Entry criteria & eligibility What qualifications do I need to commence my pilot training? How can I prepare myself for becoming a pilot in school? How can I obtain my UKCAA licence? How to get an ATPL? What medical is required for a PPL? What criteria do I need to meet to apply for airline pilot training? What educational requirements are required to apply? I have a medical condition. Will this stop me from getting a Class 1 Medical? I already hold a PPL, can I apply for an Integrated training programme? What age can I apply? Is it the same medical regardless of which licence I train for? How do I get into flight school? How do I become a pilot? Course How long does it take to become a pilot? How can I obtain my UKCAA licence? How can I obtain my EASA licence? What is an ATPL licence? How to get an ATPL? What is the difference between CPL and ATPL? What is EASA? What is CAA? What is CPL ME IR? What is MCC? What is UPRT? What is Aeroplane Upset? What is a frozen ATPL? What is an unfrozen ATPL? What is the difference between EASA and UKCAA? During EASA Integrated ATPL, what aircraft fleet will I train on? Where will my EASA ATPL course take place? Can I choose where I do my pilot training? What should I consider when looking for a flight school? What medical is required for a PPL? How long does a PPL last in the UK? Is the ATPL Theory hard? How long is the ATPL Theory? What are my funding options for ATPL Theoretical Knowledge training? Where will my ATPL Theoretical Knowledge training take place? What is better, ATPL or CPL? What is Instrument Rating (IR) in aviation? What is a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating? What are your funding options for my APS MCC training? Can I choose where I do my APS MCC training? What aircraft will I train on during APS MCC? Is Type Rating included in the Integrated ATPL training programme? I already hold a PPL, can I apply for an Integrated training programme? If I am offered a place on an airline programme am I guaranteed a job at the end of training? What is the difference between ATPL and MPL? With regards to Brexit, what type of licence will I get at the end of the course? UKCAA or EASA? What fleet do you have at your flight schools? How long does it take to complete flight school? How can I obtain my UKCAA ATPL Licence? Modular ATPL vs Integrated ATPL What is a Private Pilot Licence (PPL)? What is the difference between a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and a Light Aircraft Pilot’s Licence (LAPL)? How long does it take to get an ATPL? Can I choose where I do my ATPL training? What is an Instrument Rating and when is an Instrument Rating required? Why choose L3Harris Airline Academy? Cost & funding How much does pilot training cost and how can I fund my pilot training? How much is an ATPL? What are my funding options for my EASA ATPL course? What are my funding options for ATPL Theoretical Knowledge training? What are your funding options for my APS MCC training? Integrated ATPL course cost Theoretical Knowledge (Classroom Based Learning) pilot training cost Airline Pilot Standards Multi Crew Cooperation pilot training cost How can I finance pilot training? Do you offer fully funded training? Can you recommend any insurance companies for me to use? How much does flight school cost? What are your funding options for my Integrated ATPL course? Do you offer financial advice? Location Where are your Airline Academies based? What is EASA? What is the difference between EASA and UKCAA? During EASA Integrated ATPL, what aircraft fleet will I train on? Where will my EASA ATPL course take place? Can I choose where I do my pilot training? What should I consider when looking for a flight school? What is the difference between ATO and RTF? Where will my ATPL Theoretical Knowledge training take place? Can I choose where I do my APS MCC training? What fleet do you have at your flight schools? Can I choose where I do my ATPL training? What are the facilities like at L3Harris Airline Academy? Why choose L3Harris Airline Academy? Application What qualifications do I need to commence my pilot training? How can I prepare myself for becoming a pilot in school? How can I obtain my UKCAA licence? I already hold a PPL, can I apply for an Integrated training programme? How long are my assessment results valid for? Selection How can I prepare myself for becoming a pilot in school? In preparation of the selection and assessment day, should I pay for Aptitude Software? How long are my assessment results valid for? Is it the same medical regardless of which licence I train for? Career prospects Am I guaranteed a job at the end of my pilot training? How much can I expect to earn as a pilot? What would my day look like as a pilot? What are my career prospects? Do you have partnerships with airlines in Europe? How long does a PPL last in the UK? What is better, ATPL or CPL? What are my responsibilities as a commercial airline pilot? Who could I become a pilot for? What is the difference between ATPL and MPL? With regards to Brexit, what type of licence will I get at the end of the course? UKCAA or EASA? Have L3Harris Airline Academy secured any employment opportunities for graduate cadets? How can I obtain my UKCAA ATPL Licence? How do I become a pilot? What is the difference between a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and a Light Aircraft Pilot’s Licence (LAPL)? Can I transfer my licence to UKCAA or EASA? Events When is your next event? I am very interested in attending your next event but I am not yet 16 years of age, are there any other events that I can attend? Resources Flying Start ATPL route guide Modular ATPL Training Theoretical Knowledge route guide Modular Training APS MCC route guide Selection day preparation guide Selection policy What is CPL ME IR? 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