How did the airline pilots we encounter and admire at airports begin their careers? What kind of training did they receive to become airline pilots? How long do airline pilot courses last? We have prepared the answers to your questions in this article.

The license held by airline pilots is called ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License). A person with this license can operate airline or private jets and is authorized to fly commercial flights such as tourist trips. So how do they obtain this license?

In Türkiye, to obtain an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL):

By registering with FLIGHT ACADEMIES authorized by the General Directorate of Civil Aviation:

What are the requirements to become an airline pilot?

•    Being at least 17 years old
•    Being a high school graduate
•    Being able to obtain a Class 1 Medical Certificate

ATPL training is generally modular, meaning it is taken in sections.

The first step of the training is PPL training, which is private pilot training. With this training, you can make individual flights, but not commercial flights. You will need additional training for commercial flights.

Upon completing PPL training, you will gain 89 hours of flight experience within the country, known as PIC (Pilot In Command)/(Time Building). During this training, you will receive NVFR (also known as Night VFR) training to be authorized for night flying, and after completing the ATPL theory exams, you will be eligible to begin CPL, or Commercial Pilot License training. Finally, you will have an ATPL license along with your instrument flying and multi-engine flying training. With your ATPL license, you can apply for jobs with airlines.

You can fill out the form for detailed information about the training: https://northfly.aero/en/contact/

How Long Does Airline Pilot Training Last?

ATPL training, which enables commercial flights, varies depending on the individual’s performance, the time it takes to pass the exams, and weather conditions. This process generally takes 18-20 months.

Is it Possible to Apply for an Airline Job with an ATPL?

There are dozens, even hundreds, of different aircraft types in the world. Some have long wings, some have three engines, and some have more autonomous/electronic systems. Therefore, to fly most advanced aircraft, you need to obtain a Type Rating Certificate (Type Training), but don’t be disappointed, this training is not mandatory. Airlines provide Type Training for the aircraft fleet they assign you after completing the recruitment processes according to their own aircraft fleets and operating procedures, and they collect the fee in installments from your salary.

How Much Does ATPL Training Cost?

The fee for our ATPL training at NorthFLY Flight Academy is 89,500 Euros.

What is the difference between ATPL Frozen and ATPL?

After completing 1500 flight hours with your ATPL Frozen license and starting work at any airline, your license will be called an ATPL License.