L3Harris Flight Academy
How to Apply
Whether it is the Edge: Commercial Pilot Certificate Program or our Embark: Private Pilot Certificate, each L3Harris training approach is designed to equip you with the qualification needed to kick start your career in aviation.
Step 1 - Pick Your Program
We offer Part 141 or Part 61 training, so it is important to establish the most suitable approach to training for you.
Our commercial pilot training programs are designed to offer you a direct route towards a career as a commercial pilot.
Our pilot training courses are approved under 14 CFR Part 141. Meaning our aircraft and training syllabi are certified as upholding the highest safety and efficiency standards. All courses are also offered under 14 CFR Part 61 allowing the flexibility to train part-time if needed.
Programs and Courses
- The Explore program is an internship program is designed for aviation enthusiasts seeking to explore a first step towards a career in aviation. Apply to fly over holiday breaks, weekends, or on your schedule while earning your first 10 flight hours!
- The Embark: Private Pilot Certificate is suitable for individuals looking to seek a career in aviation or just want to learn for fun. Obtaining your PPL enables you to fly a non-commercial aircraft.
- Edge: Commercial Pilot Certificate: The Edge Program is designed for those who want a pilot career flying commercial aircraft, business jets, or take the first steps to becoming a Certified Flight Instructor. Financial aid, such as Stratus Financial or Sallie Mae flight school student loans, are available.
- Elite: CFI / CFII Certificate: The Elite program provides you with the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) training to be hired as a Flight Instructor.
- We also offer programs for international students wishing to complete their pilot training in Florida
- The ATP CTP program is the starting point for obtaining your FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) License and bridge the transition from commercial pilot certification to ATP certification, allowing career progression with the regional and international airlines
Step 2 - Speak to an Admissions Officer
Once you have explored our pilot training programs and you have a good idea of the program you’d like to enroll on, speak to an Admissions Officer to:
- Receive a tour of the facilities
- Organize a Discovery Flight
- Get assistance with document collection
- Review the enrollment process
Step 3 - Consider Your Funding
Pilot training is a large investment that requires a lot of thought and preparation.
There are many ways to fund your pilot training from aviation scholarships, Stratus Financial or Sallie Mae flight school student loans, other flight school loans or privately financing your license.
Flight School loans include:
- Stratus Financial flight school student loans
- Sallie Mae flight school students loans
- Other flight school loans
Ensure you have the means of funding your pilot training prior to applying.
Step 4 - Apply
After completing the steps above, you’ll be required to complete our application form which will ask you to provide:
- General details
- Educational history
- The program you are applying for
- How you will be funding your training
Step 5 - Preparation
Upon successful application and selection, an Admissions Officer will contact you to agree a suitable start date and organization of transport, accommodation and on-boarding events/activities.
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