Achieve the pinnacle of pilot certification and prepare for a career in commercial aviation.

This program meets the requirements of FAR 61.156. It bridges the knowledge gap between a pilot who holds a commercial pilot certificate and a pilot operating in an air carrier environment. Successful completion of the ATP CTP will ensure an ATP applicant receives the baseline knowledge and experience to prepare them for the duties, responsibilities, and challenges of an air carrier environment.

Ground School

In-Person at our Academy

30 hours of ground school includes four modules:

1. Aerodynamics (8 hours)

2. Meteorology (2 hours)

3. Air Carrier Operations (14 hours)

4. Leadership & CRM (6 hours)

Flight Training

4 hours of flight training device (non-motion simulator) training will include:

• Navigation and flight management systems

• Automation including autoflight

Full Flight Simulator Training

6 hours of full flight simulator training will include:

• Low energy states/stalls

• Upset recovery techniques

• Adverse weather conditions, including icing, thunderstorms, and crosswinds with gusts