Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)

Airline Transport Pilot 

 

An ATP is the highest certification in the aviation industry.  It allows you to act as pilot-in-command of a scheduled air carrier's aircraft.  If you intend to make a career of flying for the airlines than this is the rating you need.  

 

Requirements

- Be at least 18 years of age

- Hold a commercial pilot certificate with an instrument rating

- Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language

- Obtain at least a current first-class medical certificate

- Receive required training per FAA regulations

- Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test