L3Harris Flight Academy
Envoy Air
L3Harris and Envoy Air - the largest regional operator for American Airlines - have come together to provide cadets with access to resources and guidance and a unique opportunity to make a seamless transition from flight school to an airline career! Upon completion of the Envoy pilot training program and working for the company as First Officer for 5 years you could then progress to flying for a major airline.
Envoy Cadet Program
Enrolling in our Edge: Commercial Pilot Certificate program will provide you with the opportunity to apply to become an Envoy Cadet.
Upon becoming a Certified Flight Instructor and Envoy Cadet Instructor, you will be eligible to receive $15,000 in bonuses, your ATP CTP course paid for and travel privileges.
Additionally you will receive a sign on bonus of $7,500 and a further $7,500 when you reach 750 hours total time.
The Envoy Cadet Program helps the most promising flight school student pilots make a smooth transition from the classroom to the regional cockpit by placing them as paid instructor in one of Envoy’s affiliate programs.
How the Envoy Pilot Training Program Works
Step 1 - Enroll at L3Harris
The first step in your journey to becoming an airline pilot is to enroll in our Edge: Commercial Pilot Certificate program.
Step 2 - Become an Envoy cadet
The next step is to apply to the Envoy Pilot training program. If accepted, you will be on your way to earning American Airlines benefits! Being accepted into Envoy's Cadet Program means you will have a direct path to the flight deck!
Step 3 - Build your experience
Those that complete our Edge: Commercial Pilot Certificate program can then enroll on our Elite program, where you will earn your Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Rating (CFI-I). These certifications will help you reach your 1,500-hours! At this point, you will also become an Envoy Cadet Instructor and whilst working for Envoy Air you will be able to collect the required 1,500 flight hours for your ATP as well as begin earning Envoy employee health and travel benefits, financial assistance and tuition reimbursement!
Step 4 - Become an Envoy airline pilot
Upon completion of your Envoy First Officer training, you will earn a sign on bonus of $7,500. After reaching 750 hours of total time, you will earn an additional bonus of $7,500! The hourly rate for a first year First Officer at Envoy Air is $96.00, which is among the highest hourly rates in the sector.
Step 5 - Fly at American Airlines
A new hire at Envoy today is projected to upgrade to Captain in just over two years, with the fastest guaranteed flow to becoming an American Airlines pilot of all regional airlines! The major airlines await!
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Students can access funding for up to 100% of the program cost via flight school loans.
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Envoy Air Pilot Training FAQs
How much does an Envoy Air pilot make?
At Envoy Air, you'll earn $51.73 per hour as a first-year First Officer. In addition, Envoy Air offers up to 300% pay premiums, profit sharing and bonus programs.
What are Envoy Air's pilot requirements?
To become a cadet for Envoy Air you must meet the following requirements:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Currently attending at a Envoy Air approved partner flight school
- FAA Private Pilot certificate