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Here's how to become a Wheels Up pilot through ATP.
Enroll in ATP Flight School's Airline Career Pilot Program and earn an FAA commercial multi-engine pilot certificate and instrument rating.
Build experience as an ATP flight instructor after graduating to qualify for airline hiring minimums.
At 1,000 hours total flight time, recommended instructors interview with Wheels Up.
At 1,200 hours total flight time, transition to Wheels Up and begin flying as a First Officer.
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Your path to becoming a Wheels Up pilot starts at ATP Flight School. Here's how to become a Wheels Up First Officer.
Enroll in the Airline Career Pilot Program and earn an FAA commercial multi-engine pilot certificate and instrument rating, with flight instructor certificates.
Join ATP as a flight instructor after graduating and build flight experience to qualify for airline hiring minimums.
At 1,000 hours total flight time, recommended instructors interview with Wheels Up. After the candidate selection and interview process with Wheels Up, applicants receive a Conditional Offer of Employment and continue working towards 1,000 hours of flight experience with ATP.
After obtaining 1,200 hours of total flight time, transition to flying as a First Officer with Wheels Up.
Wheels Up is the leading provider of on-demand private aviation in the U.S. and one of the largest private aviation companies in the world.
Updated Jan 6, 2026
Accepting Resumes
| Minimum | Competitive | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Time | 1000 | 1500 |
| Last 6 Months: | ||
| Multi Time: | 50 | 200 |
| Certificate | Commercial | ATP |
| CFIIME | Yes | Yes |
| ATP Written | No | Yes |
| Education | No College Required | 4-Year Degree |
| Age: | 21 |
Updated Aug 31, 2022
| Year 20 | $267/hr | $214/hr | $185/hr | $139/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 19 | $259/hr | $207/hr | $180/hr | $135/hr |
| Year 18 | $251/hr | $201/hr | $174/hr | $131/hr |
| Year 17 | $244/hr | $196/hr | $169/hr | $127/hr |
| Year 16 | $237/hr | $190/hr | $164/hr | $124/hr |
| Year 15 | $230/hr | $184/hr | $160/hr | $120/hr |
| Year 14 | $223/hr | $179/hr | $155/hr | $117/hr |
| Year 13 | $217/hr | $173/hr | $150/hr | $113/hr |
| Year 12 | $210/hr | $169/hr | $146/hr | $110/hr |
| Year 11 | $204/hr | $162/hr | $142/hr | $107/hr |
| Year 10 | $198/hr | $156/hr | $138/hr | $105/hr |
| Year 9 | $193/hr | $149/hr | $134/hr | $102/hr |
| Year 8 | $187/hr | $142/hr | $130/hr | $99/hr |
| Year 7 | $181/hr | $136/hr | $126/hr | $96/hr |
| Year 6 | $170/hr | $130/hr | $120/hr | $94/hr |
| Year 5 | $159/hr | $125/hr | $115/hr | $91/hr |
| Year 4 | $148/hr | $119/hr | $109/hr | $88/hr |
| Year 3 | $137/hr | $115/hr | $104/hr | $84/hr |
| Year 2 | $126/hr | $110/hr | $98/hr | $81/hr |
| Year 1 | $115/hr | $107/hr | $93/hr | $78/hr |
| Super Mid Jet CAPT | Mid Jet CAPT, Light Jet CAPT, King Air 350 CAPT | Super Mid Jet FO | Mid Jet FO, Light Jet FO, King Air 350 FO |
| Aircraft | Aircraft Notes | Monthly Line Guarantee | Monthly Reserve Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | |||
| Mid Jet |
Updated Aug 31, 2022
100% paid single employee medical coverage, equivalent discount applied to family members. Flight physical and passport reimbursement. PTO. 401K with company match contributions. Aviation Medicine Advisory Service (AMAS). KCM enrollment. Flexible schedule options. Crew Meal Program. Go Home Pay. Proactive fatigue management. Dedicated Crew Concierge.
Updated Aug 28, 2023
| Light Jet | Current Fleet | 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Jet | Current Fleet | 28 |
Wheels Up has crew bases at:
Updated Jul 28, 2022
| Website: | wheelsup.com |
|---|---|
| Address: | 601 West 26th Street New York, NY 10001 |
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