Airbus pilot cadet training programme
As an official member of the Airbus Flight Academy network, The Aviator Institute delivers the integrated Airbus Pilot Cadet Training Programme.
Uploading the Airbus standards and philosophy, as well as incorporating the latest training methods like Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA), we offer the most comprehensive, innovative, and inspiring pilot training journey driven by passion and excellence.
This is more than just a programme! Leveraging Airbus high quality training and worldwide experience in pilot training, we focus on developing the key competencies that airlines expect from their future pilots.
Embarking on this transformative experience connects you to the Airbus global network and equips you to become an airline-ready pilot.
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The Airbus programme at a glance
The integrated Airline Transport Pilot (ATPi) programme is a structured, end-to-end journey designed to shape ready to fly airline pilots and future flight leaders.
The training programme lasts approximately 24 months with an optimised balance of theoretical and flight training, and is structured into four main phases:
The Core phase
approx. 8 weeks of both ground and flight training. Discover an overview of what pilot training is for real before committing, officially becoming an Airbus cadet.
Theoretical ATPL
approx. 33 weeks of interactive classroom sessions led by expert instructors to gain knowledge on subjects like meteorology, navigation, communication and much more.
Basic phase
approx. 36 weeks of practical training, both in simulators and on aircraft, to prepare you progressively for multiple operations, from single to multiple engine piston aircraft.
Jet Orientation Course (JOC) and Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC)
approx. 3 weeks of operations in advanced flight simulators. Learn to fly and make decisions as a part of a crew, preparing you for piloting large multi-crew aircraft.
Licence delivered
"frozen" Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
A frozen ATPL is a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) including Theoretical ATPL, Instrument Rating for Multi-Engine (IR/ME), advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) and Jet Orientation Course or Airline Pilot Standards & Multi Crew Cooperation (JOC or APS/MCC).
30,000
Flights per year
Prerequisites
Passion is a must, but no previous flight experience is required! To start your commercial piloting career off on the right foot, you must make sure you meet the minimum requirements:
18 years old minimum
A high school diploma (ideally including Mathematics)
ICAO English Level 3 proficiency or equivalent
A valid EASA Class 1 medical certificate (only required from the onsite screening step)
8,000
Global coverage 30+ offices across
How to apply?
The Airbus screening assessment is designed to ensure candidates’ ability to confidently carry out the training and succeed, with two main steps :
Step 1
Online test: approx. 20 min. duration on our partner online platform (approx. $40 USD fee)
Step 2
On site assessment: 1 day at The Aviator Institute (details will be provided via email upon invitation)
