Airline Pilot Program — Zero Experience To Airline
Our Airline Pilot Program takes you from your very first lesson to airline-ready, all the way to ATP minimums, in roughly nine months of full-time training out of Van Nuys (KVNY) in Los Angeles. One enrollment, one school, one clear path.
An Airline Pilot Program Built For A Real Career
The Airline Pilot Program is designed for people who want a career in the cockpit, not just a license on the wall. You start with zero hours and finish as a commercial, multi-engine, instrument-rated pilot with the flight time and certificates the airlines expect. Because all of your training happens in one place at Van Nuys (KVNY), every stage builds directly on the last, with no wasted hours and no transferring between schools.
Demand for trained pilots remains strong across the regional and major carriers, and starting salaries have climbed sharply over the past decade. First-officer pay at the regionals now commonly opens in the low-to-mid five figures and rises quickly with seniority, while captains at major airlines earn well into six figures. Los Angeles is one of the busiest aviation hubs in the country, which means you train in real, complex airspace that mirrors the environment you will fly in professionally.
- Train from zero hours to airline-ready ATP minimums in one continuous program
- Earn every certificate and rating the airlines require to hire you
- Build real flight time in busy Los Angeles airspace, not an empty practice area
- Graduate with a clear path toward regional airline first-officer interviews
From First Flight To Airline-Ready In One Program
The Airline Pilot Program is sequenced so each certificate prepares you for the next. You will move through five distinct training stages, all under FAA Part 61, with the same instructor team guiding you the entire way.
- Private Pilot License (PPL) — Learn to fly the aircraft safely on your own, master the fundamentals, and pass your first FAA checkride.
- Instrument Rating — Fly accurately by reference to instruments in clouds and low visibility, the skill that makes airline flying possible.
- Commercial Pilot License — Refine precision flying to professional standards and earn the certificate that lets you be paid to fly.
- Multi-Engine Rating — Transition to twin-engine aircraft and the systems and procedures airlines fly every day.
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) — Teach what you have learned to build flight time efficiently and reinforce your own mastery.
About Nine Months, Full-Time
Most full-time students complete the Airline Pilot Program in roughly nine months. Flying nearly every day keeps your skills sharp and shortens the total path, which is why a focused, immersive schedule produces airline-ready pilots faster than part-time training spread across years. We fly seven days a week from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, so you can train on a schedule that fits your life and still maintain steady momentum.
Timelines vary with weather, scheduling, and individual progress. Your consultation will give you a realistic, personalized plan.
Everything You Need Under One Roof
All Flight Hours
Every dual and solo flight hour required for each certificate and rating, flown in our well-maintained fleet.
Ground School
Structured ground instruction and FAA written-test preparation for each stage of the program.
Dedicated Instructors
A consistent, experienced instructor team that knows your goals and stays with you through every checkride.
Simulator Training
Procedure and scenario training in an advanced aviation training device to sharpen instrument skills efficiently.
Checkride Prep
Mock checkrides and one-on-one prep so you walk into every FAA exam confident and ready.
Career Guidance
Support building flight time and preparing for regional airline interviews as you approach the finish line.
One Transparent Price For The Full Program
The Airline Pilot Program is $89,000 for the complete journey from your first flight to ATP minimums. That single price covers all of the flight training, ground instruction, and stages outlined above, so there are no surprise jumps from one certificate to the next. After 15+ years training pilots in Los Angeles, we have built this program to deliver a complete, career-focused path at one of the most competitive prices in the region.
Flight training is a serious investment, and financing options are available to help you spread the cost over time. During your consultation we will walk through pricing in detail and help you find a plan that fits your situation.
Start With A Free Consultation
The best first step is a conversation. Book a free consultation and we will review your goals, your timeline, and your financing options, then map out exactly how you reach the airlines from where you are today. There is no pressure and no obligation — just a clear, honest picture of the path ahead. If you would rather feel the experience first, a Discovery Flight is a perfect way to take the controls and see whether the cockpit is right for you.
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