link each concept to practical flight scenarios.
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Personalized support and group dynamics
featuring personalized guidance and face-to-face interactions.
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Comprehensive and visual educational materials
Workbooks, fact sheets, quizzes, and supplementary eLearning access.
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Targeted preparation for CPL and ATPL curricula
aligned with the stringent requirements of professional aviation programs.
The Preparation for Professional Pilot Training Entry program aims to enable each learner to consolidate the essential foundations for successful completion of CPL or ATPL training.
The pedagogical objectives are:
- Review and master fundamental concepts in mathematics and physics applied to aeronautics (speed, forces, density, proportionality, trigonometry, etc.).
- Strengthen linguistic competencies in general and technical aviation English to comprehend flight documentation and communication.
- Develop the scientific rigor and logical reasoning required for solving problems encountered in theoretical training and in flight.
- Acquire effective study methods adapted to autonomous learning and distance training.
- Gain confidence and proficiency to approach professional pilot training with assurance.
This training specifically prepares candidates to:
- Successfully integrate into a CPL (Commercial Pilot Licence) or ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence) training program.
- More easily assimilate the scientific modules of professional theoretical training (Aerodynamics, Flight Planning, Mass and Balance, etc.).
- Apply mathematical and physical tools in real flight situations: calculations of center of gravity, speeds, wind drift, fuel consumption, or aircraft performance.
- Understand and utilize English aeronautical terminology to effectively follow courses, read technical manuals, and communicate with English-speaking instructors.
- Develop the prerequisite skills expected by EASA-approved training organizations, to ensure smooth and consistent progression throughout the subsequent curriculum.
This training is intended for:
- Any individual wishing to enroll in professional pilot training (CPL/ATPL) and seeking to refresh their knowledge before commencing the program.
- Holders of a PPL (Private Pilot Licence) who wish to pursue professional training.
- Students or recent graduates who have not recently practiced mathematics, physics, or English.
- Candidates undergoing professional retraining who wish to validate their prior learning before committing to intensive airline pilot training.
This training is accessible to any individual motivated by an aviation career.
To effectively participate in this training, candidates must:
- Possess a computer, tablet, or iPad with a stable internet connection.
- Demonstrate genuine motivation to enroll in professional pilot training.
- Basic knowledge of the aviation world is an asset, but no prior piloting experience is required.
No entry test is conducted for this course, as it follows the placement test administered before entry into CPL or ATPL training.
This course is recommended for candidates whose results on the admission test reveal weaknesses in mathematics, physics, or English.
Multiple training sessions available throughout the year
Prior to any enrollment, an individual entry assessment is conducted to evaluate your prior learning (mathematics, physics, English) and to verify the alignment of your project with the program. This initial interaction enables us to tailor the support from the outset.
Three days dedicated to applied aeronautical mathematics, followed by two days of general and aviation English.
This initial week focuses on logic, methodology, and communication, aiming to consolidate essential foundational knowledge prior to the subsequent program modules.
Three days are dedicated to physics applied to flight, followed by two days of English to enhance linguistic proficiency and technical comprehension.
This second week is oriented towards practical application and connecting theoretical knowledge with the realities of flight operations.
The training follows a clear and structured progression.
Each sequence begins with the guided review of theoretical concepts, presented in a simple and illustrated manner, before proceeding to practical application through concrete exercises directly inspired by aeronautical situations.
Tutorials and case studies allow for the application of knowledge to real flight situations: navigation calculations, force analysis, and comprehension of technical documents in English.
This approach promotes a practical and operational contextualization of acquired knowledge.
A final assessment concludes the training to measure the progress made by the learner and to validate the level of proficiency achieved in each learning domain.
Upon completion of the training, a certificate of completion is issued to each participant, confirming full participation and validation of acquired knowledge.
Fundamental Mathematical Concepts for Pilots
Module Objectives:
- Consolidate the essential mathematical foundations required for comprehending concepts related to aircraft performance, navigation, and flight planning.
