L3Harris Airline Academy
How to apply
There are several approaches to pilot training; whether it be integrated, modular or a university degree, each training approach is designed to equip you with the qualification needed to apply for a role as a First Officer with the ultimate goal of becoming a Captain.
Start your journey
We offer the most popular approaches to pilot training: Integrated ATPL, Degree Programme and Modular ATPL training.
Step 1 - Attend an Open Day
Take your first step to becoming a cadet at L3Harris Airline Academy by attending an Open Day.
You’ll have the opportunity to see the campus, find out more information about the pilot programmes we offer, chat with current cadets as well as flight instructors and career advisors.
Ultimately, our Open Days will help you get a real feel for life at L3Harris Airline Academy during your pilot training.
Our upcoming Open DaysStep 2 - UK or Europe licence
You’ll need to decide whether you want to obtain your UKCAA licence or EASA licence.
A UKCAA licence is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) enabling you to become a pilot for airlines registered in the UK.
An EASA licence is approved by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) enabling you to become a pilot for airlines registered in Europe.
All of our flight schools are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as single-and-multi-engine aircraft and flight simulators, and provide you with access to vastly experienced instructors.
Our flight schools, are based in the following locations:
Get in touch today and start your journey!
Do you have any questions about starting your pilot training journey at L3Harris Airline Academy? Please send us a message and our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team will be happy to assist.
Step 3 – Integrated ATPL, Modular ATPL or degree
With several training routes to choose from, it is important to establish the most suitable approach to training for you.
Integrated ATPL
Integrated ATPL training is the most direct route to becoming a pilot; our shortest integrated training programme can be completed in approximately 70 weeks.
We also offer the Flexible ATPL - this programme still means you work towards the same end result as our Integrated programme, with all the benefits, but it also offers you flexibility to take breaks in between modules.
Degree
Our BSc (Hons) Aviation Pilot Programme follows the Integrated ATPL syllabus and all credits earned during pilot training will count towards the final degree meaning you’ll graduate with an aviation degree and an ATPL.
Modular
Our Modular ATPL training allows you to complete individual courses, depending on where you are in your training journey.
Flying Start ATPL
The Flying Start course is designed for those who have passed their UKCAA or EASA ATPL Theoretical Knowledge exams - either via the modular route, or integrated route with another ATO - and are ready to take to the skies!
BSc (Hons) Aviation - Pilot Programme
Step 4 - Consider your funding
Pilot training is a large investment which requires a lot of thought and preparation.
We are not able to offer any pilot training financial advice however, we would suggest that potential candidates speak with their families and a variety of banks, lenders and independent financial advisers who will be best placed to discuss the finance and funding solutions available for pilot training.
Ensure you have the means of funding your pilot training prior to applying.
Pilot training funding and financeGet in touch today and start your journey!
Do you have any questions about starting your pilot training journey at L3Harris Airline Academy? Please send us a message and our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team will be happy to assist.
Step 5 - Applying online
Integrated ATPL, Flexible ATPL or BSc (Hons) Degree Programme
Step 1 - To apply for our Integrated programmes, you’ll need to click the ‘Apply now’ button on the programme page.
Step 2 - Once you click ‘Apply now’, you will be redirected to our online application portal, eMA, where you will need to register an account and verify your email address.
Step 3 - Verify your account via the link in the confirmation email we send you (if you can't see it, check your junk inbox first).
Step 4 - Simply fill out the application form, it takes no longer than 5 minutes!
Step 5 - Over to us! The L3Harris Selection team will screen your application, and if successful, will get in touch to book you on to one of our selection day events!
Modular ATPL
To apply for an individual Modular ATPL programme, you’ll need to head to our Modular ATPL page and follow the on page instructions to explore your options.
All our pilot training coursesGet in touch today and start your journey!
Do you have any questions about starting your pilot training journey at L3Harris Airline Academy? Please send us a message and our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team will be happy to assist.
Step 6 - After you’ve submitted your application
The selection process begins!
Once you have completed your application for your chosen pilot training programme it will be screened by our selection team.
Providing your application passes our screening process you will then be invited to a one-day selection event, either remotely (Monday, Tuesday, Thurs or Friday), or in-person (Wednesday) at our London Training Centre.
Prior to the selection day you will be asked to complete an online behavioural assessment.
Get in touch today and start your journey!
Do you have any questions about starting your pilot training journey at L3Harris Airline Academy? Please send us a message and our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team will be happy to assist.
Step 7 - You’ve passed selection!
Once you’ve passed selection, the process to organise a start date begins.
Our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team will contact you to agree on a suitable start date.
Contact usReady to start your application?
If you're now ready to apply, head to our pilot training courses page and start your application! If you have any questions, our Airline Pilot Careers Advice Team (APCAT) will be happy to help.
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