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Your Airline Pilot Career Starts Here
ATP Flight School has been the nation's largest flight school since 1984, providing students with the most efficient path to a successful airline pilot career. With over 40 years of experience, ATP offers professional flight training through 85 nationwide locations and a fleet of 658 aircraft. The school's Airline Career Pilot Program delivers structured, accelerated training from zero experience to airline pilot certification in as little as 12 months. ATP maintains partnerships with 39 airlines, including American, Delta, and United, and has trained over 25,000 pilots. The company emphasizes safety-focused decisions, consistent professionalism, and investment in modern aircraft and training technology.ATP provides full financing solutions, housing options, and career placement support to graduates. The school's instructors have received national recognition from organizations like AOPA and the National Association of Flight Instructors. ATP's training programs exceed FAA Part 141 minimums and include proprietary online resources. Graduates benefit from direct pathways to major airlines through exclusive partnerships and tuition reimbursement programs.
Services
Airline Career Pilot Program
Flex Commercial Pilot Program
ATP Certification
A320 Type Rating
Flight Instructor Training
Financing Solutions
Student Housing
Career Placement Services
Online Training Resources
Checkride Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of professional flight training experience
- Nationwide network of 85 training centers and 658 aircraft
- Exclusive partnerships with 39 major airlines for career placement
- Full financing solutions and tuition reimbursement programs
- Proprietary online training resources and modern fleet maintenance
Associations and certifications
- FAA
- AOPA
- National Association of Flight Instructors
Services
Airline Career Pilot Program
This comprehensive program trains students from zero experience to airline-ready certification in 12 months. It includes private pilot, instrument rating, commercial pilot, and flight instructor certifications. The curriculum features 284 hours of logged time with 25 hours of multi-engine flight and 55 hours of simulator practice. Students receive access to ATP's online training library and proprietary ground school materials.
Flex Commercial Pilot Program
A pay-as-you-go option that maintains ATP's training standards while offering schedule flexibility. Includes ATP Essentials with pass-plus pricing for flight instruction and advanced aviation training devices. Students receive one-on-one ground instruction and access to all-inclusive pricing packages for different training phases.
ATP Certification
Prepares pilots for the Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with FAA-approved curriculum. Combines with ATP Jet Simulation's A320 type rating program for accelerated career progression. The 7-day course includes comprehensive ground school and preparation for airline-standard evaluations.
A320 Type Rating
Eleven-day Airbus A320 type rating program featuring full-motion simulator training. Designed for pilots transitioning to jet aircraft with direct pathways to airlines like Spirit and Frontier. Includes jet transition training and ATP CTP course completion.
Career Placement Services
Provides access to 39 airline partnerships including major carriers' cadet programs. Offers exclusive tuition reimbursement opportunities with regional airlines and direct pathways to Boeing and Airbus flight decks. Includes career fairs, recruiter visits, and alumni association support.
Questions
What are the requirements to start pilot training?
Students need a high school diploma, FAA medical certificate, and English proficiency. No prior experience is required for the Airline Career Pilot Program.
How long does airline pilot training take?
The Airline Career Pilot Program takes 12 months from zero experience, with accelerated options starting at 9 months for those with prior credits.
Does ATP offer financing options?
Yes, full financing solutions are available through multiple lenders including Sallie Mae, with special programs for qualified students.
What job placement support does ATP provide?
ATP offers direct pathways to 39 airline partners, including major carriers' cadet programs and exclusive tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Are there housing options for students?
ATP provides no-lease, fully furnished apartment options at select locations with all utilities included for training students.
What aircraft are used for training?
Training fleet includes Piper Archers, Cessna 172s, Piper Seminoles, and Frasca AATDs with modern glass cockpit technology.
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