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20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Graduates from ATP Flight School

ATP Jets has reached a significant milestone with the graduation of its 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) student.

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The ATP JETS facility in Irving, Texas boasts over 30 flight simulators. [Photo: AirlineGeeks | Ryan Ewing]
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Key Takeaways:

  • ATP Jets, a leading airline pilot training provider, celebrated the graduation of its 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) student, highlighting its significant role in meeting the high demand for new pilots.
  • The company operates a large 29,380 square-foot facility in Irving, Texas, instructing nearly 500 pilots monthly and partnering with 57 air carriers to provide ATP CTP training to almost 50% of all new hire airline pilots.
  • ATP Jets has embraced innovation by gaining FAA approval for Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) for ground school, and offers customized direct programs with airlines to streamline training from initial licenses to specific aircraft type ratings, continuously expanding to meet industry needs.
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ATP Jets, one of the largest providers of airline pilot training within ATP Flight School’s portfolio, has reached a significant milestone with the graduation of its 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) student. This achievement comes as many airlines look to hire new pilots at a rapid pace following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Located just a stone’s throw away from the world’s second busiest airport, ATP Jets operates a 29,380 square-foot Part 142 airline training center, where it instructs nearly 500 pilots per month in Irving, Texas. The company’s ATP CTP program provides the essential first step toward Airline Transport Pilot certification, bridging the knowledge gap between building hours and the rigorous requirements of the airline industry.

Ryan Ewing

Ryan is Sr. Director of Digital for Firecrown's Aviation Group. In 2013, he founded AirlineGeeks.com, a leading trade publication covering the airline industry. Since then, his work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the airline industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Previously, he worked for a Part 135 operator and later a major airline. Ryan is also an Adjunct Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

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