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Since 1984, ATP has shaped the careers of more than 40,000 professional pilots. Explore the generational impact of ATP’s 40-plus year legacy and the reach of the ATP alumni network through these inspiring stories of career success.…
On Friday, October 4, 2024, ATP's Alumni Association hosted a Career Expo at the Arlington, Texas training center. Over 300 ATP students and graduates came together for insightful industry briefings from Delta Air Lines, American, United, Wheels Up, and Frontier Airlines. Attendees also had the opportunity to network, receive resume reviews from ATP's Career Services team, and engage with 17 of our valued airline hiring partners.…
ATP Flight School is excited to collaborate with Delta Air Lines on launch of a new entry point into the Delta Propel Pilot Program through the newly established CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) Pathway. This addition, set to commence in late 2024, is designed to provide a streamlined and defined path for aspiring pilots at ATP Flight School to establish their careers at Delta Air Lines.…
Textron Aviation today announced an agreement with ATP Flight School for the purchase of an additional 40 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft to be delivered beginning in 2026. This addition to ATP's existing fleet of nearly 225 Skyhawks, deployed across more than 85 training centers nationwide, will provide students with access to a modern and advanced fleet in support of their pilot career aspirations.…
ATP JETS Graduates 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) Student
Nov 28
Dallas-based ATP JETS has graduated its 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) student. Training nearly 500 pilots per month at its 29,380 sq. ft Part 142 airline training center in Irving, TX, ATP JETS has scaled to become the largest provider of CTP training to the nation's airlines.…
On July 20th, ATP hosted a charity golf tournament at the beautiful Monarch Beach Golf Links, along the dramatic bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. ATP graduates and industry partners enjoyed a fun-filled day on the course, an evening reception, and dinner, with all tournament proceeds benefiting Angel Flight Soars, Inc.…
ATP Flight School, the nation's leading provider of airline pilots, has unveiled a new airline pilot training center opening at Brackett Field in La Verne, CA. The location marks ATP's 83rd training center nationwide and third in the Los Angeles area, with locations established at Long Beach and Riverside.…
Textron Aviation today announced an agreement with ATP Flight School for the purchase of 40 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft. The piston aircraft will add to ATP’s existing fleet of nearly 200 Skyhawks, positioned across 82 training centers nationwide.…
ATP Flight School and United Airlines Celebrate Milestone with Fly-In at Fort Myers Training Center
Apr 27
ATP Flight School and United Airlines join together in celebrating the milestone of surpassing 300 ATP Airline Career Pilot Program participants in United's Aviate program. The partnership between ATP and Aviate combines ATP's accelerated fixed-cost pilot training with defined milestones to advance students on a secure path toward a pilot career with United.…
ATP Flight School is proud to announce that four instructors were recently recognized by AOPA for their excellence in flight training. Each year through its Flight Training Experience Survey, AOPA acknowledges the efforts of individual instructors who have made a meaningful impact on the aviation community…
In February, ATP will be attending the 2023 NGPA Industry Expo Presented by United Airlines and the 2023 International Women in Aviation Conference. Join us at an upcoming event and connect…
ATP Flight School announces that it will no longer continue as Arizona State University's flight training provider after being offered a five-year contract. The decision will not impact current ASU students enrolled in ATP's flight training program. ATP remains committed to their training and career success…
On Thursday, ATP Flight School took delivery of five new Cessna Skyhawks and surpassed the fleet milestone of 500 aircraft. Each new plane brings ATP students a state-of-art training platform with Garmin's G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck.…
On October 6th, the ATP Alumni Association hosted an evening reception for alums at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, GA. Over 300 alumni, students, instructors, and industry executives attended the private event…
Textron Aviation today announced an agreement with ATP Flight School for the purchase of 55 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft. The piston aircraft will add to ATP’s existing fleet of nearly 200 Skyhawks, across 79 training centers nationwide…
ATP Flight School and Wheels Up Announce Hiring Partnership and Accelerated Pathway for Graduates
Aug 9
ATP Flight School has formed a hiring partnership with Wheels Up Experience Inc., the leading provider of on-demand private aviation in the United States, offering ATP graduates a streamlined pathway to First Officer positions and long-term careers in aviation…
ATP Flight School is set to unveil its newest airline pilot training center on Friday, April 29th, at Page Field (FMY) in Fort Myers, FL. Up to 200 aspiring airline pilots will join ATP during an open house, previewing the recently constructed 19,000 square-foot facility…
The Spirit Charitable Foundation and ATP Flight School, on behalf of the ATP Alumni Association, have awarded a $20,000 training scholarship to an aspiring airline pilot, Kayce Sorbello, during the 2022 International Women in Aviation Conference…
ATP Flight School has announced the purchase of 20 Flight Simulators, specifically Advanced Aircraft Training Devices (AATDs), from Frasca Flight Simulation. Carrying a list price of six million dollars, the FAA-approved AATDs will be used exclusively in ATP's Airline Career Pilot Program…
ATP Flight School has formed a hiring partnership with Breeze Airways, providing ATP graduates with a streamlined pathway to a First Officer position with the airline. Amid a growing shortage of airline pilots, the Breeze Embark Program…
Spirit Airlines today announced its partnership with the nation’s largest flight school, Jacksonville-based ATP Flight School. The new Spirit Direct Program will expand the carrier’s pipeline…
ATP Flight School is opening its 70th location at Allegheny County Airport (AGC) in West Mifflin, Pa., just 10 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh, bringing professional airline pilot training…