Cadet Pilot Program
Seeking pilots-to-be who are passionate about flying
Seeking pilots-to-be who are passionate about flying
At STARLUX, we focus not only on the skills and knowledge a pilot has, we are looking for team players who also have leadership qualities.
Aviation safety is the cornerstone of the trust our passengers place in us. Aviation safety is not only an external requirement, it must be instilled in each pilot to become an internal instinct. Thus, we train our cadets to the highest standards.
Our cadets will be trained in the United States or Australia for approximately one year prior to receiving their Commercial Pilot License, followed by six months of airplane conversion training. All tuition and living expenses during training will be accommodated by STARLUX. Upon completion of all necessary courses and certifications, you will officially become a commercial pilot, well on the way to achieving your dream of flying.
Minimum Application Requirements
- Citizen of R.O.C. Taiwan (with a valid National Identification Card).
- Education: Associate’s degree or above (foreign degrees must be authenticated by the ROC Embassy, Consulate, and Representative Office).
- Hold a valid certificate of proficiency in English and must be valid for at least one year.
- TOEIC: 750 or above (listening: 400) & 140 or above in speaking and writing.
- Linguaskill B2 or above in listening, reading, speaking and writing.
- TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (listening: 21).
- IELTS: 5.5 or above.
- Be physically fit and qualified for a Civil Aviation Authority Class One Medical Certificate.
- One reference contact information.
Documents for Application
- National identification card.
- Degree of highest education. For current students, please provide student card.
- A valid certificate of proficiency in English.
- Certificate of discharge or military service status issued by the Ministry of Defense.
- Flight logbook (if you have any flight hours).
Notes
- Graduating students and discharging military personnel may participate in the admission process. Graduation diploma and military discharge papers must be obtained prior to the commencement of training, or admittance to the cadet program will be revoked.
- All stages of the admission process must be performed to STARLUX’s satisfaction in order to be admitted into the cadet pilot program.
- Admitted individuals shall sign a training contract with STARLUX to obtain the status of a cadet pilot.
- All STARLUX and training school rules must be followed during the training process.
Recruitment Process
Written Exam
Panel Interview
Group Assessment
Personality Assessment
Medical Test
Individual Professional Interview
For any inquiries, please email pilotrecruit@starlux-airlines.com
FAQ
When is the application deadline?
At the present time, Cadet Pilot recruitment is on a long term basis. Applications are accepted at any time. Priority will be given to applicants who have not participated in recruitment before.
When will I receive an interview notification after I have submitted my application?
The contact period is dependent on our screening process and number of vacancies available. Applicants who have passed our screening will be contacted through email.
How long is the entire selection process?
The selection process includes a Written Exam, Panel Interview, Group Assessment, Personality assessment, Medical Test and Individual Professional Interview. The processing time depends on the screening process and number of vacancies available.
Where will the interviews be held at?
The interviews will mainly be held in northern Taiwan.
What will be covered on the written test?
General Knowledge: STARLUX information and news, aviation news and knowledge.
Mathatics and Physics: 9th to 10th grade.
Cognitive: Logic and reasoning.
Mathatics and Physics: 9th to 10th grade.
Cognitive: Logic and reasoning.
Do I need to obtain the R.O.C. CAA class one medical certificate prior to submitting my application?
Holding a valid Class One Medical certificate is a basic requirement for civil aviation pilots. STARLUX will inform you to take the Class One Medical examination which will be conducted at R.O.C. CAA Aviation Medical center once you pass certain stages. STARLUX will provide the examination detail in the notification email.
Define “college graduates“ and “mandatory military service discharge”.
College graduates must be able to provide their diplomas and be military service exempt prior to cadet training. Soon to be military reserve personnel must be able to provide their official discharge documents prior to cadet training.
Will having a PPL/CPL affect my acceptance outcome?
Previous flight experience will not affect your acceptance outcome. Applicants who has CPL, please apply through the CPL pilot recruitment program.
How do I authenticate (legalize) a foreign diploma?
Please refer to the website of Ministry of Foreign Affairs > Document Authentication > Authentication Q&A
Am I qualified to apply if I am nearsighted?
You are qualified to apply if you can obtain 1.0 vision acuity with the use of corrective lenses. If you underwent LASIK operation, you must complete the eyesight verification process through R.O.C. CAA.
May I apply if my English language test score will soon expire?
Your English Proficiency Test results must be valid for at least one year when you send out the application. Please take the English test then apply for this position if your current English test validity is less than one year.
Do all requested documents need to be original copies?
Yes. All original copies will be returned after verification in the initial interview.
May I submit my TOEIC Speaking and Writing score from two separate tests?
No. TOEIC Speaking and Writing score must be submitted from the same test.
What type of IELTS is acceptable?
Both Academic and General Training will be accepted.
What type of Linguaskill is acceptable?
Both Business and General will be accepted.
Will training begin immediately after acceptance?
You will be contacted once we have finished preparing your traveling and training documents. Please prepare for your training during this time.
How long will it take for a cadet pilot to become a commercial airline pilot?
The estimated time is 1.5 to 2 years, but the actual time depends on company policy and your learning capabilities.
Will ground school training be taught at STARLUX prior to flight training abroad?
Ground school training will be conducted at the overseas flight school. A book list will be provided prior to training.
Where will we attend flight school for our cadet training?
We currently plan to send our cadets to the United States or Australia for training.