Purpose of the ATP-CTP Course
On August 1, 2010, President Obama signed a bill that introduced the ATP-CTP training course. This course was designed to bridge the knowledge gap between the level of a 250-hour commercial pilot and a 1500-hour airline pilot. This knowledge gap in aviation education has proven fatal, such as the Colgan Air disaster near Buffalo in 2009. This accident sparked the FAA to mandate changes in the requirements for airline pilots. In January 2014, all United States carriers began to hire pilots with a minimum flight time of 1500 hours. These new hires were also required to hold a multi-engine airline pilot certificate, as well as having the ATP-CTP course successfully completed.
The ATP-CTP course is a mandatory pre-requisite in order to take the ATP written exam. This requirement only applies to multi-engine pilots. The ATP-CTP course is not required if obtaining the ATP Single Engine Certificate. Pilots that are ATP rated in foreign countries still need to complete the entire course and follow the syllabus, which is strictly regulated by the FAA under AC 61-138A.
The cost of the written test is NOT included in our price, this is a separate provider (PSI) but we have a testing facility at our premises. You should schedule your written test using special website: https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login. Create the account and follow instructions.
This course gives a commercial multi-engine pilot, who is used to flying a small airplanes or light twins, the opportunity to train to fly a passenger airliner, and potentially work for a major carrier part 121 or air operator part 135.
FAA Testing Center
ATP.Academy proudly offers an official FAA Testing Center where students can take their ATP ME test upon completing the ATP-CTP course. Beyond being a testing center, we are also open on Saturdays and Sundays, exclusively for our ATP-CTP students. This extended availability ensures that you receive the highest level of service, allowing you to complete both the ATP-CTP course and the written test in under a week!
Reservation policy
Your seat in the class can only be confirmed upon receiving full payment for the class. We work on a first-paid, first-served basis. You can pay online by filling out the form at the bottom of this page, and you will have a guaranteed seat or you can send us Enrollment form and we will issue invoice for online payment. If payment is not received in full, we cannot guarantee any slot for you in the desired class.
Enrollment application
You can download enrollment application for your personal ATP training with ATP.Academy
Special offer
We have a special promo for remaining classes of 2024! Only $2,999 until December 2024! Don’t miss your chance!
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Minimum Requirements to Complete ATP-CTP Course
The ATP-CTP course is a mandatory pre-requisite in order to take the ATP written exam. This requirement only applies to multi-engine pilots. The ATP-CTP course is not required if obtaining the ATP Single Engine Certificate.
Minimum enrollment requirements:
- FAA Commercial pilot license
- or ICAO equivalent (CPL)
The course includes:
- 30 hours of ground school and
- 4 hours of Flight Training Device
- 6 hours of Full Flight Simulator (Level D)
We are using the most modern and advanced simulator A320-200 CAE XR7000, located at Fort Lauderdale International airport
The ATP-CTP course is required by candidates with a commercial pilot license to upgrade up to Airline Pilot License. Upon successful completion of the class, the candidate will receive a certificate valid forever. The results or Written Test will be valid for 5 years (60 months) at which time he is able to take the ATP checkride in airplane (light twin) or simulator (with type rating).
If you don’t have CPL license yet, but you wish to be an Airline Pilot – welcome to our flight school, www.skyeagle.aero.
Program Policies and Guidelines
Program Policies and Guidelines is an official proposal from ATP.Academy and SkyEagle Aviation Academy (Bewired USA LLC) for individuals wishing to enroll in the ATP-CTP program.
Acceptance of this Policies and Guidelines is made by enrolling in the ATP-CTP program and making the full payment or prepayment. It is mandatory for all participants of the program and indicates agreement with the terms and conditions of the Academy’s Policies.
Our instructors
David DeAngelo
Ground and Simulator Instructor, more than 40 years of flight experience, 10 type ratings, including A320, B747, DC-10 etc.
Peter Lepore
Ground instructor ATP-CTP. ATP, CFI / CFII / MEI. Retired American Airlines pilot. CE650, B757, B767, B777 type ratings. Airframe and Powerplant mechanic, Aerobatic and UPRT instructor.
Andrey Borisevich
ATP-CTP program Chief Instructor, ground and sim instructor, CFI / CFII / MEI. More than 7700 hours. A320, HondaJet, VisionJet, LJ 60, CE500.
