Commercial Airline Pilot Program — Zero to Airline at Van Nuys
Go from zero flight experience to a career-ready airline pilot through one structured, all-in program at Van Nuys Airport (KVNY). Our Airline Pilot Program takes you through every FAA certificate and rating — Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, and your flight instructor certificates — and builds the 1,500 hours you need for your ATP. It's the most complete, most supported path to the flight deck in Los Angeles.
★ 4.9 on 500+ reviewsZero experience neededFinancing up to 15 yearsPrivate Pilot License included
Most schools train to bare FAA minimums. We go further — building in extra flight time, advanced simulator work, and real airline-style operations in one of the world's busiest airspaces. You graduate not just licensed, but genuinely prepared for the airline hiring process and the right seat of a jet.
Why train for the airlines at Los Angeles Flight School
Every rating, one program
PPL, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, CFI/CFII/MEI, time-building, and ATP — all in one structured path.
Beyond FAA minimums
Extra flight hours, advanced simulator training, and real-world airline operations give you a hiring edge.
Airline placement pathway
A structured route to first-officer interviews, with mentorship through the airline application process.
Financing made simple
Low down payment, terms up to 15 years, fixed or variable rates, and no prepayment penalties.
FAA certificates & ratings you'll earn
Private Pilot License (PPL) · Instrument Rating (IR) · Commercial Single-Engine (CSEL) · Commercial Multi-Engine (CMEL) · Multi-Engine Rating (ME) · Time Building to 1,500 hours · Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) · Instrument Instructor (CFII) · Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) · Airline Transport Pilot (ATP).
Airline Pilot Program (Zero to ATP)$89,000or finance — as little as $2,500 down
- 250 total logged flight hours — well beyond standard programs
- 200 hours single-engine + 10 hours multi-engine flight time
- 50 hours FAA-approved Redbird full-motion simulator
- 120 hours flight-instructor time (aircraft & simulator)
- 80 hours ground school and pre/post-flight briefings
- All FAA certificates and ratings from PPL through ATP
- Private Pilot License included as part of the program
- Financing up to 15 years — fixed or variable, no prepayment penalty
Airline demand is at an all-time high. Speak with an admissions advisor about start dates, financing, and your timeline to the flight deck — call (818) 514-2233 or book a free consultation below.
4.9 ★★★★★
5.0 Google · 4.9 Yelp · 500+ five-star reviews
Verified · Van Nuys (VNY)
★★★★★
"I enrolled in their Airline Career Program and already finished my PPL and Instrument Rating. Smooth, well-organized training built around airline standards."
Zahra Bakhtiari
Google · Airline Program
★★★★★
"An outstanding place to learn to fly. My instructor was patient, knowledgeable, and always focused on safety while keeping it fun."
Richard Rojas
Google · Learn to Fly
★★★★★
"One of the best flight experiences I've ever done — beautiful views and even taking control of the plane. Incredible!"
Matt K.
Yelp · Hands-On Flight
★★★★★
"One I'll never forget. Joseph was an awesome instructor, the Diamond was in great shape and fun to fly, and the views were unreal."
Arturo Weiss
Google · Discovery Flight
Ready to become an airline pilot?
Talk to an admissions advisor today — no pressure, just answers. Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) · Open 7 days, 9am–9pm.
