Press Release for Aviation Media
Leading Edge Aviation Introduces New fATPL and FI Training Initiative with Up to 85%* Funding for 8 Aspiring Pilots
Leading Edge Aviation is excited to announce its innovative new funded fATPL and Flight Instructor Training Programme. This unique initiative will make pilot training more accessible by offering substantial financial support, covering up to 85%* of the £130,000+ training costs.
Leading Edge Aviation’s groundbreaking training programme offers two distinct pathways to cater to different levels of experience. For those who already hold a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) and have some flying experience, the Modular Route provides an unprecedented opportunity. This first-of-its-kind pathway for modular students offers significant financial support, making it more accessible for aspiring pilots to achieve their fATPL (frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence) and Flight Instructor qualification.
For individuals with no prior flying experience, the Integrated Route offers a comprehensive training journey from novice to expert. This pathway covers all the necessary training to obtain both the fATPL and Flight Instructor qualifications, ensuring a thorough and structured approach to becoming a professional pilot.
Both routes guarantee a two-year employment contract with Leading Edge Aviation, providing a secure and promising start to your aviation career.
Programme Highlights:
- Significant Savings: Successful candidates will only need to fund £20,000 (for modular applicants with PPL) or £30,000 (for integrated applicants with no experience) for all training and accommodation costs.
- First-of-its-Kind Opportunity for Modular Students: This programme offers modular students with a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) an exclusive chance to advance towards their fATPL (frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence) and become a Flight Instructor.
- Comprehensive Training: Participants will achieve their fATPL and Flight Instructor qualification.
- Guaranteed Employment: Graduates will receive a two-year bonded employment contract with Leading Edge Aviation based in Alhama de Murcia base in Southern Spain.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Training will be conducted at Leading Edge Aviation’s premier facilities in Oxford and Alhama campus in Southern Spain.
Andy McFarlane, CEO of Leading Edge Aviation, commented, “We recognise that the cost of pilot training is a significant barrier for many talented individuals. Our new programme is designed to break down these financial barriers and provide a clear, affordable path to a rewarding career in aviation. We are committed to training the next generation of pilots and flight instructors, ensuring a steady supply of skilled professionals for the aviation industry.”
Applications are open to those aged 18 and over with a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including Maths, English, and Science). The application process for the programme opens on 13th July 2024, with a series of assessments and interviews scheduled through October. Successful candidates will be announced by 18th October 2024.
For more information about the Flight Instructor Training Programme and to apply, please visit www.leadingedgeaviation.com/fundedpilottraining
Press Release for Education Media
Leading Edge Aviation Makes the Alternative Career Path of Pilot Training More Accessible with New Funded Programme for Eight Aspiring Pilots
Leading Edge Aviation, a leading pilot training academy is delighted to announce this innovative new funded programme in a move to provide alternative career paths to the traditional university route, addressing the high demand for pilots and opening doors for students to a career in the skies.
Leading Edge Aviation is delighted to announce an initiative that aims to diversify career options for students beyond the traditional university route. The funded Commercial Pilot & Flight Instructor Training Programme offers eight places, covering up to 85%* of the £130,000+ training costs, making pilot training more accessible to a wider range of potential students.
The programme features two pathways to cater to different experience levels:
- Modular Route: For those with a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) and some flying experience, with a personal contribution of £20,000.
- Integrated Route: For individuals with no prior flying experience, with a personal contribution of £30,000.
Both routes include:
- Significant Savings: Students only need to fund £20,000 (for modular applicants with PPL) or £30,000 (for-integrated applicants with no experience).
- Comprehensive training to achieve fATPL (frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence) and Flight Instructor qualifications.
- A guaranteed two-year employment contract with Leading Edge Aviation at the Alhama de Murcia campus in Southern Spain.
- Training at state-of-the-art facilities in Oxford and Alhama.
- High Demand for Pilots: With major airlines experiencing a growing need for skilled pilots, career prospects are excellent, offering well-paid and stable employment opportunities.
Andy McFarlane, CEO of Leading Edge Aviation, stated, “Traditional university paths are not the only route to a successful and fulfilling career. With the increasing demand for pilots, our programme provides an excellent alternative, offering substantial financial support and guaranteed employment. We are passionate about making pilot training accessible and open up this exciting career to a broader range of students.”
Applications are open to those aged 18 and over with a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including Maths, English, and Science). The application process begins on 13th July 2024, with a structured series of assessments and interviews running through to October. Successful candidates will be announced by 18th October 2024.
For more information on how to apply for the Funded Pilot & Flight Instructor Training Programme, please visit www.leadingedgeaviation.com/fundedpilottraining
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Notes to Editors:
Interview opportunities with Andy McFarlane, CEO of Leading Edge Aviation, are available upon request.