- Master the operations and formulas employed in aeronautical calculations, including time, distance, speed, mass, fuel consumption, and proportionality.
- Develop the capacity for logical reasoning and the application of mathematical tools to practical flight scenarios.
- Comprehend graphical representation and the trigonometric relationships essential for managing flight trajectories and wind drift.
- Enhance speed and precision in both mental and instrumental calculations.
Module Content:
- Arithmetic and fundamental operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, unit conversions, and order of operations.
- Fractions, decimals, and percentages: equivalences, conversions, and practical applications (e.g., fuel consumption, mass variations, or temperature fluctuations).
- Factors, powers, and roots: comprehension of exponents, square roots, and calculations associated with physical energies and forces.
- Equations and formulas: manipulation of simple algebraic expressions, variable isolation, and resolution of practical flight-related problems.
- Time, distance, and speed calculations: fundamental relationship V = D/T, unit conversions, and applications in flight planning.
- Pythagorean Theorem: application for calculating true distances, trajectories, and air navigation.
- Trigonometry: sine, cosine, and tangent applied to route, heading, and crosswind calculations.
- Graphs and visual representations: interpretation and analysis of performance curves and flight data.
Upon completion of this module, you will be proficient in autonomously and effectively utilizing mathematical tools, applying fundamental formulas to aeronautical performance, and rigorously performing calculations essential for navigation, planning, and flight operations.
Fundamental Principles of Physics for Pilots
Module Objectives:
- To understand the fundamental physical principles that govern flight and aircraft performance.
- To identify and interpret the physical quantities used in aviation: force, energy, pressure, temperature, speed, density, etc.
- To apply the laws of mechanics, thermodynamics, and aerodynamics to real-world flight situations.
- To develop a comprehensive understanding of aerodynamic phenomena: lift, drag, thrust, and in-flight equilibrium.
- To acquire the analytical and scientific reasoning skills necessary for professional pilot training.
Module Content:
Units and Measurements: fundamental quantities (SI), unit conversions, measurement precision, scientific notation, and their application to reading aeronautical instruments.
- Mechanics – Force and Motion: Newton's laws, acceleration, equilibrium of forces, and the effects of weight and thrust on an aircraft's trajectory.
- Energy and Work: relationship between energy, work, and power; potential, kinetic, and mechanical energy in the context of flight.
- Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics: pressure, density, lift, drag, and Bernoulli's principle; behavior of air around an airfoil.
- Electricity and Magnetism: concepts of voltage, current, resistance, and power; terrestrial magnetism and the magnetic compass in navigation.
- Wave and Propagation Phenomena: basic principles of sound and radio communication (introduction).
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to understand the physical laws that influence flight, to analyze aircraft performance and behavior based on scientific principles, and to apply this knowledge to navigation, safety, and flight management.
Fundamental English for Pilots
Module Objectives:
- To review essential grammar and vocabulary fundamentals to consolidate a high school level proficiency.
- To develop written and oral comprehension using aeronautically contextualized content.
- To acquire the technical vocabulary and key expressions used in ATPL(A) training.
- To become familiar with aeronautical terminology and English-language communication within the aviation environment.
- To prepare the student to effectively follow professional pilot theoretical training in English.
Module Content:
- Basic Grammar Review: main verb tenses (present, past, future, conditional), modals, articles, prepositions, and simple sentence structures.
- Core Vocabulary: general vocabulary for daily life, travel, time, weather, and orientation.
- Written Comprehension: reading short texts inspired by aeronautical situations, excerpts from flight manuals, and simplified technical instructions.
- Oral Comprehension: listening to dialogues in flight or airport environments (announcements, pilot-controller exchanges, briefings).
- Basic Aeronautical Vocabulary: instruments, aircraft systems, navigation, weather, procedures, radio communication.
- Phraseology and Common Expressions: introduction to ICAO standardized structure and vocabulary, without operational usage requirements.
- Practical exercises: Linguistic multiple-choice questions, rephrasing exercises, sentence completion, and technical document comprehension exercises.
- Final self-assessment: Comprehensive written and oral comprehension test + technical vocabulary quiz.
