Airline Career Pilot Program
The Training Airlines Look for in Pilot Applicants
- Private thru Commercial Multi with CFIs
- Over 100 Hours Multi-Engine Experience
- Guaranteed Instructor Job for Fast Track Graduates!
ATP’s Airline Career Pilot Program provides airline-oriented flight training at a fixed cost in the shortest time frame. You will fly the world’s largest multi-engine fleet coast-to-coast in a scheduled, monitored, airline-style environment.
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Start From Zero Time
Start From Private & 85 Hours
Recommended
All Include
Over 100 Hours Multi-PIC
Certificates
Private Single-Engine
Private Multi-Engine
Instrument Rating
Commercial Multi- & Single-Engine
Certified Flight Instructor – Multi-Engine, Single-Engine & Instrument
Flight Time
Total Logged Time
270
270
185
185
Multi-Engine Flight Time
115
115
115
115
Single-Engine Flight Time
105
105
20
20
Simulator (FTD) Time
50
50
50
50
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Guaranteed Instructor Job
Housing Option ($200/wk)
Add $4,400
Check Specials
Add $2,600
Check Specials
Training Schedule
7 Days a Week
10 Days a Month
7 Days a Week
10 Days a Month
Training Time Frame
150 Days
14 Months or Less
90 Days
10 Months or Less
Prerequisites
Private Pilot Certificate & 85 Hours
Private Pilot Certificate & 85 Hours
FAA Written Exams
PAR, IRA, CAX, FIA, FII, FOI
PAR, IRA, CAX, FIA, FII, FOI
IRA, CAX, FIA, FII, FOI
IRA, CAX, FIA, FII, FOI
$59,990
$65,990
$49,995
$54,995
Self-Paced Schedule Considerations
Self-paced students must dedicate at least ten days per month to your training. CFI Training will require approximately 14 consecutive days in Atlanta, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, or Las Vegas. ATP provides housing and air transportation to the CFI Training Center. You are responsible for your own local ground transportation.
In California, ATP conducts all Private Pilot training on the Fast Track timeline for improved flight proficiency and currency around California's challenging airspace, terrain and weather. Students who prefer the self-paced timeline can adopt that schedule after attaining their Private Pilot Certificate.
Fixed Cost Pricing Notes
Price and flight times are subject to change, but not during your training program. ATP reserves the right to impose a fuel surcharge under certain circumstances. Examiners’ fees of approximately $3,500 ($4,000 from zero time) are not included. Logged flight times may vary slightly due to flight check times and other considerations.
Higher Cost in California & New York
Due to higher operating costs, California and New York pricing is higher:
- Fast Track from Private & 85 Hours: $53,995
- Self-Paced from Private & 85 Hours: $58,995
- Fast Track From Zero Time: $64,990
- Self-Paced From Zero Time: $70,990
California and New York housing is at a rate of $225 per week.
More About Your Training
Airline Career Pilot Program flight training gets you the most qualifications (multi-engine flight time) in the best complex multi-engine aircraft, with the best airline-oriented flight training. You can receive the same training in either our Fast Track or Self-Paced curriculum.
Fast Track — Recommended
ATP’s FAST TRACK Airline Career Pilot Program is the most efficient commercial pilot training you can receive. The total-immersion training maximizes your knowledge and skill retention, while putting you on the fast track to start earning income in your new career. Only Fast Track students are eligible for a guaranteed instructor job.
Self-Paced
ATP’s SELF-PACED Airline Career Pilot Program provides the same quality instruction in the same aircraft. A flexible training schedule accommodates your needs as a full-time college student or working professional. Devote at least ten days per month to your training, and within 10 months (14 from zero time) you can complete the Airline Career Pilot Program.
Bottom Line
ATP sets the industry standard for airline pilot training with all the aircraft resources and airline connections you need for your fast track to the airlines.
The multi-engine experience gained in ATP’s Airline Career Pilot Program will get you more career opportunities than possible through any other flight school, FBO or academy. The higher level of qualifications this program provides is the first step in setting you apart from your peers.
Testimonials

“Throughout my training I was both challenged and guided into being a professional pilot. Starting from a private pilot and then finally evolving into a CFI was a great feeling of empowerment. I knew that ATP was my choice of flight schools since it was recommended to me by fellow students of yours who are now successful Gulfstream pilots, for a major charter company. My cross country experience flew me into the airports of Jacksonville, Atlanta, Trenton, Richmond, Tennessee, and many others. With the proper skills from ATP I was able to fly with confidence. I will recommend the ATP program to aspiring pilots of any level who want to get there ratings and receive the best training available. ”
—John Hults
ATP Graduate
HIRED: American Eagle, October 2011
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Magazine Articles Featuring the Airline Career Pilot Program
Plane & Pilot Magazine’s March 2012 issue featured an article discussing the competitive advantages of ATP and the value of airline seniority.
AOPA Flight Training Magazine’s December 2009 issue featured an article on building quality flight time. Something ATP focuses on in its Airline Career Pilot Program.
AOPA Pilot Magazine’s December 2009 issue featured an article on a recent graduate of ATP’s Airline Career Pilot Program. She discusses her past flight training and why she chose ATP.
Plane & Pilot Magazine’s September 2009 issue featured an article on Airline Transport Professionals. The story covered ATP’s programs, locations, equipment and overall success in the airline training industry.
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Flying’s June 2009 issue featured an article on Airline Transport Professionals. The story covered ATP’s programs, locations, equipment and overall success in the airline training industry.
AOPA Pilot’s May 2008 issue featured the story of Joiwind Alexander, who started her career path to the airlines at ATP.
Plane & Pilot’s March 2006 issue featured ATP’s Airline Training Programs.
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