Thomas Daniels
Ground instructor ATP-CTP. Retired Airline Transport pilot. A320, CE-500, DC-9, DO-28, CL65 type ratings. Commercial, Rotor Craft Helicopter, Single Engine. SEA
Flight Engineer Turbojet.
Jack (John) Barker
Sim instructor ATP-CTP. Retired United Airlines pilot. More than 17900 hours. ATP, CFI / CFII / MEI. B757, B767, A320, DC-10 type ratings. Air Force instructor pilot.
George Mazzawi
Sim instructor ATP-CTP. Active Airline Pilot. ATP, CFI / CFII / MEI. More than 4000hrs of flight time. CL65, A320 type ratings.
Sim instructor ATP-CTP. Active Airline Pilot. ATP, CFI / CFII / MEI. More than 4000hrs of flight time. A320 type rating.
NOTES
Foreign ATP and Commercial pilots
If you are qualified for the FAA ATP ME license base on your foreign ATP or CPL according part 61.153, you must attend an ATP-CTP course in order to take the ATP written exam. Click the link for more information about “ATP for foreign pilots“.
Written test PREP!
Note: The ATP-CTP course is not designed to prepare you for the written test. You may prepare yourself using software applications such as Sheppard Air or Gleim. You may also enroll in the full ground school with ATP.Academy. Cost of Written test is NOT included on ATP-CTP tuition fee.
Upcoming Schedule
For ATP-CTP Course at Skyeagle Aviation Academy
Fort Lauderdale
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December 2024
December 16th - 22nd
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ATP-CTP Content and Duration / Day-to-day schedule
According to the requirements of AC 61-138, the training practice in the framework of the ATP-CTP course should be carried out in an airplane with a take-off weight of more than 40,000 pounds.
Note: The schedule below is just an example of how the ATP-CTP class is structured. Activity dates and times are subject to change depending on simulator availability.
ATP-CTP Ground school30 Hours Of Academic Training
Day 1
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Aerodynamics (8 hrs)
• High Altitude Operations
• Stall Prevention and Recovery Training
• Upset Prevention and Recovery Training
Day 2
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Meteorology (2 hrs)
• Airplane Weather Detection Systems
• Air Carrier Low-Visibility Operations
Air Carrier Operations (6 hrs)
• Physiology/Fitness for Duty
• Communications
• Checklist Physiology
• Air Carrier Low-Visibility Operations
• Operational Control
• Minimum Equipment List
Day 3
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Air Carrier Operations (8 hrs)
• Ground Operations
• Turbine Engines
• Transport Airplane Performance
• Automation
• Navigation and Flightpath Warning Systems
Day 4
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Leadership/Professional Development (2 hrs)
• Crew Resource Management (2 hrs)
• Safety Culture (2 hrs)
Final course quiz.
Flight training10 Hours Of SIM training
For our training, we use the Airbus 320 aircraft simulator, which comes equipped with FTD A320 Level 5 and FFS A320 Level D. You will be trained in the most sophisticated and modernized equipment, which is also used to train today’s airline pilots. Florida based Spirit Airlines is currently using the exact simulators to train all of their crew members.
Day 5
19:00 – 03:30
FTD Level 5
• Simulator session briefing
• Cockpit familiarization
• Navigation
• Automation
• Debriefing
Day 6
19:00 – 03:30
FFS Level D, full motion
• Simulator session briefing
• Runway Safety and adverse Weather
• High altitude Operations, Stalls
• Upset Prevention and Recovery
• Debriefing
Day 7
19:00 – 03:30
FFS Level D, full motion
• Simulator session briefing
• Runway Safety and adverse Weather
• High altitude Operations, Stalls
• Upset Prevention and Recovery
• Debriefing
Day 8
09:00 am – 04:00 pm
The best time for ATP written test!
F.A.Q.
1. Can the TSA suspend or revoke my Determination of Eligibility?
2. How can I keep my TSA Determination of Eligibility valid?
To maintain the validity of your TSA Determination of Eligibility, make sure your account information, including your visa and immigration documents, is consistently kept up to date during the TSA's five-year review period.