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to understand and utilize basic English in an aeronautical context, to read and interpret technical documentation, and to more easily follow ATPL(A) courses conducted in English.
- To comprehend and accurately apply the fundamental principles of mechanics and trigonometry, enabling the interpretation and utilization of physical phenomena encountered during pilot training.
- To autonomously solve practical problems using physical and mathematical data, by employing the logical tools and reasoning essential for optimal aeronautical performance.
- To fluently read, comprehend, and interpret technical documentation written in English, specifically flight manuals, checklists, procedures, and instructional materials utilized in professional training.
- To communicate effectively in English within an international aeronautical context, both in written and oral forms, thereby facilitating learning, coordination, and mutual understanding in multicultural environments.
- To develop the rigor, precision, and scientific logic essential for successful professional pilot training, by adopting a structured work methodology tailored to the demands of the profession.
- eLearning Courses
- On-site Courses
- Mock Exams
- Corrected Feedback
- Dedicated Instructor
- eLearning Platform
- MCQ Database
- Scenario Study, Practical Simulation
- Corrected Mock Exam
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Enroll in the next session:
Join a scheduled session and complete the full program over 2 supervised weeks.
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Advance within a structured environment:
Benefit from a guided and progressive learning pace, conducive to success.
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Benefit from practical and applied teaching methods:
Each concept is linked to real-world aeronautical situations to enhance comprehension and retention.
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Work in small groups:
Progress in a collaborative environment that fosters exchange, practical application, and collective motivation.
Assessment Methods and Procedures
Learning assessment is conducted throughout the program via interactive multiple-choice questions (MCQs), applied exercises, and progress tests at the end of each module.
These assessments measure the learner's skill development and verify their mastery of fundamental concepts prior to commencing CPL or ATPL training.
A final online assessment concludes the training, validating the achieved level and leading to the issuance of a Hexagone Aviation School certificate of completion.
Means of Assessing Program Outcomes
Each student benefits from individualized pedagogical support, comprising:
- subject-specific score monitoring,
- progress indicators,
- alerts for targeted pedagogical support when required.
Intermediate assessments are offered to ensure consistent skill development.
Examination procedures
This training does not lead to an official external examination.
A final internal online examination is organized by Hexagone Aviation School at the end of the program, to assess the student's overall level in the three covered areas: mathematics, physics, and English.
Successful completion of this examination validates the acquired knowledge and certifies that the trainee meets the recommended prerequisites for entry into CPL or ATPL training.
Training Certification and Course Completion Certificate
Upon completion of the training, each student receives a personalized certificate of completion, issued by Hexagone Aviation School.
This document specifies the nature and duration of the course, as well as the competencies acquired in mathematics, physics, and aeronautical English.
It certifies that the participant has achieved the required level to meet the entry prerequisites for CPL or ATPL training.
This certificate acknowledges the student's commitment and represents a recognized preparatory stage in the path towards professional pilot training.
RNCP Recognized and Compliant Training
Although this preparatory training is not registered with the RNCP, its content is fully compliant with the expected pedagogical and scientific requirements for entry into CPL or ATPL training.
It is based on European aviation qualification standards (Part-FCL / EASA) and represents a recognized preparatory step towards professionalization.
Career Prospects
This training does not directly lead to a professional qualification, but it effectively prepares candidates for integration into professional pilot curricula.
It enables candidates to strengthen their fundamental skills in order to succeed in CPL or ATPL entry tests and confidently progress towards their future aeronautical career.
Further Training Progression
Upon completion of this course, students can enroll in ATPL theoretical training or CPL, depending on their professional aspirations.
This preparation serves as an ideal transition between high school level and pilot training, by providing the essential scientific and linguistic foundations for successful completion of the curriculum.
Hexagone Aviation School supports each student in building a personalized career path, tailored to their aviation career objectives.
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I chose Hexagone Aviation School for the flexibility of its eLearning, but I did not anticipate such a high level of support. The pedagogical team is available, supportive, and highly professional.
