ATP Certification Training Program (ATP CTP)

With 32,146 successful ATP CTP graduates, ATP is the nation’s leader in Airline Transport Pilot certification. The ATP CTP bridges the knowledge gap between commercial aviation and air carrier operations, meets the requirements of FAR 61.156, and is taught by expert airline-experienced instructors. Upon graduation, you will gain eligibility for the ATP Multi-Engine (ATM) knowledge test (not included).

Complete 30 hours of ground school taught by expert airline-experienced instructors, covering high altitude operations, weather phenomena and detection systems, professional development, crew resource management, and safety culture. Then log 4 hours in a fixed-base flight training device and 6 hours in a high-quality full-motion simulator covering low energy states and stalls, upset recovery techniques, and adverse weather conditions.

Trusted by the Nation’s Airlines. Train with the #1 ATP CTP chosen by regional airlines. Join the 32,146 successful ATP CTP graduates that have trained with ATP JETS.

Leader in ATP Certification. Since 1984, ATP has been the leader in Airline Transport Pilot certification. Achieve your certification goals on-time and on-budget.

Professional, Convenient Facilities. ATP JETS training centers offer professional full-motion simulator and classroom facilities designed for airline-oriented advanced training.

English language proficiency is the only enrollment prerequisite for the ATP CTP course at ATP JETS. A commercial pilot certificate, instrument rating, multi-engine rating, minimum flight hours, and logbook review are not required to attend the ATP CTP or to take the ATM knowledge test after graduation. There is no checkride associated with this course.

Virtual instructor-led ground school. FAA approved classes start online every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; weekend only classes start every Saturday (weekend classes use simulator training at ATP JETS in Dallas). Virtual attendance saves 4 days of hotel, meals, and other travel expenses. After ground school, plan 1–2 calendar days to travel to your simulator training location.

Simulator training. Two days of simulator training in person at ATP JETS Las Vegas. Six training days take place over approximately 8–10 calendar days for virtual students. Airline training centers operate 24/7—expect your simulator session to be scheduled any time of day or night.

Cost. ATP CTP $2,995 for the 6-day program, with financing available. ATM Knowledge Test prep and testing (add $250) is a Dallas add-on; Orlando and Las Vegas students who purchase the ATM book the exam themselves at a PSI testing center. Alumni Discount: ATP alumni save $250 on the ATP CTP.

Cancellation policy. Cancel or reschedule more than 24 hours before your course and receive a refund less $495 cancellation fee. No-shows, including cancellations or reschedules made less than 24 hours before the course, forfeit the full course cost.

Financing. Sallie Mae offers student loans to ATP Type Rating and ATP CTP applicants. Loan amounts may include the cost of the program and living expenses incurred during training.

GI Bill®. GI Bill is NOT approved for the MCO or LAS Training Center; students using VA benefits must attend ATP JETS Dallas.

Federal student aid. Financial aid such as Stafford Loans and Pell Grants that can be requested through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) cannot be used to help cover the costs of flight training at ATP. ATP has partnered with Sallie Mae for private student loans covering the cost to attend ATP. For those seeking scholarships, tuition reimbursement is available through ATP’s airline Career Tracks™ partners.

Your graduation certificate demonstrates completion of the training required by §61.156 and meets the prerequisite for the Airline Transport Pilot Multi-Engine (ATM) knowledge test. ATP JETS' advanced training capabilities make the Frontier Pilot Cadet Program, Sun Country Direct Program, and Avelo Direct Program possible, each providing a direct pathway for ATP graduates to join the airlines as First Officers after attending a jet transition program and ATP CTP.

Ground school first. You complete four days (30 hours) of ground school, live virtual classes starting every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, weekend-only classes starting every Saturday, or in-person classes starting every Thursday at ATP JETS Dallas. Check-in is 0730 CT and class starts at 0800 CT. No studying or advance preparation is required, and the ATM knowledge test voucher is issued on Day 2 of ground school.

Then two days of simulators. Virtual students allow one to two calendar days to travel to an ATP JETS simulator location (Dallas, Orlando or Las Vegas) for 4 hours in a flight training device and 6 hours in a full-motion simulator. Airline training centers operate 24/7, so sessions can be scheduled any time of day or night, specific times or devices cannot be requested, and ATP advises against booking travel home on your last simulator day. Your schedule appears in the Student Extranet.

What to bring. A valid US passport (needed to access the simulators) or certified birth certificate with photo ID, all pilot certificates, a web-enabled mobile device and your FAA Tracking Number. GI Bill students attending in Dallas also bring their Certificate of Eligibility, Joint Services Transcript and a First Class medical dated within six months. The dress code is business casual: collared shirt, long pants and business shoes.

Completion. Graduation certificates are emailed after the last simulator session, typically the following morning, and qualify you for the ATM knowledge test.