flight training
Air Force: Pilot Shortage Could Last 20 Years
The service expects to train 1,500 pilots this year, but shortages in experienced positions will take considerably longer to address.
Third Arrest Made in FLYT Aviation RICO Case
Former financial account director faces 20 theft charges and a racketeering charge in investigation involving student flight-training funds.
Air Force Selects Up To 131 T-7As For Sheppard AFB
The Red Hawks are scheduled to begin replacing the base’s T-38Cs in 2034.
New Data Puts Private Pilot Certificate At $18,257
PilotBound used published rates from flight schools in all 50 states.
ATP Brings Back 100-Hour Multi-Engine Program
The new track puts students in twins much earlier than ATP’s previous 100-hour multi-engine option.
Laredo Youth Pilot Program Draws More Than 1,000 Applicants
Free aviation program expected about 50 applicants and could expand into local high schools.
ATP Flight School Shortens Training Timeline
ATP Flight School has cut the timeline for its Airline Career Pilot Program by 25 percent.
Texas Cadet Becomes CAP’s 200th Ray-Funded Pilot
Sebastian Vargas earned his private pilot certificate after completing his FAA check ride in McAllen.
Cirrus Introduces TRAC10 Training Aircraft
The three-seat trainer is slated for U.S. deliveries in 2027.