Airline Pilot Pathway – Phoenix

The course is up to 56 weeks in duration.

Part 141 approved course:

• 274 hours FAA Ground School (PPL, IR, CPL/ME)
• 148 hours Single Engine aircraft trainer
• 32 hours Multi-Engine aircraft trainer
• 33.2 hours Flight Simulators

Customized training programs are available for individuals with existing flight experience and/or licenses and ratings. Please contact a CAE Training Advisor for quote.

What's included?

• The full FAA ground school program (PPL, IR, CPL-ME)
• Flight training, landing fees and fuel necessary
• Uniform and flight case
• All course material and manuals
• FAA flight and written examinations – first attempt only
• ATP CTP and ATP written exam
• Accommodation in Phoenix, Arizona (optional)

What's not included?

• Transportation to and from, and within Phoenix, Arizona
• All Meals (optional stipend is available)
• Remedial training and costs associated with course overrun

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You need to meet the following criteria to apply to the Airline Pilot Pathway – Phoenix:

• Be legally eligible to live and work in the United States
• 18 years of age or over to start training
• Completed high school with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Proficient in the English language
• Capable of holding an FAA First Class Medical
• Previous flying experience is not required

To start your application process, contact a CAE Training Advisor by send an email to: [email protected]   

Then you will need to:

• Sign a Training Services Agreement 
• Pay a $750 course deposit (nonrefundable) to secure your seat
• Get your FAA medical
• Establish financing

• Phoenix has more than 350 flying days per year
• Get familiar with complex Class B, D and E airspace in Phoenix 
• Rent and groceries are an average of 32% cheaper than in other states such as California
• No sales tax on flight training in Arizona
• CAE Phoenix Aviation Academy is located only 25 minutes drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport, offering easy access to anywhere in the US 
• Enjoy the outdoor Arizona lifestyle including hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and skiing
• Training flights will take you to the Grand Canyon, Palm Springs, Sedona, Las Vegas, San Diego, Santa Monica and Lake Havasu