Professional Pilot Program

We're welcoming students to start an exciting journey toward becoming a Commercial Airline Pilot. New pilot certification rules have caused a shortage of qualified pilots in the aviation industry, affecting both commercial and airline pilots. Our First Landings career pilot program helps prepare students for fulfilling careers in aviation.

Do you enjoy exploring new destinations? Becoming a pilot is a fantastic way to see the world while getting paid for it. When you work for an airline, you can also take advantage of affordable travel during your leisure time, including free flights and discounts on hotels, rental cars, and tours.

Being a pilot isn't a typical 9-to-5 job, and it may involve working nights or weekends occasionally. However, pilots often enjoy more time off compared to those in traditional jobs. Senior pilots at major airlines might have schedules with as few as seven workdays a month, while junior pilots at regional airlines frequently get blocks of three to five days off.

Another exciting part of being a pilot is the challenge it brings. Flying a plane demands a mix of technical knowledge, decision-making abilities, and hand-eye coordination. Pilots find their job fulfilling because it combines mental and physical skills, making each workday different. Plus, they get to enjoy the best view from their "office" and they don't bring work home with them.

Pay is a crucial part of any job. Senior captains flying large planes like the Boeing 747 or Airbus A380 can make up to $400,000 per year. While not all pilots earn this much, airline captains with a decade of experience usually make around $150,000 or more yearly at major airlines and about $80,000 per year at regional airlines. Additionally, pilots usually receive benefits like health insurance, life insurance, and 401K as part of their compensation.

Receiving proper training is crucial to a pilot’s success, regardless of the career path they choose to pursue. Every job interview will test a pilot’s knowledge and flight skills because employers want to hire the most qualified pilot possible. Attending First Landings’ structured, high quality commercial airline pilot school training ensures that you receive a solid foundation in all of the fundamentals that make up a well-rounded aviation education. Our students are sought after by flight departments and airlines around the world because they know that our students aren’t just great aviators, they have been trained to be professional pilots.

First Landings recognizes that one size does not fit all. We have programs designed for students that wish to attend the school full-time and complete their training in the shortest time possible. Our self-paced program is designed for students who wish to continue working while training, and features one-on-one ground school with the same great flight instruction. Both options will get you to your ultimate goal.