
Airline Transport Certificate
The Airline Transport Pilot Certificate is the highest certification issued by the FAA. The ATP rating is for those who wish to make a life long career of aviation. Think of an ATP like a PhD level of education in aeronautics, aviation law, physiology, aeromedical factors, meteorology and aerodynamics. This is a required step in becoming an airline pilot, a turbine corporate pilot, turbine charter pilot and most flying jobs where you may operate "heavy" aircraft.




Eligibility Requirements
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Be at least 23 years old
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Currently have at least a Fixed Wing Private Pilot License
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Hold at least a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
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If certified in the US, hold at least a Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating; or, a foreign ATP or Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating, without limitations, subject to background check
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Obtain a minimum of 1,500 hours of total flight time, including at least 500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time or 75 hours + 45 full-stop landings at night
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Obtain 75 hours of instrument flight time, or 50 hours + 25 hours in a simulator
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Pass FAA written test (knowledge exam) and checkride (practical test)
Pricing Information
American Aviation provides a multitude of pricing options for the Instrument Rating.
1. Block Time - Purchase 10 hours of flight instruction and get an extra hour for free!
2. Pay As You Go
3. Packages - American Aviation provides training for the ATP Certificate. This package is put together for each student. Call for an appointment or talk with your instructor,