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There is no right time or age to begin a career in aviation. “I’m 10 years into my career, but this is something I’ve always dreamed of pursuing” – These are often the words of potential students, those who have put aside their true passions for a career that may have seemed more practical at the time. Understandably, they are scared to make such a monumental change and usually feel alone in it. So many preface their pursuit of aviation with sentiments and fears of them being the oldest in their class or that they have gotten a later start in their training and will be behind. The truth is tha ..read more

Most students are aware of the intensive training that is required to become an airline pilot. However, as mentioned in an earlier blog that outlines different ways to time-build, the process of getting to the airlines can be quite a gray area for people and is often misunderstood. Here, we will discuss the bridge programs offered by our five regional airline partners to help students build their connections with the airlines while also building their hours! Most of these programs are called “Cadet programs,” which may confuse students since there is also the American Airlines Cadet Academy ..read more

It can be difficult to understand the path of becoming an airline pilot. You may be wondering what the required steps are and if you can go straight to the airlines after the completion of training. Airlines require you to have 1500 flight hours before flying with them. Therefore, you will need to build flight time after you complete training which helps you obtain an estimated 300 hours. Fortunately, you are legally able to fly for hire once you have your Commercial Pilot License. This means you can be getting paid while you are time building! Below are a few of the ways to time build and so ..read more

Funding can be hard to find in regards to flight training. However, financing and loan opportunities have recently become more accesible than ever before. We have partnered with two finance companies to help fund students’ training, Sallie Mae and Meritize. Sallie Mae is available to students for all our professional and recreational programs. Meritize is available to only those with professional flight goals, not for recreational purposes. The American Airlines’ Cadet Academy offers a unique financing option through their program as well. The American Airlines’ Cadet Academy is for pe ..read more