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.

Ryan Ewing

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 07:56 PM ET

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

Key Takeaways:

ATP Jets achieved a major milestone, graduating its 20,000th Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) student, highlighting its crucial role in meeting the rapid demand for new airline pilots.
The company stands as the largest provider of ATP CTP training to U.S. airlines, partnering with 57 carriers and training nearly 50% of all new hire pilots, often through airline-sponsored direct programs.
ATP Jets enhances training efficiency and convenience through FAA-approved Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) for ground school and is expanding its state-of-the-art simulator fleet to continuously meet the evolving demands of its airline partners.

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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.