3. How frequently do I need to file a TSA STA application?
You are required to file a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) application every five years. This ensures you continue to meet the necessary criteria for access to secure areas and stay compliant with TSA regulations.
4. What is the refund policy?
Cancellation policies and corresponding refunds are as follows:
- Cancellation more than 31 days before the class: 100% refund.
- Cancellation between 30 and 15 days before the class: 50% refund.
- Cancellation within 15 days or less before the class: No refund will be provided.
5. Is TSA security clearance required for Non-US citizens?
Yes, foreign nationals are required to obtain TSA approval to study in the U.S. We provide full support to our prospective students for obtaining TSA approval for the ATP-CTP course at ATP.Academy.
6. What does the ATP-CTP course consist of and how long is it?
The ATP CTP course consists of theoretical and practical training. It includes 30 hours of theory and 10 hours of practical training, including 4 hours of flight training device training and 6 hours of full flight simulator training. The course is taught by the experienced ex-airline pilots and ATP.Academy instructors.
7. Does ATP-CTP result in a type rating?
No, it only provides a “ticket” to take a written test for the ATP Multi Engine License. However, it in itself is not a type rating without an exam or checkride after ATP-CTP. It's an informative course required by the Federal Aviation Regulations.
8. Are there preparation materials for ATP CTP?
No, you don't need special materials to prepare for the ATP-CTP course. There is no need to prepare in advance, because ATP.Academy will provide you with all the necessary information and materials for theoretical preparation and practical training.
9. Does ATP-CTP prepare me for the ATP written exam?
No, this course is designed to cover the gap between inexperienced commercial pilots who are seeking to boost their qualifications to airline level. There are a number of online applications that aid in preparation for the written test. We will provide you with links to these applications, so you can take the test on your own and will also advise on the test-taking process.
10. How long are written exam results valid?
The ATP-CTP certificate is valid indefinitely. The written test results are valid for up to 60 months.
11. Is ATP-CTP a requirement to take the ATP single engine written test?
No, ATP-CTP is not required for ATP Single Engine.
12. What do I receive as confirmation of ATP-CTP completion?
You will receive a certificate of ATP-CTP course completion on an FAA-approved form. The certificate serves as admission to the ATP ME written test.
13. Does the ATP-CTP graduation certificate expire?
No. The ATP-CTP certificate is valid indefinitely.
14. How much to get FAA ATP based on my ICAO ATP?
The total price is combined from the ATP-CTP course cost + cost of your ATP course and checkride. As you can see from this page you have a choice between "non-type ATP" and "ATP + type rating". The approximate price depending on your personal case will be:
- NON-type ATP: $3,999 (ATP-CTP) + $175 (written test) + $4,000 (8 hours of ME training on BE76) + $1,000 (checkride and aircraft rental) = $9,174
- ATP with Type-rating A320 (initial): $3,999 (ATP-CTP) + $175 (written test) + $15,000 (A320 Initial + checkride) = $19,174
- ATP with Type-rating A320 (reduced, if you have A320 in ICAO license): $3,999 (ATP-CTP) + $175 (written test) + $8,500 (A320 Reduced + checkride) = $12,674
15. I currently have a EASA CPL ME IR ATPL frozen license. I’m interested in converting my license in FAA.
There are no direct converting from EASA CPL to FAA CPL. You have 2 options, depending on the number of flight hours you have now:
- You can convert your EASA CPL to FAA PPL and then you need to add Instrument rating (training + written test + Checkride) and CPL (ME or SE or Both) - the same procedure (training + written test + Checkride). You can find more info about validation here: http://skyeagle.aero/add_services/validation_faa/ And all other courses (Instrument rating and Commercial license) available at SkyEagle Aviation Academy. And here: http://skyeagle.aero/2017/05/04/faq-for-foreign-atp-pilots/
- If you qualified for FAA ATP (more than 1500 hours total and meet other requirements) then you have another option - straight to FAA ATPL.
16. Do I need to validate my foreign license for ATP-CTP class?
No, it's not a requirement for the course. But you need to have a Letter of Verification before your ATP checkride.
17. When next ATP-CTP class will start?
We have great news for you - our ATP-CTP class starts every Monday throughout 2024! To check the schedule, please visit this webpage: https://atp.academy/upcoming-schedule/
